Omaha Baseball (10-15) is set to host Oral Roberts (18-12) for a three-game Summit League series at Tal Anderson Field, starting on Friday at 6 p.m. CT. The Mavericks, currently in second place in the league, are looking to build on their recent successes after winning two of three games against St. Thomas. Notably, Henry Zipay and Jackson Trout have been key contributors, with Trout leading the league in batting average and OPS. This weekend's matchups will also be streamed live on the Summit League Network.

By the Numbers
  • Omaha's recent series included a 12-2 win and an 11-7 victory against St. Thomas.
  • Jackson Trout is hitting .390 with a team-best 39 hits and 12 doubles.
  • Sam Beck, named Peak Pitcher of the Week, allowed just one run on three hits in five innings during his last outing.
Yes, But

Although Omaha is riding momentum, they face a strong Oral Roberts team that has shown consistent performance this season, complicating the competition as both teams vie for league positioning.

State of Play
  • Omaha sits in second place in the Summit League, trailing Oral Roberts.
  • This series marks a critical point in the season for the Mavericks, as they prepare for upcoming non-conference games.
What's Next

After the series against Oral Roberts, Omaha will face K-State for a non-conference match before resuming Summit League play against North Dakota State from April 17-19.

Bottom Line

The upcoming series against Oral Roberts is pivotal for Omaha's positioning in the Summit League, potentially impacting their momentum as they move forward in the season.