Delaware sweeps, advances to playoffs

From BlueHens.com:
Despite facing long odds entering the final week of the season, the University of Delaware baseball team clinched a berth in the Colonial Athletic Association tournament after posting a 13-4 victory over Virginia Commonwealth to complete a three-game sweep of the Rams at Bob Hannah Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

So there it is. The Hens move on to the CAA tournament against George Mason, the number one seed. After a long series vs. VCU, lets see if their pitching can hold up. For more coverage, check out our website or pick up this week's issue of the Review.


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Rorick steps up big in series opener

From Bluehens.com:
NEWARK, Del. - Behind an incredible complete game effort by Brian Rorick, the University of Delaware baseball team posted a 6-1 victory over Virginia Commonwealth on Thursday afternoon at Bob Hannah Stadium.

Rorick tossed his third consecutive complete game while posting a career-high 13 strikeouts against VCU (20-24, 8-14 CAA). The junior right-hander also scattered four hits and allowed only one unearned run on the way to his fourth win of the season.

This is the type of performance the Hens need if they want to be competitive in the CAA. They already have the big bats in Bill Merkler, Ryan Cuneo, and Ryan Reed. Rorick has been a work horse this season, starting in 12 games. This was his third consecutive complete game. If pitchers like Rich O'Donnell can step it up come tournament time the Hens can make a run. Lets see how they do tomorrow in the second game of the series.

Go to http://www.bluehens.com/sportsinfo/baseball/base09-vcu1.html for more on the game.