Salem State Baseball Dominates Doubleheader in Florida with Shutouts and Comeback Wins
Salem State baseball achieved a doubleheader sweep in Florida, blanking SUNY Canton 9-0 behind Cam Fisher's shutout before storming back to defeat Central (Iowa) 9-7, pushing their season record to 4-3.
The Big PictureThe Vikings' victories showcased a strong performance from their pitchers and key offensive contributions from players like Ryan Barberi and Mark Smith.
By the Numbers- Barberi went 4 for 4, driving in four runs, with Smith adding 2 for 4, bringing in two runs.
- Fisher pitched a complete game shutout with five strikeouts in the first game.
- Barberi had a standout performance with a double, a home run, three RBIs, and two runs in the second game.
- The Vikings closed the day with a 9-7 win over Central (Iowa), capping a successful doubleheader.
- Salem State improved to 4-3 on the season with two impressive wins in the doubleheader.
- The team showcased resilience by coming from behind to secure a victory in the second game.
- Strong offensive performances and solid pitching were instrumental in the Vikings' success.
Following the victories, Salem State will wrap up their spring break trip with a game against Maine Presque Isle at 9:15 a.m.
Bottom LineSalem State's baseball team displayed a winning combination of pitching prowess and clutch hitting in their doubleheader sweep, setting a strong tone for the rest of their season.
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