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Rutgers baseball: Jordan Sweeney is heating up at the plate

Jordan Sweeney has been performing well for Rutgers baseball this year.

With the Big Ten tournament only weeks away, Rutgers baseball has found its groove offensively. They have won five straight and scored 46 runs in that span. While they are getting contributions from everyone in the lineup, Jordan Sweeney is taking his game to another level.

In his last five games, the New Jersey native has driven in seven runs and added two multi-hit games to his resume. As the Scarlet Knights have improved their playoff positioning, Sweeney has come through with runners in scoring position. That has added depth to a lineup that is full of talent.

Due to his recent play, Sweeney has 39 RBI this season. That is the third most on the team, trailing only Ryan Lasko and Chris Brito. Since the calendar flipped to April, the Egg Harbor Township High School product has two games with at least four RBI. Regardless of the opponent, he has come through for this Rutgers team.

Although Sweeney is only hitting .266 this season, his bat is coming alive at the perfect time. Last weekend against Penn State, the offense showed how dangerous it could be with everyone chipping in. That will be key when tournament play begins.

With their talented infielder at his best, the Scarlet Knights have moved into third place in the Big Ten standings. As they look to continue their rise, Sweeney will be the center of their success with, wins at a premium.

 

Rutgers spring athletics prepare for tournament play and the 2024 season

With summer on the horizon, most of Rutgers athletics are preparing for tournament play or have already shifted their focus to 2024.

With summer on the horizon, most of Rutgers athletics are preparing for tournament play or have already shifted their focus to 2024. The spring season has been full of exciting moments, including last week when Rutgers women’s lacrosse shocked the lacrosse world.

While the Rutgers lacrosse season has come to an end, baseball and softball still have a few series left before the Big Ten tournament kicks off. They have both struggled in conference play but have excelled at home. Over the next few weeks, they will be looking to put themselves in the best position to be successful come postseason play.

For Rutgers fans, this weekend will feature a few exciting matchups. Starting on Friday, Rutgers baseball will host Penn State for a three-game series, and softball welcomes Northwestern to town. Both series are an opportunity for Rutgers to improve their record in conference play. With playoff seeding on the line, it should be a fun weekend in Piscataway.

Check out what is going on with spring sports around Rutgers!

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Jordan Sweeney is proving to be a reliable bat for Rutgers baseball

Jordan Sweeney is helping Rutgers baseball this year.

Over the last few years, Jordan Sweeney has become a familiar name to Rutgers fans. The New Jersey native has appeared in 117 games for the Scarlet Knights and provided them with a steady bat. During his junior year, Sweeney has again been one of Rutger’s most consistent bats and made the most of his playing time.

Through 31 games this season, the Egg Harbor Township High School product is hitting .295 with 28 runs batted in. Sweeney has added 12 extra-base hits to his resume and only grounded into three double plays. Of late, he has been an on-base machine.

In Sweeney’s last five games, he has three multi-hit games. That is his best five-game stretch of the season, and as a result, he has been hard to keep out of the lineup. He only needs six more hits to tie his career high with plenty of games left in the regular season.

Additionally, the talented junior has been just as good defensively. Sweeney has only committed one error this season and added recorded 16 assists. If his Rutgers career were to end today, he would finish with 599 putouts and a .992 fielding percentage.

Sweeney will be a player to watch as the Scarlet Knights look to put together an extended winning streak. Entering play on Tuesday, they are 16-15 through 31 games and 2-4 in conference play. However, during what has been a rollercoaster season so far, Sweeney has been one of the bright spots as he is on pace for a career year.

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