DURHAM, N.C. — Very few are more dependable than Clemson ace Aidan Knaak.
The sophomore right-hander has made 15 starts for the Tigers this season, with 12 of those being quality starts.
In Wednesday’s 6-1 win over Virginia Tech, in the second round of the ACC Tournament, Knaak went six strong, allowing just one run on four hits while striking out six. Getting a quality start from his ace meant Erik Bakich didn’t have to very deep into his bullpen.
“It certainly helps, especially with the approach that we are taking,” the head coach said. “Single elimination tournament, you are not saving anyone anyway.