Gonzaga Baseball (17-14) executed a stunning late-game rally, overcoming Washington (15-18) with an 8-5 victory to complete a two-game series sweep. The Zags scored four runs in the eighth inning, fueled by consecutive doubles from Ryder Young and Maddox Haley. Gonzaga tallied 17 hits, with five players achieving multi-hit games and strong pitching from Mickey McClaskey and Garret Gores, who held the Huskies to one run in the last seven innings. Washington initially led after scoring four runs in the first two innings but couldn't maintain momentum. This victory marks Gonzaga's fifth consecutive win against Washington.

By the Numbers
  • Gonzaga amassed 17 hits in the game.
  • Mickey McClaskey allowed only two hits in 4.1 innings and retired eight straight batters.
State of Play
  • Gonzaga is on a five-game winning streak over Washington.
  • Both Gonzaga and Portland are currently tied for second in the WCC with a 6-3 conference record.
What's Next

Gonzaga is set to host Portland for a crucial three-game series starting Thursday, with the first game scheduled for 6 PM on Friday night.

Bottom Line

This win solidifies Gonzaga's momentum and positioning as they approach an important weekend series, highlighting their resilience and offensive prowess in crucial moments.