This weekend, the No. 1 Texas Longhorns host the No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies in a highly anticipated SEC baseball series at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. The three-game set, running April 25–27, marks the first SEC meeting between these historic rivals and carries significant postseason implications.​
Game Schedule & TV Info:
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Friday, April 25 – 7:00 p.m. CT on SEC Network
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Saturday, April 26 – 3:00 p.m. CT on ESPN2
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Sunday, April 27 – 3:00 p.m. CT on ESPN2
Texas Longhorns (30–5, 13–2 SEC): Under first-year head coach Jim Schlossnagle, the Longhorns have surged to the top of the national rankings. Their offense is disciplined, averaging 4.08 pitches per plate appearance—second-best nationally. Despite injuries to key players like Max Belyeu, Texas maintains a deep lineup featuring standout hitters such as Will Gasparino and Jalin Flores. The pitching staff, bolstered by a mix of experienced arms and talented newcomers, has been effective in limiting opponents’ scoring opportunities. ​Â
Texas A&M Aggies (28–7, 12–3 SEC): The Aggies, led by new head coach Michael Earley, are building upon last season’s runner-up finish in the national championship. Their offense is powered by Golden Spikes Award candidates Jace LaViolette and Gavin Grahovac, while pitcher Ryan Prager anchors a formidable rotation. Texas A&M’s lineup is known for its power and depth, making them a constant threat at the plate. ​
Series Outlook: This series is pivotal for SEC standings and national seeding. Texas aims to defend its home turf and maintain its top ranking, while Texas A&M seeks to assert dominance and climb the standings. Key matchups include Texas’s disciplined hitters against Texas A&M’s power pitchers. Fans can expect a competitive series with significant postseason implications.​
All games will be broadcast nationally, with Friday’s opener on SEC Network and the weekend games on ESPN2.
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