Baseball Recap: Malvern Prep Extends Winning Streak to Six

Friars

Margin (Wins)

05/08/26 @ Springside Chestnut Hill Academy	17
05/05/26 vs William Penn Charter	17
03/24/26 @ Shipley	15
05/02/26 vs St. Joseph's Prep	13
03/30/26 vs Black River	13

Malvern Prep extended their winning streak to six on Friday, bumping them up to 32-4. They were the clear victors by a 19-2 margin over the Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Blue Devils. Considering the Friars have won 26 games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.

As for Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 11 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-12 record this season. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since May 23, 2024, but that streak is no more.

For Springside Chestnut Hill Academy's part, Connor Crittenden was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run. Crittenden also put up a run, which was his first of the season.

Looking ahead, Malvern Prep will look to defend their home field on Monday against Westtown at 4:00 p.m. Malvern Prep will need to watch out since Westtown has now posted at least ten runs in their last seven contests. As for Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, they will venture away from home to square off against St. Joseph's Prep at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Blue Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hawks have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.