#13 NC State (33-16/17-9) secured a 7-2 come-from-behind victory over Stanford (25-24/9-19) in the first game of a three-game series tonight. The win was practically a must for the Wolfpack if they hope to capture their first ACC Regular Season Championship since 1986.
Heading into the bottom of the 5th inning, the Cardinal held a 2-0 lead, but the Wolfpack’s bats finally came to life. Junior 3rd Baseman Matt Heavner got things started with a sacrifice fly, bringing home Freshman 1st Baseman Brandon Novy, who started in place of the injured Chris McHugh. Senior Shortstop Justin DeCriscio brought in the next two runs with a two-run triple, scoring Junior Left Fielder Josh Hogue and Sophomore Designated Hitter Matt Ossenfort.