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Oregon State Pitcher Ties Strikeout Record With 17 vs Baylor
Dax Whitney joins elite company in Oregon State history with dominant performance.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Oregon State right-handed pitcher Dax Whitney struck out 17 batters in a 3-1 win over Baylor on Friday, tying the school's single-game strikeout record. The sophomore sensation allowed just one hit and one walk over 8 innings, showcasing his overpowering stuff against the Bears.
Why it matters
Whitney's record-tying performance cements his status as one of the top young pitchers in college baseball. The Beavers are hoping his dominance on the mound can lead them to another deep postseason run in 2026 after making the College World Series last year.
The details
Whitney threw 96 pitches, 66 of them for strikes, in the victory. He became just the third Oregon State pitcher to record 17 strikeouts in a game, joining Cooper Hjerpe (2022) and Mason Smith (1994). The Beavers broke a 1-1 tie in the 9th inning with a two-run double to secure the win.
- The game took place on Friday, February 21, 2026.
- Whitney's 17 strikeouts tied the Oregon State single-game record.
The players
Dax Whitney
A sophomore right-handed pitcher for Oregon State, Whitney is emerging as one of the top young arms in college baseball after a standout freshman campaign.
Cooper Hjerpe
A former Oregon State pitcher who previously held the school's single-game strikeout record with 17 in 2022.
Mason Smith
A former Oregon State pitcher who also recorded 17 strikeouts in a game, matching the school record in 1994.
What’s next
Oregon State will continue play at the Round Rock Classic on Saturday, facing off against Southern Miss at 3 p.m. PT. The game will be televised on D1Baseball.com.
The takeaway
Dax Whitney's dominant 17-strikeout performance cements his status as one of the top young pitchers in college baseball. His ability to overpower hitters will be crucial as Oregon State aims to make another deep postseason run in 2026.
