University at Albany Baseball Team Heads Downstate for Three-Game Series with Rival Stony Brook

Strategic Insights -

The University at Albany baseball team is set to face off against rival Stony Brook in a three-game weekend series. Led by a strong lineup and impressive pitching, the Great Danes are ready to take on the challenge. First pitch at Joe Nathan Field in Stony Brook, N.Y., is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Friday.

Key Takeaways:

  • The University at Albany baseball team has a 2-2 record in their last four games, with wins against Binghamton and losses to Stony Brook.
  • Brad Malm leads the team and the America East with 11 home runs and a .768 slugging percentage.
  • Will Binder leads UAlbany with a .368 batting average, the fourth-best in the conference, and has 32 hits and 21 RBIs this season.
  • Jason Bottari leads the team and the America East in stolen bases with 23.
  • Cregg Scherrer has a 2.70 ERA in 16.2 innings pitched in conference-only games, placing fifth in the America East.
  • Chase Carroll has yet to allow a run, holding a 0.00 ERA.
  • Ray Weber ranks seventh in the America East with a 3.57 ERA in conference-only games.

Statistics:

  • The Great Danes have a .286 overall batting average, with opponents batting .261.
  • UAlbany pitchers have a 5.83 ERA, ranking second overall in the conference.
  • Brad Malm has a .441 on-base percentage, tied for first on the team.
  • Will Binder has 32 hits and 21 RBIs this season.
  • Jason Bottari has 23 stolen bases.
  • Cregg Scherrer has a 2.70 ERA in 16.2 innings pitched in conference-only games.
  • Chase Carroll has a 0.00 ERA.

Sources:

  • University at Albany, State of New York news release, March 2023
  • America East conference statistics, 2023
  • University at Albany baseball team website, 2023