Baseball Recap: Northwestern's Win on Saturday Extends Winning Streak to Four

Wildcats

Previous 4 Games

04/26/25 vs Eastern	12-11
04/25/25 @ Suitland	7-0
04/25/25 vs Suitland	7-0
04/22/25 @ Bladensburg	8-2

Northwestern came tearing into Saturday's contest with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.7 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 12-11 W against the Eastern Ramblers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Wildcats have posted since May 3, 2024.

Alberto Weaver made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over 6.1 innings while giving up four earned (and seven unearned) runs off five hits. He is becoming a predictor of Northwestern's success: when he posts at least eight strikeouts the team is 3-1 (and 4-6 when he doesn't). Weaver was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last seven games he's played.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Carter Williams, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with three runs and two RBI. He has become a key player for Northwestern: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 3-7 otherwise. Nate Morrell also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.

The victory got Northwestern back to even at 7-7. As for Eastern, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-10-1 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northwestern will welcome High Point at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Wildcats' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Eastern, they will be playing at home against McKinley Tech at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Ramblers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Trainers have averaged an impressive 11.1 runs per game this season.