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Cal Baseball: From Slump to Surge, Can Bears Sustain Momentum?
17 Apr
Summary
- Cal baseball experienced an 11-game win streak followed by a 10-game losing skid.
- The Bears' offense significantly improved, scoring 39 runs in a recent three-game series.
- Sophomore Tague Davis leads the ACC with 19 home runs and 67 RBIs for Louisville.
Cal's baseball season has been a study in contrasts, with the Bears experiencing an 11-game winning streak early on, which tied for the second-longest in program history. This initial success was followed by a severe 10-game losing skid, impacting their ACC standing.
However, Cal has recently found its stride, achieving a significant offensive surge. In a recent series sweep against a strong Pitt team, the Bears scored 39 runs, a dramatic increase from their earlier struggles. This offensive resurgence is crucial as they prepare to host Louisville.
The upcoming series against Louisville presents a new challenge, especially with sophomore Tague Davis, the ACC's leading slugger. Davis has already hit 19 home runs and driven in 67 runs this season, posing a significant threat.
Cal is now at the halfway point of its conference schedule. Despite a recent non-conference loss to San Jose State, the Bears are looking to build on their improved hitting, having batted .432 and averaged over 10 runs per game in their recent successful stretches. This series against Louisville is vital for their home conference record.
