BB: SCIAC: Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

[Jack Parkman]

Chapman at least can throw their 1 and 2 on the 3rd and have them available for the CMS double header on the 8th. Give some others the opportunity to show their stuff. I am sure they will focus on CLU and "come what may with CMS". Should be a good opportunity to stretch out the staff. Timing does not look too bad.

CLU at Chapman today (3/3) for one game.
Chapman at CLU Tues (3/4) for two games.

Having the DH on Tuesday means Sat games will be on 3 days rest;  It would've been better for both team pitching to play the DH today at CLU.   Pitching depth next weekend will be key.
I expect both CU and CLU to focus on the Game in front of them and let next weekend play out; as CU plays CMS and CLU plays Redlands.

I don't mean disrespect from CMS or Redlands but judging by the way their seasons have gone so far I would say CLU and Chapman play their series like they would any other.  This might cause some high scoring games next weekend but the talent for Chapman and CLU is far superior to CMS and Redlands.  The CLU/Chapman series should be a darn good one with low scoring games in my opinion.

[Colorado]

For what its worth, my guess is that Osaki, Smith and possibly McGee will start for Chapman against CLU. Riddle and Hanks will start against CMS. I'm speculating that Connor Wiiliams may get a start against either CMS or Kean. Williams beat Kean last year. They are possibly using 11 pitchers for the next week of games and includes Richards in the pen. The 3 starting against CLU will be in the pen against CMS (and vice versa) so as to not overload any one guy. Watson, Molnar and Vietze who have done pretty well in a limited bullpen role probably will get more innings. CU should come out if it ok and then be ready for Pomona Pitzer the following week with the main guys fully rested.

[108 Stitches]

Just put on the CLU/Chapman game on the side here working. CU throws out runner at home top 4.  Score is 3 -1 Chapman bottom 4.

Don't know if they know it but some of the CLU parents sound pretty trashy on the audio feed. Note to self: Keep your mouth shut when a live mike is around.  I guess they don't have anyone announcing game at Chapman.

[SoCalSoxFan]

Just put on the CLU/Chapman game on the side here working. CU throws out runner at home top 4.  Score is 3 -1 Chapman bottom 4.

Don't know if they know it but some of the CLU parents sound pretty trashy on the audio feed. Note to self: Keep your mouth shut when a live mike is around.  I guess they don't have anyone announcing game at Chapman.

I noticed the same thing.

CLU 4-3 going into the bottom of fourth; then CU tied it up while I'm typing.

[tkoons7]

Hey everyone,

I'm new to the boards here after recently graduating from cal lu. Just an update on the game if you haven't heard, CLU takes game 1 with a 7-4 score with a late inning rally. Looking forward to the double header tomorrow at CLU.

[Teddy_Ballgame]

And Pomona-Pitzer (5-9, 4-5 in SCIAC) drops game 3 to Redlands (5-9, 5-4 SCIAC) by a score of 17-10. Apparently Redlands came out swinging and just never stopped.

For UR:
Hancock: 4 for 6 with 2 HRs and 3RBIs
Scalisi: 4 for 5 with 3 runs
Hardman 3 for 5 with a HR, 2B and 3 RBIs
Dresner and Shiewe each had three hits as well

For PP:
Rosenbaum: 3-4 with a HR, 2 RBIs. Puts him at 11 for 12 on the series with 2HRs and 12 RBIs.
Nishioka: 3 for 5 with 3 RBIs.

PP adds 3 errors and 5 unearned runs to their totals for the year. They've got a .341 BAA and still lingering at a .935 Fielding %.
It seems like they're in a similar boat with Redlands. Both teams are hitting well but have bloated ERAs (UR at 6.39, PP at 7.01). If nothing else, it makes for exciting games.

As Mr. Koons mentioned (welcome!), CLU beats Chapman 7-4 and will play two tomorrow.
Oxy split at CMS yesterday and won the rubber match today at home 4-3.
ULV beat up Cal Tech today, looks like they still need to get another game (or two?) in tomorrow.

[Colorado]

Saw CLU's Peterson for the first time. Impressed. The boy can square up and hit. Strong arm but if I was scouting him, I'd give him a look as a position player. He's much more developed as a hitter. Still, CU's lineup couldn't throw the knockout punches when they had the chance(s) which is a credit to him. CU used Riddle in relief today which likely means McGee will start Tuesday in the DH with Smith.

[Jack Parkman]

And Pomona-Pitzer (5-9, 4-5 in SCIAC) drops game 3 to Redlands (5-9, 5-4 SCIAC) by a score of 17-10. Apparently Redlands came out swinging and just never stopped.

For UR:
Hancock: 4 for 6 with 2 HRs and 3RBIs
Scalisi: 4 for 5 with 3 runs
Hardman 3 for 5 with a HR, 2B and 3 RBIs
Dresner and Shiewe each had three hits as well

For PP:
Rosenbaum: 3-4 with a HR, 2 RBIs. Puts him at 11 for 12 on the series with 2HRs and 12 RBIs.
Nishioka: 3 for 5 with 3 RBIs.

PP adds 3 errors and 5 unearned runs to their totals for the year. They've got a .341 BAA and still lingering at a .935 Fielding %.
It seems like they're in a similar boat with Redlands. Both teams are hitting well but have bloated ERAs (UR at 6.39, PP at 7.01). If nothing else, it makes for exciting games.

