Cal State LA's baseball team managed a split in their doubleheader against Cal State San Marcos, winning the opener 6-4 but falling just short in the nightcap 13-9. The Golden Eagles displayed impressive resilience, mounting an eight-run rally in the sixth inning of Game 2 after being down 11-1, but ultimately could not complete the comeback. Strong pitching from Ismael Quintero and Jared Robles led to their success in Game 1, while Game 2 saw a late surge fail to close the gap. With this split, Cal State LA remains in contention for a top spot in the CCAA standings, trailing Cal State San Marcos by one game.

By the Numbers
  • Game 1: Ismael Quintero threw six innings, allowing three runs on six hits.
  • Game 2: Cal State LA scored eight runs in the sixth after being down 11-1.
State of Play
  • Cal State LA has an overall record of 26-23 and is 16-15 in the CCAA.
  • Cal State San Marcos holds a record of 28-14, sitting at 15-12 in conference play.
What's Next

Cal State LA will wrap up their series against Cal State San Marcos with a single game scheduled for noon on Sunday, aiming to gain ground in the CCAA standings.

Bottom Line

The Golden Eagles showcased their potential with a strong comeback effort in the second game, but they need to maintain consistency to secure a spot in the playoff race. Watch for their performance in the series finale as pivotal for their conference positioning.