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UNLV Baseball Heads to Minnesota for Cambria College Classic
The Rebels will face three opponents at U.S. Bank Stadium over the weekend.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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The UNLV baseball team is set to compete in the Cambria College Classic this weekend, facing three opponents at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Rebels will begin play against the host Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, followed by Southern Illinois on Saturday and Northwestern on Sunday.
Why it matters
This tournament provides an opportunity for UNLV to test itself against a diverse range of opponents as the team looks to build momentum heading into the 2026 Mountain West conference season. The Rebels are looking to build on their success from the 2025 campaign, where they reached the conference championship for the first time since 2022.
The details
UNLV's roster features 27 newcomers, including 26 transfers and one true freshman. Despite two transfers being sidelined due to injury, seventeen newcomers have already made their Rebel debuts. Marcos Rosales currently boasts a 12-game hitting streak, and Drew Barragan has tallied a hit in 12 of his 13 games played.
- The Rebels will begin play against the host Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, March 6 at 5 p.m. PT.
- UNLV will face Southern Illinois on Saturday, March 7 at 9 a.m. PT.
- The Rebels will conclude the tournament against Northwestern on Sunday, March 8 at 12 p.m. PT.
The players
Carson Lane
Junior pitcher who was named to the Mountain West's Preseason All-Conference Team, having previously earned All-MW First Team honors last season.
Marcos Rosales
UNLV player who currently boasts a 12-game hitting streak.
Drew Barragan
UNLV player who has tallied a hit in 12 of his 13 games played.
The takeaway
As UNLV looks to build on its 2025 success, the Cambria College Classic will provide an early test against a diverse range of opponents. The Rebels' ability to integrate their large group of newcomers and capitalize on the strong early performances of several players will be crucial factors in determining their success this weekend and throughout the 2026 season.
