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Kentucky baseball seeks to overcome West Virginia in NCAA Regionals matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:50 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Kentucky baseball seeks to overcome West Virginia in NCAA Regionals matchup
Summary

Kentucky Wildcats baseball faces the West Virginia Mountaineers on Monday night in an NCAA Tournament elimination game. The Wildcats, who led 9-6 entering the ninth inning, collapsed and lost 11-9 in their previous contest. This marks the third and final matchup against West Virginia, with advancement to the Super Regionals at stake. Kentucky ace Jaxon Jelkin is expected to pitch, aiming to stabilize the bullpen which has struggled throughout the season. The game is scheduled for 6:00 P.M. ET.

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  • •Kentucky led 9-6 heading into the ninth inning in the last game against West Virginia.
  • •The Wildcats lost 11-9 after surrendering five runs in the ninth.
  • •This is the third matchup between Kentucky and West Virginia in the NCAA Regionals.
  • •Jaxon Jelkin, with an 8-3 record this season, is likely the starting pitcher.
  • •The game will take place at 6:00 P.M. ET on Monday.
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The 2025 Kentucky baseball season ended in disappointing fashion, and this year's team is trying to avoid history repeating itself on Monday.

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