The Susquehanna University baseball team bounced back from an 8-1 loss to Scranton, clinching the series with a 6-5 victory in the second game. Despite an early 3-0 deficit, the River Hawks fought back, securing key runs from Paul Daly鈥檚 two-run homer and Jaden Buechler鈥檚 two-RBI single. With this win, they maintain second place in the Landmark Conference with one game left against Wilkes. Their overall record improves to 24-14, while they eye the upcoming Landmark Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Susquehanna had 10 hits in the nightcap, including a 3-for-5 performance by Michael Gagliardi.
  • In game one, Scranton had a total of 9 walks and 3 hit batters against Susquehanna.
State of Play
  • Susquehanna ranks second in the Landmark Conference, holding a 15-8 league record.
  • The River Hawks are three games behind first-place Wilkes and will face them for a final matchup.
What's Next

Susquehanna is set to play Wilkes in their final series game, with exact dates still to be determined. Following this, they will prepare for the Landmark Tournament starting May 6.

Bottom Line

The River Hawks demonstrated resilience by bouncing back from a tough loss, crucially improving their tournament standings. Their focus on finishing strong against Wilkes could secure an advantageous position heading into the Landmark Tournament.