As Mr. Koons mentioned (welcome!), CLU beats Chapman 7-4 and will play two tomorrow.
Oxy split at CMS yesterday and won the rubber match today at home 4-3.
ULV beat up Cal Tech today, looks like they still need to get another game (or two?) in tomorrow.

I don't think it's Pomona's year.  It really seems like they are in desperate need of a 3rd starter.  I'm not sure if Rosenbaum is going to pitch this year but they should be pretty well off next year with Bruml, Rosenbaum and Miles.  Their hitting will keep them in game but they need to get the defense under control.  Like I said, I sure wouldn't count them out but time is running a little short.

[Jack Parkman]

Saw CLU's Peterson for the first time. Impressed. The boy can square up and hit. Strong arm but if I was scouting him, I'd give him a look as a position player. He's much more developed as a hitter. Still, CU's lineup couldn't throw the knockout punches when they had the chance(s) which is a credit to him. CU used Riddle in relief today which likely means McGee will start Tuesday in the DH with Smith.

Sounds like both teams had plenty of chance but CLU got the clutch hit.  Should be a great double-dip tomorrow.

[CrashDavisD3]

http://www.thesciac.org/sports/bsb/2013-14/standings

[108 Stitches]

Whittier leads the SCIAC. Enjoy the view at the top, as it won't be long. 

[Teddy_Ballgame]

And Pomona-Pitzer (5-9, 4-5 in SCIAC) drops game 3 to Redlands (5-9, 5-4 SCIAC) by a score of 17-10. Apparently Redlands came out swinging and just never stopped.

For UR:
Hancock: 4 for 6 with 2 HRs and 3RBIs
Scalisi: 4 for 5 with 3 runs
Hardman 3 for 5 with a HR, 2B and 3 RBIs
Dresner and Shiewe each had three hits as well

For PP:
Rosenbaum: 3-4 with a HR, 2 RBIs. Puts him at 11 for 12 on the series with 2HRs and 12 RBIs.
Nishioka: 3 for 5 with 3 RBIs.

PP adds 3 errors and 5 unearned runs to their totals for the year. They've got a .341 BAA and still lingering at a .935 Fielding %.
It seems like they're in a similar boat with Redlands. Both teams are hitting well but have bloated ERAs (UR at 6.39, PP at 7.01). If nothing else, it makes for exciting games.

As Mr. Koons mentioned (welcome!), CLU beats Chapman 7-4 and will play two tomorrow.
Oxy split at CMS yesterday and won the rubber match today at home 4-3.
ULV beat up Cal Tech today, looks like they still need to get another game (or two?) in tomorrow.

I don't think it's Pomona's year.  It really seems like they are in desperate need of a 3rd starter.  I'm not sure if Rosenbaum is going to pitch this year but they should be pretty well off next year with Bruml, Rosenbaum and Miles.  Their hitting will keep them in game but they need to get the defense under control.  Like I said, I sure wouldn't count them out but time is running a little short.

Rosenbaum is still recovering from Tommy John and won't be used on the mound this year. There is a chance that Cameron Yen, who was 3-1 with a 3.35 ERA in 6 starts before getting hurt last year, will be back by the end of the season. If they can't hang in until then, though, it would probably be smart not to rush him back and continue to develop younger arms in the meantime.

Side note- I noticed yesterday that Coach P, only in his 12th year with Pomona, is just five wins away from 300 for his career. This may be a down year, but he's done an amazing job with the program. I wouldn't be surprised if they turn it around a bit this year and sneak into the playoffs, and I certainly think they'll be strong next year once the arms are healthy.

[Jack Parkman]

Good series win by Cal Lu.  Looks like they got thumped in the first game than came back with a complete game shutout in the rubber match.  I don't think too many Chapman teams have been shutout like that.

It will be interesting to see how the pitching holds up for both teams with so few days between series.  I still say both sweep this weekend.

[Colorado]

That's the 1st shutout but honestly, they have been shackled a few times now. CU's lineup has that Dr Jekyll- Mr Hyde thing going on. When they win, they look like murders row and average 11 runs per game which. When they lose, they are averaging a run or 2 per game which is about half their games. It could get better but Offensively, they're probably not as productive  as their stats suggest. The Nos. 8 and 9 hitters are having terrific seasons with their glove, and in a conference schedule that leans in CU's favor til the conference tourney, the temptation is to just keep things the way they are. But the CLU series exposed CU's need for The Big Hit against a play off calibre opponent. They got a few but overall left a lotta of scoring opps on the bases. I'm just another dumb fan but Getting lefty Matt Gandy more at bats would be 1 option. The senior homered yesterday in a rare start but seems to be wasted in his role as first pinch hitter off the bench.

[108 Stitches]

My takeaway from the series is that CLU will be fine offensively and that their pitching will keep them in most games. 4 errors in 3 games is OK. They are the best team in the SCIAC at the moment.

Chapman competed and will continue to develop and will likely be the two seed in the SCIAC tournament and will continue to improve as the season progresses. End of season games are all about pitching and defense and getting a hit in a critical situation, their pitching will continue to develop since they have so many guys coming back from injury. Time will tell regarding the offense.

Both teams can expect to see each other again at the end of the season and in reality the rest of the season is for both teams to get ready for the SCIAC tournament, it is probably more important for CLU to keep winning to keep up their in region ranking just in case they lose the conference tournament so they are in the running for an at large bid, CU will have to beat them to make it to  Mc Minnville IMO.