Troy baseball achieved a season milestone, shutting out Marshall 1-0 in a decisive series win. Starter Hayden Smith showcased an outstanding performance, pitching six scoreless innings and allowing just three hits. The Trojans' defense was stellar, contributing to four double plays to back Smith and reliever Cooper Ellingworth, who secured the victory in the final three innings. The lone run occurred in the third inning, initiated by Aaron Piasecki's single and culminating in a passed ball that allowed him to score. This victory solidifies Troy's dominance in their all-time series against Marshall.

By the Numbers
  • Hayden Smith pitched 6 scoreless innings, allowing 3 hits, with 3 strikeouts and no walks.
  • Troy executed 4 double plays during the game.
  • This marked Troy's first shutout of the season and their first 1-0 victory since May 10, 2013.
State of Play
  • Troy improved to 22-22 overall and 12-9 in the Sun Belt Conference after this series win.
  • The Trojans' pitching staff has now gone two consecutive games without allowing a walk.
  • Blake Cavill's reached base streak extended to 33 games, the longest active streak in the conference.
What's Next

Troy will face a challenging matchup against No. 5 Georgia next, aiming to build on their previous success against ranked teams.

Bottom Line

The Trojans are demonstrating resilience and emerging strength on the mound as they prepare for tougher opponents, underlining the importance of strong pitching and solid defense in their upcoming games.