Garza Goes 4-for-5 as Mustangs Demolish Spartans 11-4

Cal Poly freshman pitcher Sean McGrath earns first collegiate win with five scoreless innings

Apr. 8, 2026 at 6:19am

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An abstract, cubist-style painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and planes in the colors of Cal Poly and San Jose State, capturing the energy and intensity of their baseball matchup.Cal Poly's dominant victory over San Jose State showcases the Mustangs' well-rounded talent and growing momentum as they approach crucial conference matchups.San Luis Obispo Today

Cal Poly's baseball team defeated San Jose State 11-4 on Tuesday, with freshman pitcher Sean McGrath earning his first collegiate victory by throwing five scoreless innings. Alejandro Garza led the Mustangs' offense, going 4-for-5 at the plate and driving in one run.

Why it matters

This win extends Cal Poly's recent hot streak, as they have now won five straight games over the Spartans. The Mustangs are looking to build momentum heading into key upcoming series against ranked opponent Oregon State and Big West leader UC San Diego.

The details

Freshman right-hander Sean McGrath (1-2) struck out six, scattered five hits, and did not issue any walks in his five scoreless innings to earn the win. Cal Poly's offense was led by Alejandro Garza, who recorded his fourth game of three or more hits over the last three weeks, raising his batting average to .336. Dante Vachini, Ryan Tayman, Gavin Spiridonoff, and Jake Downing all added two hits apiece as the Mustangs outhit the Spartans 16-8.

  • Cal Poly improved its overall mark to 18-13 with its fifth straight win over the Spartans.
  • San Jose State fell to 13-19, losing for the seventh time in its last 10 games.

The players

Sean McGrath

A freshman right-hander who earned his first collegiate victory with five scoreless innings.

Alejandro Garza

A two-time All-Big West first-team honoree who recorded his fourth game of three or more hits over the last three weeks, raising his batting average to .336.

Cal Poly

The baseball team that defeated San Jose State 11-4 on Tuesday.

San Jose State

The opposing team that fell to 13-19 on the season, losing for the seventh time in its last 10 games.

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What’s next

Cal Poly plays its next two weekend series on the road, visiting No. 7 Oregon State for three non-conference games this weekend and Big West leader UC San Diego on April 17-19.

The takeaway

This win showcases Cal Poly's strong pitching and balanced offensive attack, as they look to build momentum heading into key upcoming series against ranked opponents. The Mustangs' depth and talent will be tested in the coming weeks as they aim to solidify their position in the Big West standings.