The Portland Pilots defeated the Pacific Tigers 3-2 in a dramatic extra innings game, maintaining their hopes for qualifying for the West Coast Conference Tournament. The win came from a walk-off wild pitch in the 12th inning following a ninth-inning tying run. Kaden Segel鈥檚 stellar 6.2 innings of scoreless relief played a crucial role in the victory. With the win, Portland improved to 26-25 overall and tied for sixth place in the WCC standings, needing to win their next game for a chance at the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Portland moved to 26-25 overall and 12-14 in WCC play.
  • Kaden Segel pitched 6.2 scoreless innings while allowing just five hits and striking out two.
State of Play
  • Portland鈥檚 win puts them in a tie for sixth place in the WCC, with one game remaining.
  • To qualify for the tournament, Portland must win their final game and rely on Santa Clara to lose against Pepperdine.
What's Next

The Pilots aim for a win in their final game on Saturday while hoping for favorable outcomes in parallel games to secure a tournament spot. Senior Day festivities are planned prior to the game, highlighting the importance of the moment for the team.

Bottom Line

The Pilots remain in play for the WCC Tournament, emphasizing the need for consistent performance and clutch plays as they head into a pivotal last game of the season.