Kansas Routs Missouri in Buck O'Neil Classic

Jayhawks continue offensive surge with 10-0 win in 7 innings

Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:50am

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The Kansas Jayhawks picked up their second consecutive run-rule victory, beating the Missouri Tigers 10-0 in 7 innings in the annual Buck O'Neil Classic at Hoglund Ballpark. Kansas jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning and poured on 5 more runs in the third to take control of the game.

Why it matters

This victory continues Kansas' strong offensive momentum after scoring 27 runs over its last two games. The Buck O'Neil Classic also celebrates the legacy of the legendary Negro Leagues player and manager, with the Jayhawks wearing throwback uniforms inspired by the Kansas City Monarchs.

The details

Dariel Osoria hit a 3-run homer in the first inning to get the Jayhawks on the board early. Kansas then scored 5 runs in the third inning, all with two outs, to extend its lead. Kannon Carr pitched 4 scoreless innings to earn the win, with the Jayhawks bullpen shutting down the Tigers offense the rest of the way. Kansas added single runs in the sixth and seventh innings to secure the run-rule victory.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 19, 2026.

The players

Dariel Osoria

A Kansas player who hit a 3-run homer in the first inning to give the Jayhawks an early lead.

Kannon Carr

The Kansas pitcher who started the game and tossed 4 scoreless innings to earn the win.

Dan Fitzgerald

The Kansas head coach who continued the tradition of the Buck O'Neil Classic, honoring the legendary Negro Leagues figure.

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What they’re saying

“I was just trying to put the ball in play, just try to get some guys to go in. Just trying to go out there and help the team as much as possible.”

— Dariel Osoria

“With two outs, I thought our guys did a great job of taking care of business with runners in scoring position, and just grinding through those at-bats.”

— Dan Fitzgerald, Kansas Head Coach

“I did not know Buck O'Neil, but I feel like I did because who he was, and his impact on baseball is so alive in that building. It's an incredible honor. It's something that Coach Price started, and so when we got here, it was something I was super honored to continue. And it's something we'll do every year with our team.”

— Dan Fitzgerald, Kansas Head Coach

What’s next

Kansas will look to continue its offensive surge when it hosts Texas for a 3-game series starting on Friday.

The takeaway

Kansas' dominant performance in the Buck O'Neil Classic showcases the team's offensive firepower and commitment to honoring the legacy of the legendary Negro Leagues figure. The Jayhawks' continued success this season could make them a force to be reckoned with in the Big 12 Conference.