Butler's baseball team will start their BIG EAST season with a three-game series against Villanova from April 2-4. Coming off a successful week, Butler achieved a 3-1 record, including a series win over Milwaukee. Key players include junior Matthew Rhoades, who ranks second nationally in home runs, and Gunnar Duncan, named BIG EAST Player of the Week after batting .600 with nine RBIs. Butler currently holds an 8-20 record as they face a Villanova team reeling from an 11-1 loss to Lafayette.

By the Numbers
  • Butler is 8-20 overall, having won 2 of their last 3 games.
  • Matthew Rhoades has 16 home runs this season, ranking second nationally.
State of Play
  • Butler is seeking to build momentum after winning a series against Milwaukee.
  • Villanova holds a record of 10-14, struggling after their recent loss.
What's Next

Following the series against Villanova, Butler will host Southern Indiana on April 7, looking to improve their home record and capitalize on their current form.

Bottom Line

Butler needs to leverage their recent successes against a struggling Villanova team to gain traction in the BIG EAST standings. A strong performance in this series could set the tone for the remainder of the season.