Baylor Baseball Extends Home Winning Streak with Victory Over Sam Houston
In a commanding display at Magnolia Field, Baylor baseball extended their home winning streak to nine games, taking down Sam Houston 13-5. The Bears, now 10-6, showcased their offensive might with a trio of home runs, part of a robust 15-hit performance that left the Bearkats (8-8) chasing from behind. Baylor’s pitching staff was equally impressive, with seven pitchers combining for 12 strikeouts and allowing just one walk.
Freshman outfielder Brady Janusek and redshirt senior first baseman Tyce Armstrong each launched solo shots over the center field batter's eye, while redshirt freshman outfielder Hunter Snow added a pinch-hit homer to match Baylor's season-high of three home runs in a game.
Redshirt freshman right-hander Cayden Baker earned his first career win, striking out three over two innings. The Bears’ bullpen was rock solid, with five pitchers delivering scoreless outings, helping Baylor maintain a perfect 4-0 start to their eight-game homestand.
Game Rundown
Sam Houston struck first, but Baylor quickly responded as Janusek tied it up with a solo homer in the first inning. The Bears took control in the second when redshirt junior Travis Sanders singled to drive in a run, and they never looked back. Armstrong’s homer and contributions from Brytton Clements and Robert De La Garza extended the lead to 5-1 in the third.
Snow’s pinch-hit homer in the fifth made it 6-1, but Sam Houston closed the gap to 6-4 in the sixth. Unfazed, Baylor answered with three runs in their half of the inning, maintaining a comfortable lead.
The eighth inning saw Baylor pour on four more runs, highlighted by hustle doubles from Caleb Bergman and Janusek, sealing the game at 13-4. Sam Houston managed one more run in the ninth, but Baylor closed out the victory without further incident.
Highlights and Achievements
- Baylor’s record against Sam Houston improved to 74-49.
- The Bears are now 3-1 in midweek games and have won nine straight at home this season.
- Baylor’s 26 stolen bases through 16 games are the most since 2011.
- With 15 hits, Baylor recorded their seventh double-digit hitting game of the year.
- The pitching staff’s 12 strikeouts marked their sixth double-digit punchout performance of the season.
- Travis Sanders extended his on-base streak to 21 games, while Brady Janusek and Pearson Riebock have reached safely in all games this season.
Quotable Moments
Head Coach Mitch Thompson praised the team’s offensive depth and defensive solidity, highlighting the all-around team effort. Junior infielder Robert De La Garza expressed gratitude for his opportunity and support from teammates and coaches. Redshirt freshman Cayden Baker emphasized the competitiveness of the pitching staff against a strong lineup.
Next Up
Baylor (10-6) kicks off Big 12 Conference play against No. 22 West Virginia (11-3) on Friday, March 13, with the first pitch at 6:30 p.m. at Magnolia Field. Follow Baylor Baseball on social media for updates: @BaylorBaseball.