The Northern State Wolves baseball team is set to compete against the Minot State Beavers on April 22, followed by hosting the #25 Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks on April 25-26. Northern is coming off a tough series sweep by Concordia-St. Paul, currently holding a 11-21 record. The Wolves have struggled this season with a batting average of .268 and an ERA of 7.07. Meanwhile, Minot State is on the rise with a recent four-game winning streak, while the Mavericks sit at the top of the NSIC with a formidable record.

By the Numbers
  • Wolves batting average: .268; opponents鈥� average: .333
  • Mavericks scoring: 250 runs, allowing only 92
  • Wolves ERA: 7.07, Mavericks ERA: 3.37
State of Play
  • Northern State is currently ranked No. 12 in the NSIC.
  • Minot State is just ahead at No. 11 with a recent sweep.
  • Mavericks lead the NSIC with a 23-4 conference record.
What's Next

Northern will look to bounce back against Minot State, aiming to improve their standing before facing the highly ranked Mavericks, which will be crucial for their playoff prospects.

Bottom Line

The upcoming games are pivotal for the Wolves as they strive to shift their momentum and performance against both Minot State and the Mavericks, significantly impacting their standing in the NSIC.