In his lone start of the week, Baker was untouchable for eight strong innings against Salem International. He stymied the Tigers with eight shutout innings and 14 strikeouts while giving up just one hit.
The Yellow Jackets’ offense did their part with 11 runs while Baker went about his business and recorded the G-MAC’s best single-game strikeout total of the season.
He combined with Jordan Baker on a one-hit shutout in the nine-inning affair.
Baker faced just four batters over the minimum and gave up just a leadoff single in the seventh inning.
He struck out the side in the fifth frame and retired 10 straight to begin the game before issuing a walk.
In seven games this year, Baker has logged a 3.82 ERA and a 2-2 win-loss record while striking out 41 in just 33 innings pitched.