This Week in UAlbany Athletics: May 4

ALBANY, N.Y. - The University at Albany baseball program returns for their final weekend series at Varsity Field. 

Friday, May 9

UAlbany enters the weekend coming off a stretch that showcased offensive production and milestone performances. The Great Danes erupted for a six-run fifth inning in the series finale at UMBC to take the lead, highlighting their ability to generate runs in bunches. Jaxon Mueller led the lineup with a .400 average (6-for-15) and three RBIs, while Cooper Loyal hit .385 with three extra-base hits and reached his 100th career hit. On the mound, Dylan Banner delivered a complete game performance, allowing four runs over nine innings while recording his 200th career strikeout.

Binghamton enters as one of the more complete teams in the America East, with a lineup capable of producing consistently from top to bottom. The Bearcats lead the all-time series 50-33.

Saturday, May 10

The Great Danes continue to see production throughout the lineup, particularly from the middle of the order. Levi McAllister drove in five runs last week, including a home run, while Michael Maggio set the tone at the top of the lineup with a .368 average and a team-high seven hits. UAlbany totaled 24 runs across four games, showing the ability to create offense through both extra-base hits and timely situational hitting.

Sunday, May 11

UAlbany will look to close out the weekend by continuing to build on contributions across the roster. The Great Danes saw multiple multi-hit performances throughout the week, with five players recording at least five hits. The pitching staff also showed depth, with Ryan Pittz and Tyler Kneller each turning in scoreless outings in relief to help stabilize innings. 

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