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LHP Grant Larson pitching against the Gators.

Wildcats hand San Francisco State their first loss of the season

Alex Martin, Staff Writer // February 19, 2020

It was an exciting day at Nettleton Stadium as the Wildcats took on the San Francisco State University Gators in game one of a four game series. Coming into the game, the Gators were undefeated, having...

Kyle Blakeman prepares to swing at the pitch Photo credit: Austin Schreiber

Blakeman’s big day not enough to get Wildcat’s baseball the win

Austin Schreiber // March 29, 2018

The Chico State baseball team began their road trip with a 4-7 loss to Cal State Los Angeles in LA. Casey Costello started the game for the Wildcats and gave up five runs, four earned over 5 1/3 innings....

Chico State dugout watches the opposing pitcher Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Chico State baseball struggling to match last year’s offensive performance

Austin Schreiber // February 19, 2018

With Sunday's double-header cancelled due to unplayable field conditions, let's take a closer look at how this year's Chico State baseball team stacks up against last years. In regards to their record,...

The Chico State baseball team looks on during an important game against Sonoma State. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Wildcats lose game in final inning

Gabriella Bermudez // May 13, 2016
Chico State baseball drops game in final inning on second day of the CCAA tournament.
Junior Stuart Bradley throws a pitch during a game against Sonoma State. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

‘Cats seek playoff birth heading into weekend

Carlos Islas and Jacob Auby // May 6, 2016
With the season coming to an end, the Chico State baseball team hopes to seal their spot in the CCAA Championship tournament and qualify for the NCAA tournament.
Junior infielder Casey Bennett makes contact during a game against the Academy of Art. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Baseball’s road to Cary, North Carolina, looks promising

Anna Baytosh // March 30, 2016
Chico State baseball inches closer to prized goal.
Sophomore infielder Cameron Santos celebrates a triple with the dugout in a game against Cal State Monterey Bay. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

Strong pitching performance leads Wildcats over Tritons

Carlos Islas // March 27, 2016
The Chico State baseball team defeated the UC San Diego Tritons 7-0 at home on Friday, March 25, thanks to a strong performance by starting pitcher Clayton Gelfand.
Senior second baseman Andrew Carrillo. Photo credit: Carlos Islas

Q&A: baseball superstitions

January 29, 2016
Chico State baseball players sit down with The Orion to discuss their superstitions and routines.
Senior third baseman Dylan Garcia hitting the ball against the Otters on March 27. Garcia was a perfect 4-for-4 against the Golden Eagles last Saturday. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats give up 3 games to L.A.

Lars Gustafson // April 7, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats lost every game except one, in a four game series against the Golden Eagles.
Junior infielder Andrew Carillo up to bat against the Otters on March 27. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Walk-off winner for the ‘Cats

Matthew Vislosky // March 28, 2015
The Chico State baseball team won a game against the Cal State Monterey Bay Otters at home on Friday.
Chico State's senior outfielder Connor Huesers up to bat during a game against the Sonoma State Seawolves on Feb 27. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats split doubleheader against Cal State San Bernardino

Matthew Vislosky // March 16, 2015
The Wildcats came away with a win and a lost against Cal State San Bernardino on Saturday.
Senior catcher Peter Miller getting a hit against Sonoma State on Feb. 27. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats experience a rough weekend

Matthew Vislosky // March 11, 2015
The Chico State baseball team ended a four game series going 0-4 against UC San Diego.
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