The Oregon State Beavers and the Cal Bears are set to go head-to-head in a highly anticipated three-game series opener on Friday night at Goss Stadium in Corvallis.
Both teams have high expectations for this season and will be looking to start the series off with a win. The Beavers come into the game ranked 14th nationally with a record of 11-5, while the Bears are unranked but boast an impressive record of 10-3.
The Beavers have been led by their pitching staff so far this season, with ace Kevin Abel posting an impressive 1.47 ERA through four starts. Offensively, second baseman Andy Armstrong has been a standout performer for Oregon State with a team-leading .362 batting average.
On the other hand, Cal's offense has been firing on all cylinders this year with six players hitting over .300. The Bears' pitching staff has also performed well under pressure, allowing only eight home runs so far this season.
Fans can expect an exciting matchup as both teams look to gain momentum early in this Pac-12 baseball series.
Live Updates
For live updates throughout the game, follow @pac12networks on Twitter or check out ESPN's Gamecast feature online.
How to Watch
The game will be broadcast live on Pac-12 Network at 7:00 PM PST. Fans can also stream the game online using either Pac-12 Network or ESPN+ subscription services.
With both teams eager for victory and plenty of talent on display from each side, spectators should prepare themselves for what promises to be an action-packed evening at Goss Stadium in Corvallis.