Championship Outlook
The Kansas Jayhawks baseball squad secured a decisive 9-2 victory over Oklahoma State in the semifinals of the 2026 Big 12 Tournament, earning a spot in the championship game.
The win marks only the third time in program history that Kansas has reached the title game, the previous appearances coming in 2013 and the 2006 championship that ended with a 9-7 triumph over Nebraska.
Head coach Dan Fitzgerald praised the team’s execution and depth, noting that contributions from the middle of the lineup and the bullpen were key factors in the dominant performance.
The Jayhawks now sit at 41-16 for the season, ranking among the most successful single-season records in Kansas baseball history, a testament to the program’s steady growth under Fitzgerald.
With the championship set for 6:30 p.m. CT in Surprise, Arizona, and a live broadcast on ESPN2, the team is eyeing not only the conference title but also the possibility of hosting an NCAA regional — and potentially a super regional — at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.
A win in the final would cement a historic chapter for the Jayhawks, who are determined to add another milestone to a season that has already exceeded expectations.