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The Seminoles survived a tough elimination game, leveraging home-field advantage and late-game heroics to advance toward a double-elimination regional final.
Oklahoma State’s baseball squad defeated South Carolina Upstate 12‑1, highlighted by Hudson Barrett’s seven‑scoreless innings and multi‑home‑run performances from Campbell Smithwick and Remo Indomenico. The win puts the Cowboys one step away from the super‑regional, but they must first navigate a pivotal matchup with Alabama.
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Arizona State will meet Ole Miss in the NCAA Tournament’s regional final in Lincoln, Nebraska, but the game will unfold without Landon Hairston, the Big 12 Player of the Year who was suspended after throwing his bat. His season stats, a prior walk‑heavy performance against the Rebels, and the possibility of a comeback add layers to the story.
Tre Phelps' home run in the sixth inning ignited a heated exchange that led to his and Coach Wes Johnson's ejection, leaving Georgia poised for a super regional spot.
The Oregon State Beavers defeated the Washington State Cougars 10-1, advancing to the Eugene Regional Final and setting up a pivotal series against the Oregon Ducks.
The Arkansas Razorbacks will face the Kansas Jayhawks in the Lawrence Regional final, looking to end a 20‑year streak and secure a historic postseason victory.
Florida State survived a tight 2-1 victory over Coastal Carolina, fueled by an RBI single from Nathan Cmeyla and a solo homer by Cal Fisher, as top pitchers Wes Mendes and Trey Beard combined for 17 strikeouts. The Seminoles now await Northern Illinois in a 7:10 p.m. elimination game, with the winner advancing to face dominant St. John's, who have exploded for 27 runs in two contests.
Ole Miss pitcher Cade Townsend, a 96 mph fastball specialist, is set to start against Arizona State in the Lincoln Regional final, a game that could launch the Rebels into the NCAA super regional and cement his status as a top 2026 draft prospect.
During the NCAA Athens Regional final on May 31 at Foley Field, Georgia's Tre Phelps hit a home run that put the Bulldogs ahead, only to be ejected for gesturing toward the Liberty dugout. Coach Wes Johnson was also removed after a heated argument, adding drama to a game that could decide a super regional berth.
During the Athens Regional final, Georgia's coach Wes Johnson and third baseman Tre Phelps were ejected after a contentious home run, while Liberty's coach Bradley LeCroy left the dugout in protest.
UCF opened with a leadoff homer from DeAmez Ross and a flawless first inning by Roman Kimball, but a sudden thunderstorm paused the contest, prompting the Daytona Beach News-Journal to relay updates and fans to turn to ESPN2, ESPN+ and Fubo for live coverage.
The Crimson Tide are set to host Oklahoma State in a pivotal Regional final, with coach Rob Vaughn urging an engaged fan base and freshman Myles Upchurch stepping onto the mound.
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Arizona State must defeat Ole Miss on Sunday night to force a deciding game, while Ole Miss can clinch the regional with a victory. The matchup will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+.
Florida State endured a 22‑hour marathon to defeat Coastal Carolina 2‑1, with key hits from Nathan Cmeyla and Cal Fisher and dominant pitching from Wes Mendes and Trey Beard. The Seminoles now face Northern Illinois after St. John's advanced, aiming for a third consecutive regional final under Coach Link Jarrett.
The Huskers' 43‑17 campaign concluded with an 11‑8 defeat to Arizona State in the Lincoln Regional, a game marked by early fireworks, a mid‑game tie, and a late push that couldn't overcome the Sun Devils' lead.
Florida State, fresh off a grueling victory, will meet Northern Illinois on Sunday night, a game that could set up a final against the high‑scoring Red Storm.
A weather‑delayed win over Coastal Carolina sets the stage for a pivotal Tallahassee Regional final against Northern Illinois, with ESPN+ broadcasting the 7:15 p.m. showdown.
The Kansas Jayhawks will host the Arkansas Razorbacks on Sunday in a rematch after a 5-3 win on Saturday, with the regional title on the line.
The Huskers fell 11-8 to Arizona State after a late rally, concluding a 43-17 season and the first home-regional tournament since 2008.
The Panthers have exploded for 26 runs in their first two NCAA tournament games, outscoring Auburn and Central Florida 13‑8 and 13‑6, and now stand one victory away from the program’s first Super Regional.
UCSB defeated Tarleton State 9-5, driven by strong performances from Rowan Kelly and Cole Kosciusko, and now faces Texas in a winner‑takes‑all showdown.
Aidan Miller, the Philadelphia Phillies’ highly touted prospect, is currently sidelined by a lingering back injury. He is receiving treatment at the team’s facility in Clearwater, Florida, while the organization remains hopeful for a 2026 return.