Southern Illinois Edges Out Valparaiso in 6-4 Baseball Victory
Southern Illinois rallied to defeat Valparaiso 6-4, driven by strong pitching from Dylan Petrey and timely hitting from Gabe Petrucelli and Kye Watson.
May 15, 2026
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Valparaiso Baseball Falls Short in Series Opener Against Southern Illinois
The Valparaiso University baseball team opened its series with Southern Illinois on Thursday, losing 6-4 in Carbondale, Ill. The game featured a ninth‑inning rally, strong relief work from Dylan Immel, and Adam Guazzo's potentially final appearance for the program.
May 15, 2026
Early Inning Fireworks Light Up the Diamond
Cecil Lofton’s single sparked a cascade of runs, with Jacob McKenzie crossing home twice before the third inning, while later hits by Gabe Petrucelli and Kye Watson added crucial scores.
May 15, 2026
Southern Illinois Baseball Honors Seniors in Final Home Stretch Against Valparaiso
The Salukis wrap up their regular season with a Senior Weekend showdown against Valparaiso, celebrating a cohort of 13 seniors while riding a strong offensive and pitching performance.
May 13, 2026