The Pacific Tigers baseball team is set to start an eight-game road trip with a West Coast Conference series against Saint Mary's, beginning Thursday at 6 p.m. Both teams have identical records of 2-4 in the conference, tied for sixth place. Pacific recently won against Gonzaga, fueled by standout performances from Grant MacArthur and Robert Orr. Notably, Orr leads the team in multiple offensive categories and boasts solid defense at shortstop. The Tigers strive for their first road series win against the Gaels since rejoining the WCC in 2013.

By the Numbers
  • Pacific's overall record: 10-17, WCC: 2-4
  • Saint Mary's overall record: 14-13, WCC: 2-4
  • Grant MacArthur's home runs: 5
  • Brendan O'Sullivan's RBIs: 7
  • Garret Plata's earned run average: 1.59
State of Play
  • The Tigers are looking to build on their recent victory over Gonzaga.
  • Saint Mary's has lost two consecutive series against Pepperdine and Portland.
  • The Gaels have a strong home record of 8-5 this season.
What's Next

Future matchups will determine if the Tigers can gain momentum and break their series losing streak against Saint Mary's. Given the stakes of conference standings, both teams will be vying for crucial wins. The series also may have implications for postseason positioning.

Bottom Line

The Tigers need this weekend series to revitalize their conference season and build momentum. A successful outing against Saint Mary's is crucial not only for the standings but also for the team's confidence in their ability to compete in the WCC.