Kennesaw State baseball (15-17, 6-9 CUSA) hosts in-state rival Mercer (25-11, 4-5 SoCon) on April 14 at 6 p.m. at Mickey Dunn Stadium. This matchup marks their second clash of the season, with Mercer previously defeating KSU 14-4. The Owls are looking for their first home win against Mercer since May 2019. KSU's roster features notable performers, including Caleb Hughes and Nate Helman as the projected starters.

By the Numbers
  • Kennesaw State's late-inning offense has contributed to scoring 73 of 180 total runs in the seventh, eighth, and ninth innings.
  • The Owls have turned 31 double plays this season, ranking 24th nationally and second in CUSA.
State of Play
  • KSU's schedule includes nine games against ranked opponents, contributing to their status as a well-tested team.
  • Nate Helman has recorded five consecutive scoreless outings, emerging as a key pitcher for the team.
What's Next

The Owls aim to break their home losing streak against Mercer and continue their four-game homestand, eyeing improvements against upcoming opponents to enhance their CUSA standings.

Bottom Line

Kennesaw State's performance this season shows notable offensive improvements and strong pitching, but breaking their home win drought against Mercer will be critical for bolstering team confidence and momentum moving forward.