No. 8 UCLA mounted a strong comeback to defeat Long Beach State 27-9 in a baseball showdown. After trailing 7-0, Long Beach State rallied and took a brief 9-7 lead. However, UCLA regained control in the later innings, finishing with a barrage of 12 runs in the seventh, marking the largest defeat in Long Beach State history.

By the Numbers
  • UCLA scored 27 runs, setting a record for most runs allowed by Long Beach State.
  • Long Beach State had a lead of 9-7 before UCLA surged ahead.
State of Play
  • Long Beach State displayed resilience, overcoming a significant early deficit.
  • UCLA's bullpen struggled but ultimately secured the game's win with a powerful offensive display.
What's Next

Long Beach State is set to resume Big West play, facing Cal Poly on the road starting April 18, where they will aim to rebound from this heavy defeat.

Bottom Line

The dramatic loss highlights Long Beach State's potential to fight back, but it also underscores vulnerabilities in their pitching and defense. They must address these issues to avoid repeating such a significant loss in upcoming games.