Western Michigan's baseball team heads to Central Michigan for a crucial three-game rivalry series. Currently, the Broncos are tied for second place in the MAC standings, just one game behind Ball State. They have a 99-97-1 edge in their all-time series against the Chippewas and have secured victories in the last three seasons, including a sweep last year. Following a successful three-game sweep of UMass, WMU aims to maintain momentum against their longtime rivals.

By the Numbers
  • Western Michigan has an overall road record of 8-6 this season.
  • Tanner Mally leads NCAA DI in batting average at .558 and on-base percentage at .661.
  • The Broncos have recorded 20 double plays, tied for the most in the MAC.
  • Western Michigan's pitching staff boasts a MAC-leading 4.02 ERA in conference play.
State of Play
  • Western Michigan has won two out of three MAC road series so far this season, recently sweeping Ohio.
  • Following their series against UMASS, the Broncos are coming off a dominant pitching performance with a 0.95 ERA over 19 innings.
  • Tanner Mally was recently recognized as a Midseason All-American.
What's Next

As the series with Central Michigan unfolds, both teams will look to position themselves favorably within the MAC standings. Western Michigan aims to extend their winning streak and further solidify their playoff positioning with critical conference games ahead.

Bottom Line

This weekend's rivalry series is pivotal for Western Michigan as they strive to maintain their momentum and improve their standings in the MAC. Winning this series will bolster their chances for a strong postseason showing.