The Oregon Ducks surged to a 9‑4 victory over the Washington Huskies in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal, a win highlighted by five Ducks homering in the same game.
Now the Ducks turn their attention to the semifinals, where they will meet the Nebraska Cornhuskers, a team that advanced by edging the Michigan Wolverines 6‑4. A win would place Oregon one step away from the championship and a potential nod to host an NCAA Regional in Eugene.
Semifinal Preview
Nebraska’s offense has been anchored by Case Sanderson, who came within a single hit of a cycle and drove in three runs, while Dylan Carey brings a season tally of 79 hits and 14 home runs, and freshman phenom Drew Grego, the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, has added 56 hits and seven homers of his own.
On the mound, Oregon’s Cal Scolari delivered a stellar 10 strikeouts in the quarterfinal, underscoring the Ducks’ pitching depth as they chase a championship and a coveted regional hosting slot.
The contest also reflects the growing intensity of the conference’s postseason, as both teams jockey for seeding and momentum heading into the NCAA tournament.