Regular‑Season Finale Ends in a Narrow Defeat
Creighton Baseball concluded its regular season with a 5‑3 loss to Xavier, finishing the year at 29‑24 overall and 13‑8 within the BIG EAST. The game, played under bright lights in the Midwest, saw the Blue Jays battle back from an early deficit but could not overcome the final blow.
Xavier jumped out to a 5‑1 lead by the end of the fourth inning, capitalizing on a three‑run third that featured a clutch hit from Isaac Wachsmann, who launched his third home run in just two games. The early onslaught set the tone, but Creighton refused to fold.
The Blue Jays rallied in the ninth, with Cooper Fuchino delivering a two‑run single that narrowed the gap and sparked hope among the fans. Despite the late surge, the rally fell short, and the game slipped away.
Jimmy Burke took the loss on the mound, surrendering two runs on two walks to open the third, while Evan Vasiliou earned the win with five solid innings that allowed just one run. Owen Poole closed out the contest, notching his third save of the season for Xavier.
Seeds Set for BIG EAST Championship
Both programs now turn their attention to the BIG EAST Championship in Mason, Ohio, scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 20. Creighton enters as the No. 4 seed and will open against St. John’s at 2:30 p.m., a matchup that will stream live on ESPN+. Meanwhile, Xavier, the No. 3 seed, is set to face Connecticut at 6:30 p.m., also on ESPN+. The tournament promises high stakes and a chance for redemption after the regular‑season split.