Baseball Game Preview: Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Blue Devils vs. Malvern Prep Friars

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy hasn't had much luck against Malvern Prep recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Blue Devils will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against the Friars at 4:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Episcopal Academy on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Churchmen by a score of 4-3. The Blue Devils' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it five in a row dating back to last season.

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy got a good showing from Joe Piezynski, who tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits.

At the plate, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Mason Zlotkin, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base.

Meanwhile, after a string of six wins, Malvern Prep's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They fell just short of Calvert Hall by a score of 1-0. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Friars were not able to get on the board.

Malvern Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 14-2. As for Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-3.

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy might still be hurting after the 13-0 defeat they got from Malvern Prep when the teams last played back in May of 2024. Will the Blue Devils have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.