A Comeback in Surprise
K-State survived an early 3‑0 hole to defeat Utah 9‑5 in the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Championship held in Surprise, Arizona.
A two‑run homer by AJ Evasco in the sixth inning sparked the Wildcats’ comeback, shifting momentum decisively.
Dee Kennedy added three hits and two RBIs, while Lincoln Sheffield closed the game with 2 ⅔ shutout innings in relief to earn the win.
James Guyette’s strikeout of the night marked his 100th of the season, placing him among the fifth pitchers in K‑State history to reach the milestone.
Coach Pete Hughes lauded the squad’s resilience, noting the fourth‑straight win and the team’s 86 home runs, which rank third in school history.
Looking Ahead to TCU
The Wildcats will next face seventh‑seeded TCU, a matchup that could further test their late‑season form.
With the tournament entering its final stretch, K‑State’s pitching depth and offensive firepower will be put to the test against a disciplined TCU squad.