The Jackets Slug Past Miami into the ACC Championship Game
Georgia Tech's baseball team secured a decisive 9-3 victory over Miami, advancing to the ACC Championship game for the first time since 2019. The Yellow Jackets showcased their powerful offense, hitting three two-run homers that propelled them to a 7-0 lead by the fifth inning. With this win, Georgia Tech set a new program record for home runs with a total of 123 this season, breaking the previous record of 122 from 2010. They will face North Carolina in the championship game, aiming for the first double-title win (regular season and tournament) since 2013.
By the Numbers- Georgia Tech achieved its best 56-game start in program history at 47-9.
- The Jackets have now scored 603 runs this season, the most by any Power 4 team in the BBCOR era.
- Ryan Zuckerman's two home runs bring his season total to 22, tied for the sixth-most in a single season at Georgia Tech.
- Vahn Lackey leads the team and ranks first in the ACC with 78 runs scored this year.
- The Jackets' offense is on track to break several program records in batting average, on-base percentage, and runs-per-game.
- Georgia Tech has won 12 straight games against ACC opponents, with a combined score of 94-19 in those contests.
- Jackson Blakely maintained a 2.79 ERA and improved to 8-1 after a strong outing against Miami.
- The team is poised for a pivotal matchup against North Carolina for the ACC championship.
The team prepares to face No. 2 seeded North Carolina in the ACC Championship game on Sunday, aiming to solidify their status as both regular season and tournament champions.
Bottom LineGeorgia Tech's impressive season culminates in a potential historic achievement as they approach the ACC Championship, combining record-breaking performances with a goal of securing a dual title for the first time in over a decade.
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