As college baseball enters its second half, key series have taken place, shaping the landscape of the season. Here are 15 takeaways from the weekend’s action:
1. Kentucky and Tennessee had a top-10 showdown, with Tennessee winning the series and emerging as the team to beat in the SEC East.
2. While Kentucky lost its first SEC series, it showcased its capabilities and is still a contender.
3. Wake Forest has won three straight ACC series, putting them firmly in the NCAA Tournament conversation.
4. Florida State faced a tough loss on the road, raising concerns about their pitching depth.
5. California swept Oregon State, breaking their eight-game winning streak and putting them back in the NCAA Tournament mix.
6. Oregon State’s recent struggles expose weaknesses in their defense and bullpen.
7. NC State captured a series against rival North Carolina, solidifying their position as a formidable ACC team.
8. Coastal Carolina defeated Louisiana for a series win, boosting their hosting resume.
9. Louisiana is still a contender for the Sun Belt title, despite the series loss.
10. The parity in the Big 12 is evident, with every team having a series win over each other.
11. UConn has rebounded from a slow start, sweeping Georgetown to lead the Big East.
12. UNC Wilmington has remained dominant in the CAA, winning a series at Northeastern.
13. Louisiana Tech showcased their potential with a series win at Dallas Baptist.
14. DBU has lost three straight series, but their top-20 RPI keeps them in NCAA Tournament contention.
15. Michigan has won five straight conference series, proving their consistency in the Big Ten.