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A 4‑3 victory over Arkansas, fueled by Ethan Hindle’s two‑run homer and solid contributions from Tyler Bell, Braxton Van Cleave, and a reliable bullpen, gives Kentucky a 13th win and a historic path to the postseason.
A recap of Thursday’s playoff outcomes, highlights from Division III and OPEN DIVISION games, and the schedule for Saturday’s quarterfinals, semifinals and finals at Dodger Stadium.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros baseball squad, currently sitting at No. 3 in the national polls, is gearing up for a pivotal elimination contest against the No. 2 Lamar Cardinals in the Southland Conference Tournament. The victor will secure a berth in the next elimination round scheduled for Saturday, a prospect that has heightened anticipation among players, coaches and the broader campus community.
UAB edged UTSA 7‑6 in a back‑and‑forth contest at Roadrunner Field, highlighted by multiple home runs and clutch pitching.
The Terriers dropped a 7‑6 decision to Samford after a back‑and‑forth game, with Lucas Manning’s solo homer giving a brief lead and a ninth‑inning walk‑off sealing the defeat. The series continues Friday, May 15, at 5 p.m. ET, streamed on ESPN+.
The Nittany Lions erupted offensively, scoring 13 runs in seven innings while stranding a dozen baserunners, setting a new program mark for home runs.
Tulane’s 12‑0 loss at Rice highlights pitching woes and a stagnant offense, pushing the Green Wave’s record to 4‑20 in early‑inning games.
The Monmouth University baseball team routed North Carolina A&T 14-4, highlighted by a seven-run seventh inning, a school-record 103rd steal, and standout performances from Chris Walsh, Colin Richter and Wyatt Hunt.
Florida State will host Miami in the last regular‑season series of the ACC, with both teams eyeing tournament seeds, while key players nurse injuries and historic trends add drama.
Clemson’s baseball team dropped a 5-1 decision to Virginia Tech on May 14, extending a three-game losing streak that eliminates any at-large NCAA Tournament prospects.
The University of Pittsburgh baseball team clinched its first 30‑win season under head coach Mike Bell, defeating Notre Dame 6‑3. Key contributions from a star‑studded lineup and solid pitching paved the way for the milestone.
Cecil Lofton’s single sparked a cascade of runs, with Jacob McKenzie crossing home twice before the third inning, while later hits by Gabe Petrucelli and Kye Watson added crucial scores.
Georgetown defeated Seton Hall 5‑1 on May 14, 2026, with strong pitching from Kai Leckszas and timely hitting from Ashtin Gilio and Connor Peek.
Wichita State was held to two hits in a 4-1 defeat, with Nathan Early’s sixth‑inning homer sealing the win for USF.
Louisiana opened their Sun Belt series with a 7‑2 win over the 20th‑ranked Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, highlighted by an early 5‑0 lead and a late rally that included a two‑run homer by Blake Barthol.
The Redhawks secured a 4-2 victory in the series opener, highlighted by home runs from Demitri Shakotko and Brooks Kettering, strong pitching from Mason Pennington, and a save by Gavin Johnston.
A late surge propelled the Seminoles past the Hurricanes, 7-6, in a dramatic extra-inning victory.
Kennesaw State's baseball team lost 5-3 to Missouri State, outhitting them 12-8 but failing to erase an early two-run hole.
A 12-2 victory over Georgia State secured a top-six seed, set a program win record, and highlighted a cascade of standout performances.
Flatirons Academy rallied from an 11-6 deficit to defeat Akron 14-11, clinching the CHSAA 1A baseball title in a game marked by early fireworks, a pivotal fourth‑inning surge, and a strategic shift by shortstop‑turned‑pitcher Caleb Doughty.
The Cavaliers edged Louisville 8-3, capitalizing on nine walks, a hit by pitch and three errors, while key performances from Becker, Zatkowski and reliever Lucas Hartman highlighted both offensive resurgence and strategic questions.
The Bears rallied early, got solid outings from Schaaf, Felder and Charlton, and held off a late homer to move into a tie for second in the conference.
A dramatic seventh‑inning RBI single by Issac Swanson sealed a 7‑6 win for Desert Hills over Crimson Cliffs, sending the team into a best‑of‑three series against top‑seeded Snow Canyon.
The Bears are set to open the Ivy League Tournament against Penn at Yale’s George H.W. Bush ‘48 Field, riding a wave of accolades and strong performances.