WVU Baseball Tops Marshall 5-4, Extends Winning Streak

In a thrilling matchup, the No. 24 West Virginia Mountaineers edged the Marshall Thundering Herd 5-4 on Tuesday night, thanks to a dramatic steal of home by Chase Swain in the ninth inning. The Mountaineers initially took a 2-0 lead in the second, but Marshall responded with four unanswered runs, taking a 4-2 lead by the fifth inning. West Virginia rallied in the seventh, tying the game with two runs, before Swain's game-winning play in the ninth secured the victory. The win marked a continuation of a strong rivalry, with both teams competing closely in recent matchups. WVU head coach Steve Sabins expressed his enthusiasm for the ongoing series with Marshall, highlighting the benefits for both programs and their fans. This game also showcased the growing partnership between the two teams, as they continue to schedule competitive matchups in baseball.