Arizona’s baseball squad erupted in the top of the ninth inning, plating three runs to turn a close contest into a 7‑4 win over Oklahoma State.
Freshman Caleb Danzeisen ignited the rally with a sacrifice fly, and senior Mathis Meurant followed with a two‑out, two‑run double that stretched the lead.
Meurant’s clutch hitting earlier in the game had already tied the score in the eighth with a solo home run, underscoring his role as the team’s go‑to performer in pressure moments.
A near‑no‑hitter falls apart
Left‑hander Luc Fladda had carried a no‑hitter into the sixth inning, but Oklahoma State answered with a three‑run homer in the seventh, forcing Arizona to regroup.
Reliever Corey Kling then shut the door, tossing the final two frames to preserve the lead and secure the victory.
The win ties Arizona with Texas Tech for the final spot in the Big 12 Tournament, but the Wildcats still need to out‑perform the Red Raiders or surpass Kansas State to lock down the berth.
With the tournament opening Tuesday in Surprise, Arizona will hand the ball to junior righty Owen Kramkowski, who is slated to start at 4 p.m. PT on Friday, aiming to build momentum heading into the decisive games.
Looking ahead
The Wildcats’ recent surge not only revitalizes their postseason hopes but also signals a broader resurgence under coach Rich Rodriguez, who praised the team’s resilience after the game.