Pacifc's baseball team secured their third straight West Coast Conference series with an 8-2 win over San Francisco, showcasing dominant pitching and a powerful offense. Redshirt junior Garret Plata delivered an exceptional performance, throwing six innings without allowing an earned run, marking his fourth consecutive quality start. The Tigers have now hit home runs in seven straight games, continuing to build momentum as they compete for better standings in the league.

By the Numbers
  • Garret Plata achieved his third straight conference win, lowering his ERA to 1.52.
  • Pacific has hit home runs in seven consecutive games, the most since April 2022.
  • Graduate student Brendan O'Sullivan scored three runs, bringing his team-leading total to 29.
Yes, But

While the Tigers are on a winning streak, they still sit tied for fifth in the conference standings, highlighting the competitive nature of the WCC where consistency is key for postseason aspirations.

State of Play
  • Pacific’s recent series victory is their first road win against the Dons since 2014.
  • The Tigers are currently 17-24 overall and 9-9 in WCC play, indicating a push for improving their season record.
What's Next

The Tigers will return home for their final homestand, starting with a game against Cal State Bakersfield on Tuesday. Success in upcoming matches could enhance their standings and build further momentum for the remainder of the season.

Bottom Line

With Plata's stellar pitching and the offense firing on all cylinders, Pacific aims to leverage this momentum to climb higher in the conference standings, making their final stretch of the season critical.