Despite keeping the high-powered offense of Texas Tech University at bay, San Diego State baseball suffered a 3-1 loss in the first installment of its three-game set in Texas.
Powered by a two-run fifth inning and a shutdown pitching performance, the Red Raiders (27-9) outlasted the Aztecs (10-21) in the low-scoring affair.
The Aztecs’ pitching staff rose to the occasion, holding the Raiders’ offense to three runs on seven hits, their lowest run output since a 4-3 loss to Baylor University on March 19.
Freshman Harrison Pyatt (0-3) put together another quality start, keeping TTU scoreless through the first four frames while allowing only three base runners.