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Oddly Interesting Series with Postseason Impact: Oregon State vs. Mercer

When you look at the weekend slate, a matchup between a powerhouse from the Pacific Northwest and a steady contender from the Southern Conference might not scream "Main Event" — but for those who follow the intricacies of the RPI and the road to Omaha, this series is one of the most fascinating fixtures on the calendar.

Core College Baseball StaffMar 27, 2026

ACC Showdown: Miami Visits Clemson in Pivotal Weekend Series

A critical ACC matchup as Clemson looks to reset its trajectory against a deep Miami squad, with injuries and pitching depth in the spotlight.

CCB StaffMar 26, 2026

The Plains on Fire: No. 1 Auburn Hosts No. 5 Texas in a Top-5 Showdown for the Ages

Hot off a dominant takedown of No. 3 Georgia Tech, the Tigers welcome the Longhorns to Plainsman Park — but Texas is carrying baggage after a stunning midweek stumble against unranked Tarleton State.

Core College Baseball StaffMar 20, 2026

Thursday Outlook: Three Big Conference Series Open This Week

West Virginia proves they belong. Kentucky gets tested. LSU feels the pressure. Three must-watch series previews for the weekend.

Mar 18, 2026

Midweek Mashup: Two Upset Picks for Tuesday

Most of the midweek games are lopsided matchups, so let's focus on two possible upsets — Auburn vs Georgia Tech and Texas A&M vs Texas State.

Core College BaseballMar 17, 2026

Weekend Recap: Conference Play Kicks Off Across the Top 30

Conference play kicked off across Division 1 college baseball this weekend, and several top teams made bold statements while others stumbled.

Core College BaseballMar 16, 2026