The Davenport baseball team heads into the final week of the regular season with a record of 21-24, looking to gain momentum before the GLIAC Tournament. They will play five games, starting with a non-conference matchup against Northwood, followed by a four-game series against Purdue Northwest. Recently, the Panthers struggled against No. 7 Grand Valley State, winning one game but dropping three, with pitching inconsistencies contributing to the defeats. Notable performances include Jeff Agar's return from injury and contributions from Dylan Pawenski and Julian Contreras at the plate.

By the Numbers
  • Davenport batted .225 against Grand Valley while GVSU batted .323.
  • Jeff Agar recorded 3 1/3 innings of relief with one hit allowed and three strikeouts.
  • Lucas Coll earned his first save of the season in a 12-pitch outing.
  • Wyatt Epple and Julian Contreras both batted .333 against Grand Valley.
  • Davenport has a 31-6 all-time record against Purdue Northwest since 2018.
State of Play
  • Davenport is currently tied for third in the GLIAC with an 11-9 record.
  • Purdue Northwest sits in sixth place, holding the last playoff spot in the GLIAC.
  • Northwood ranks third in the G-MAC for earned run average at 6.13.
  • Both opponents are looking to secure their standings as the season winds down.
What's Next

Davenport will face Northwood before returning home for a critical series against Purdue Northwest, which could have significant implications for GLIAC Tournament seeding. The team aims to build confidence and solidify their position before the postseason.

Bottom Line

The Panthers must capitalize on their remaining games to build momentum and secure a strong playoff positioning. Effective pitching and consistent hitting will be crucial in navigating the final week of the regular season.