Oregon Baseball Continues Dominant Start

Ducks sweep series against Youngstown State, outscoring opponents 88-19 so far this season.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 12:21am

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Through the first eight games of the season, the Oregon baseball team has delivered two series sweeps, most recently against Youngstown State, winning 15-6. The Ducks have outscored opponents 88-19 and hit 13 home runs at PK Park, led by senior Drew Smith's three home runs and 18 RBIs.

Why it matters

Oregon's hot start to the season has put them in a strong position heading into the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic in Las Vegas, where they will face tougher competition. The team's dominant offensive and defensive performances so far have set them up for potential success in the tournament and the rest of the season.

The details

In the series sweep over Youngstown State, the Oregon defense recorded two shutout wins. Senior Drew Smith has led the team's offensive charge, hitting three home runs and driving in a team-high 18 RBIs through the first eight games.

  • Oregon has outscored opponents 88-19 through the first eight games of the season.
  • The Ducks secured a four-game series sweep over Youngstown State, winning 15-6 on Sunday.
  • Oregon will travel to Las Vegas for the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic starting on Friday.

The players

Drew Smith

A senior on the Oregon baseball team who has led the way offensively with three home runs and a team-high 18 RBIs through the first eight games.

Oregon Baseball

The Oregon baseball team has delivered two series sweeps to start the season, outscoring opponents 88-19 and hitting 13 home runs at PK Park.

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What’s next

Oregon will open the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic in Las Vegas on Friday against Arizona.

The takeaway

Oregon's dominant start to the season, led by senior Drew Smith's offensive production and the team's strong defense, has set them up for potential success in the upcoming Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic tournament and the rest of the season.