Eastern Oregon lost a close nonconference baseball game against Central Washington University, 15-14, in a game marked by constant lead changes. The Mountaineers initially fell behind after Central Washington's six-run first inning but fought back to tie the game late in the seventh. Eastern briefly took the lead in the eighth, but the Wildcats rallied, scoring two runs in the bottom of the ninth to seal the win with a walk-off single.

By the Numbers
  • Eastern Oregon scored 14 runs on 11 hits.
  • Central Washington had a total of 15 runs, with 14 hits, including three home runs.
State of Play
  • Eastern Oregon battled back from multiple deficits, tying the game in the seventh inning.
  • The game featured aggressive offensive plays, including three home runs between both teams.
What's Next

Eastern Oregon will transition back to conference play, facing Oregon Tech in Klamath Falls this Saturday, March 28. The team looks to capitalize on this tough matchup to bolster their standing.

Bottom Line

This high-scoring game showcased both teams' offensive capabilities, but Eastern Oregon will need to tighten their late-game execution to turn narrow losses into victories moving forward.