Second inning rally propels Terps to victory over Spartans

Many times in their inconsistent 2018 season, the Maryland Terrapins had desperately needed a big hit. Often, it didn't happen. In Saturday's contest with Michigan State in East Lansing, the Terps didn't need that big hit, as they were rewarded free bases early and often. A five-run second inning placed Maryland in the driver's seat, … Continue reading Second inning rally propels Terps to victory over Spartans

Despite DiLuia’s strong start, Maryland falls to Michigan State

After five innings without much going its way offensively, Maryland had a real chance in the sixth. Trailing 3-1 to the Michigan State Spartans, Marty Costes drew a leadoff walk. Then, Kevin Biondic doubled, bringing the tying run into scoring position. The stage was set for a comeback, but an unsuccessful squeeze bunt by Will … Continue reading Despite DiLuia’s strong start, Maryland falls to Michigan State

Strong performance by Phillips, home runs, guide Maryland to midweek win

With his team in the midst of a six-game losing streak, left-handed pitcher Billy Phillips took the mound for his first career start. He was an unlikely hero, but just the one the Maryland Terrapins so desperately needed, as they rode his four scoreless innings to a 6-1 win against James Madison. It was Maryland's first win … Continue reading Strong performance by Phillips, home runs, guide Maryland to midweek win

Terps blow lead in wild seventh, get swept by Purdue

Maryland catcher Justin Morris dove for the ball near the Maryland on-deck circle, a desperate attempt to keep it from rolling past him as Purdue’s Nick Dalesandro rounded third and headed for home. Morris couldn’t corral the errant throw, and pitcher Grant Burleson picked it up and threw it home wildly, allowing Dalesandro to score, … Continue reading Terps blow lead in wild seventh, get swept by Purdue

Bullpen surrenders late lead as Maryland loses in extras, 4-3

Zach Jancarski stood on the warning track and watched the ball sail over the center field fence as Jacson McGowan began his trot around the bases. McGowan, Purdue's cleanup hitter, homered in two straight at-bats - in the ninth and the 11th - as the Boilermakers rallied back to defeat the Terps in 11 innings … Continue reading Bullpen surrenders late lead as Maryland loses in extras, 4-3