K-State travels to Provo, Utah, for a non-conference midweek matchup against BYU on Tuesday, with first pitch set for 4 p.m. CT at Miller Park.
The game will be streamed on ESPN+ and the ESPN app, while fans can also listen to free live audio via KStateSports.com/watch and the K-State Sports app.
Supporters can stay updated on K-State Baseball through the official website and the team’s social media platforms on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Game Details
K-State (18-10, 4-5 Big 12) vs. BYU (13-13, 4-5 Big 12)
Tuesday, March 31 | 4 p.m. CT
Miller Park | Provo, Utah
Projected starters: Robert Fortenberry (LHP, 1-0, 13.03 ERA) vs. Brayden Marx (RHP, 0-0, 6.94 ERA)
K-State Overview
The Wildcats enter the game after a challenging 1-3 week, including a series loss at Utah. Despite scoring seven runs in the first inning of Sunday’s game, K-State fell 16-14. The team has been strong offensively, recording double-digit hits in 16 games this season and currently riding a six-game streak with at least 10 hits.
Over the last six games, K-State has totaled 81 hits and 66 runs. Dee Kennedy led the team in the Utah series with a .571 average, while Bear Madliak contributed three home runs and seven RBIs. James Guyette also stood out by recording the team’s first 10-strikeout performance of the season.
Fortenberry will make his first start of the year after tallying eight strikeouts across 9 2/3 innings.
BYU Overview
BYU comes into the matchup after a 3-1 week, highlighted by a win over Utah and a Big 12 series victory against Oklahoma State. The Cougars feature a solid offense, batting .284 with 44 home runs this season.
Ezra McNaughton leads the team with a .386 batting average, eight home runs, and 31 RBIs. On the mound, BYU holds a 6.43 ERA, with opponents hitting .281 against them.
Brayden Marx is expected to start, bringing a 6.94 ERA with 10 strikeouts in 11 2/3 innings.
Series History
This will be the 16th meeting between K-State and BYU, and their first non-conference matchup since 2010. K-State leads the all-time series 9-6, though BYU has a 5-1 advantage in games played in Provo. Six of the previous 15 matchups have been decided by three runs or fewer.
Offensive Strength
K-State ranks among the nation’s top offensive teams, leading the country in doubles (77) and ranking highly in slugging percentage, runs scored, and batting average. Eight starters are hitting above .300 this season.
Key Player Spotlight
Dee Kennedy leads the nation in runs scored with 44 and averages 1.57 runs per game. He also ranks among the top players nationally in slugging percentage and total bases.
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