Kansas baseball opened Big 12 Conference play with a dominant 9-1 win against Baylor, with starter Dominic Voegele pitching seven strong innings and Ian Francis contributing on both offense and defense. Voegele struck out six batters and threw 106 pitches while hitting 95 mph on his fastball. Francis went 2-for-2 with a two-run home run. The Jayhawks drew seven walks and had a disciplined approach at the plate.
The Bears struggled with their pitching, only getting four innings from their starter. Kansas took advantage, scoring three runs in the second inning and adding on runs in the fourth, fifth, and eighth innings. Voegele’s impressive start was supported by the offense, with Brady Ballinger, Michael Brooks, and Sawyer Smith all contributing to the scoring. Thaniel Trumper closed out the game with a strong multi-inning performance.
Head coach Dan Fitzgerald praised the team’s performance and Voegele’s effectiveness on the mound. The Jayhawks will look to continue their success in the remaining games of the series against Baylor. The team exhibited patience and discipline at the plate, crucial in the challenging playing conditions with high winds and dust. Overall, it was a strong start to conference play for Kansas baseball.
The team will face another tough lefty in the upcoming game but remains confident after their solid performance in the opener. With a mix of solid pitching, hitting, and defensive plays, the Jayhawks are poised to continue their winning ways in the Big 12 Conference.
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