The College of Staten Island baseball team kicks off an important four-game series against D'Youville University this weekend in Buffalo, NY. The series includes single games on Friday and Sunday, along with a doubleheader on Saturday. Both teams previously faced off in March, splitting a doubleheader鈥擠'Youville won the first match 24-12, while CSI rebounded with a decisive 13-4 victory in the second. Currently, both teams are contending for position in the East Coast Conference standings.

By the Numbers
  • CSI and D'Youville have met 24 times since 2004, with CSI holding a 13-11 lead in the all-time series.
  • CSI has a conference record of 4-9 and an overall record of 9-16, while D'Youville is 5-9 in ECC play and 10-21 overall.
State of Play
  • The Dolphins are on a two-game winning streak after sweeping Georgian Court earlier in the week.
  • Three CSI hitters have an OPS above 1.000, with Jamel Vera leading at .379 and a 1.058 OPS.
What's Next

As the series unfolds, both teams will seek to improve their standings in the ECC. CSI's upcoming games against Queens College on April 19 will also impact their overall performance. Potential outcomes could affect playoff positioning for both teams.

Bottom Line

This weekend's series is crucial for both the Dolphins and Saints, as they vie for better positioning in the East Coast Conference. Each game's outcome could significantly influence their chances for postseason play.