The Pittsburg State University baseball team will host Missouri Southern State University on Tuesday, April 21, to conclude their three-game series. The Gorillas lead the series after a 12-6 win on March 25 but lost 14-12 on April 7. Currently, Pittsburg State is ranked No. 8 in the NCBWA NCAA Division II poll and No. 10 in the ABCA rankings, with a season record of 33-8 and 20-8 in MIAA play. They boast an impressive offensive performance, leading the conference in multiple categories. The game will start at 3 p.m. CDT and will be available on ESPN 100.7 FM and the KSHQ app.

By the Numbers
  • Pitt State has a batting average of .358, leading the MIAA.
  • Senior Dagen Brewer leads the MIAA with 20 home runs and 86 RBI, averaging 2.10 RBI per game.
State of Play
  • The Gorillas are on a two-game winning streak from non-conference games.
  • Missouri Southern is performing well, with a 20-3 record since March 13.
What's Next

Following this matchup, the Gorillas will look to maintain their momentum in the MIAA as they head into the latter part of the season, aiming for a strong position in the postseason playoffs.

Bottom Line

Pittsburg State's combination of strong individual performances and overall team statistics makes them a formidable opponent as they seek to overpower Missouri Southern and solidify their rankings in NCAA Division II baseball.