Tulane Baseball Game Preview
The Tulane baseball team, with a record of 21-12 and 5-4 in the AAC, is set to face Southeastern Louisiana on April 8 at 6:30 p.m. The game will take place at Greer Field at Turchin Stadium in New Orleans.
This matchup provides a chance for Tulane to showcase their skills in a non-conference setting. They’ll likely start freshman pitcher John-Paul Sauer, who is 1-0 this season with a 6.75 ERA. This will be his first career start. In contrast, Southeastern Louisiana’s RHP Chase Ambrose, who has a solid 2.25 ERA and nine strikeouts this season, will take the mound for the Lions. Earlier this year, Ambrose held Tulane to one run over 2.2 innings.
The Lions have been on a roll, winning seven out of their last nine games. Their standout hitter is Giovanni Licciardi, boasting a .375 batting average, with Ryan Brome leading the pack in overall performance. Brome has an impressive .361 average, including 11 home runs and a slugging percentage of .756. Their team is hitting collective .300 with a total of 56 home runs this season, showing their offensive power.
The history between these two teams dates back to 1947, with Tulane leading the series 82-41. They recently played in February, where Tulane won 5-3. This adds an exciting layer to the rivalry, as both teams seek to gain momentum.
Last weekend, Tulane swept a doubleheader against Rice, winning dramatically with a walk-off home run from Matthias Haas in the second game. This strong performance showcased their offensive depth, as they racked up 20 hits over the two games. According to recent team statistics, they’ve recorded double-digit strikeouts in 19 out of their 33 games this season, highlighting their effective pitching strategy.
As of now, Tulane is building a lead in their home games, winning all six home weekend series this season. The local fanbase is energizing the environment at Turchin Stadium, which has become a fortress for the Green Wave.
In their upcoming games after facing Southeastern Louisiana, Tulane will dive back into conference play, hosting UAB. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting matchup against the Lions and beyond!
For more information about the Tulane baseball season, check out [TulaneGreenWave.com](https://www.tulanegreenwave.com).