UAB Baseball secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Wichita State in the first game of their series. The Blazers improved their record to 23-11 (8-2 in conference), marking their eighth consecutive home and conference win. After falling behind early, UAB rallied with a three-run response in the second inning, taking the lead and holding on through a tight late game. Brendan Conner's stellar four-inning relief performance, allowing only two hits, anchored the win for UAB.

By the Numbers
  • UAB has won eight straight home games, tied for the seventh longest active streak in D1 Baseball.
  • Brendan Conner's fourth win of the season came after allowing no runs in four innings while facing just 14 batters.
  • Baylor Roberts recorded his fourth multi-RBI game of the year and his eighth multi-hit game.
State of Play
  • UAB remains in strong form, leading their conference and showcasing consistent performance with eight consecutive wins.
  • The team is building momentum heading into the second game of the series against Wichita State, scheduled for Saturday.
What's Next

The Blazers will aim to extend their winning streak further when they face Wichita State again on Saturday. First pitch is set for 2 p.m., and a victory could solidify their position at the top of the conference standings.

Bottom Line

UAB's current winning streak and solid performance from players like Conner and Roberts underscore the team's potential to dominate this series and their conference. Leveraging this momentum will be critical as they seek a strong finish to the season.