Kansas State and Oklahoma State kick off Big 12 baseball series

Kansas State and Oklahoma State kick off Big 12 baseball series

Baseball fans are gearing up for an exciting showdown this weekend as the Kansas State Wildcats host the Oklahoma State Cowboys.

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Starting Friday, April 10, 2026, Tointon Family Stadium in Manhattan will be the site of a high-stakes three-game Big 12 series.

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The Cowboys arrive with impressive power, ranking 6th nationally in home runs led by slugger Kollin Ritchie.

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A major focal point will be Friday’s opening game, where K-State’s star pitcher Ethan Lund—who leads the Big 12 with 74 strikeouts—faces off against the powerful Oklahoma State lineup.

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Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ as these rivals battle to improve their positioning in the conference.

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As they meet in a historic series dating back to 1911, both teams look to make a statement heading into the second half of the conference season.

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Where is the three-game baseball series taking place?

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Tointon Family Stadium

Which player for Kansas State leads the Big 12 in strikeouts?

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Ethan Lund

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On ESPN+

What is a major strength of the Oklahoma State team this season?

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Power hitting and home runs

What is the historical significance of this series matchup?

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The teams have a history dating back to 1911.

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