Harvard baseball lost to Dartmouth 5-3 in the first game of their series, despite leading 3-0 through six innings. Freshman designated hitter Matthew Witkow shone with two hits and two RBIs, while first-year pitcher Davis Kahn pitched 6.1 innings allowing only one run. However, Dartmouth rallied late, scoring five unanswered runs to clinch the victory. This game marks the beginning of a seven-game stretch where Harvard will play as the home team after a long away schedule.

By the Numbers
  • Matthew Witkow: 2-for-2 with two RBIs and a double.
  • Davis Kahn: pitched 6.1 innings, allowing 1 run on 8 hits.
  • Dartmouth scored 5 unanswered runs.
Yes, But

Despite Harvard's strong start, they struggled to maintain their lead. Dartmouth's late-game performance highlights vulnerability in the Crimson's defense and pitching strategy.

State of Play
  • Harvard is currently 7-20 overall and 5-7 in the Ivy League.
  • This game was moved from its original Sunday slot to avoid bad weather and played on artificial turf at Tufts University.
What's Next

Harvard will look to rebound in the second game of the series against Dartmouth on Saturday, April 18, starting at 11:30 a.m. This doubleheader presents an opportunity to regain momentum.

Bottom Line

Harvard must address late-game performance issues if they hope to turn around their season and capitalize on upcoming home games. Building on early leads will be crucial in future matchups.