The Miami Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Panthers baseball teams are scheduled to face off in a doubleheader this Friday at Charles L. Cost Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This adjustment to the series schedule was made in anticipation of inclement weather expected over the weekend. The first game is set to begin at 1 p.m., with the second game starting approximately 45 minutes after the conclusion of the first. Both games will be broadcast live on ACC Network Extra.
The Hurricanes enter the series with a 15-15 overall record and a 2-7 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) play. They are looking to rebound after a challenging stretch, including a recent 10-2 loss to Florida International University. The Panthers hold a 16-12 overall record and are 3-6 in the ACC, currently on a three-game losing streak.
In the first game of the doubleheader, Miami’s right-hander Griffin Hugus is expected to take the mound. Hugus has been a reliable starter for the Hurricanes, demonstrating resilience and skill in previous outings. Pittsburgh is projected to start Patrick Gardner, who has shown effectiveness on the mound this season.
Offensively, the Hurricanes will look to catcher Tanner Smith to provide a spark. Smith has shown power at the plate, notably hitting a grand slam in a recent game. For the Panthers, first baseman Luke Cantwell has been a consistent performer, boasting a .406 batting average and ranking eighth nationally in doubles.
The series holds significance for both teams as they aim to improve their standings within the ACC. Miami seeks its first conference series win of the season, while Pittsburgh aims to capitalize on home-field advantage to break their current losing.
Fans can follow the action live on ACC Network Extra and stay updated through the teams’ official social media channels. The outcome of this doubleheader could play a pivotal role in shaping the remainder of the season for both programs.