In a tightly contested match-up between the No. 11 Boston College and Clemson baseball, it was the Eagles who emerged victorious in the second game of their doubleheader on Friday. Led by an impressive pitching performance by John West, Boston College was able to even the series at 1-1 and snap Clemson’s 10-game winning streak in the series. With the win, Boston College improved to 29-13 overall and 13-10 in the ACC, while Clemson fell to 27-17 overall and 10-10 in ACC play.
West was the star of the game for Boston College, pitching 6.0 strong innings and allowing just two hits, one run, and no walks with one strikeout. He was able to keep the Clemson batters off balance throughout his outing, consistently hitting his spots and forcing weak contact. West’s performance was a testament to his skill and his ability to rise to the occasion in big games.
Joey Ryan came on in relief of West and pitched three scoreless innings to record his third save of the year. Ryan was able to keep the Clemson batters off the scoreboard, allowing Boston College to hold onto their lead and secure the win. His performance was crucial to Boston College’s victory, as he was able to shut down the Clemson offense and maintain the momentum that West had established.
On the offensive side of the ball, Boston College was led by Patrick Roche, Sam McNulty, and Joe Vetrano. Roche’s two-out single in the fourth inning scored the game’s first run, while McNulty’s sacrifice fly in the fifth inning added another run to the board. Vetrano then blasted a solo home run in the sixth inning, giving Boston College a 3-0 lead. These timely hits were crucial to Boston College’s victory, as they were able to capitalize on their opportunities and put pressure on the Clemson defense.
Clemson Baseball Scores their only run of the game
Clemson baseball was able to dent the scoreboard in the seventh inning when Cam Cannarella scored on a two-out wild pitch. However, it was not enough to mount a comeback, as Boston College’s pitching and defense were able to hold on for the win.
One bright spot for Clemson was the performance of Cooper Ingle, who extended his hitting streak to 15 games with a single in the fourth inning. Ingle has been a consistent performer for Clemson all season, and his hitting streak is a testament to his skill and consistency at the plate.
The series concludes on Saturday at 2 p.m. on ACC Network Extra, and it promises to be another exciting match-up between these two talented teams. With both teams fighting for position in the ACC standings and looking to secure their place in the NCAA Tournament, every game is crucial. Boston College will look to build on their momentum from Friday’s win, while Clemson will be looking to bounce back and secure the series victory. Whatever the outcome, fans can expect a hard-fought battle between two talented and competitive teams.
