Oregon State Freshman Shines in College World Series

Zach Edwards steps up in clutch moment to keep Beavers' season alive

Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:47am

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In a high-pressure situation at the Men's College World Series, Oregon State turned to then-freshman Zach Edwards to get out of a bases-loaded, no-out jam. While Edwards ultimately surrendered the walk-off sacrifice fly, his performance in the clutch moment impressed many.

Why it matters

Edwards' poise and resilience in a high-stakes College World Series game at such a young age showcased his potential and bodes well for Oregon State's future. The Beavers' ability to rely on young talent like Edwards in critical moments demonstrates the strength of their program.

The details

With Oregon State's season on the line, the team called on freshman Zach Edwards to get them out of a bases-loaded, no-out situation in a College World Series matchup. Edwards was able to record one strikeout before giving up the game-ending sacrifice fly, but his composure in the clutch moment impressed many.

  • The incident occurred during the 2026 Men's College World Series.

The players

Zach Edwards

A freshman pitcher for the Oregon State Beavers baseball team.

Oregon State Beavers

The college baseball team from Oregon State University that competed in the 2026 Men's College World Series.

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What they’re saying

“It was an opportunity for me to be there and there's no reason to hang my head,”

— Zach Edwards, Freshman Pitcher

The takeaway

Edwards' performance in a high-pressure College World Series moment at such a young age showcases his potential and the strength of the Oregon State baseball program, which was able to rely on its talented freshman to keep the team's season alive.