Xavier baseball concluded the 2026 Joe Nuxhall Classic with a 2-0 record, defeating Wright State 4-2 at Prasco Park. The victory moved the Musketeers' season record to 13-21, while the Raiders fell to 14-15. Key contributions included Jorge Valdes, who drove in two runs and scored once, and Clay Burdette, who hit a solo home run. The game was tight, with Wright State threatening in the seventh but Xavier's pitching held strong. This win follows their earlier 4-3 win over Cincinnati in the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Xavier matched its season-high with 8 walks in the game.
  • Michael Murphy struck out a career-high 5 batters in 4.1 innings pitched.
State of Play
  • Xavier is set to host Villanova for a three-game series starting April 10.
  • The Musketeers have now won their last two games after a challenging start to the season.
What's Next

The upcoming series against Villanova presents an opportunity for Xavier to build on their recent success and potentially improve their overall record. Continued strong pitching and offensive contributions will be key.

Bottom Line

Xavier's performance in the Joe Nuxhall Classic showcases their resilience and potential for the remainder of the season. With momentum from this win, they are looking to capitalize in the upcoming series against Villanova.