UConn vs. Villanova: Baseball Weekend Series Preview at Capital One Ballpark
Preview of the upcoming series between UConn baseball and Villanova, with key details on schedule, location, and projected starters.
By the Numbers- UConn is 43-26 all-time against Villanova since 1947.
- Villanova has a team slash line of .246/.368/.386.
- Jake Francis has a 3-3 record with a 3.38 ERA for Villanova.
- The Wildcats have a 1.63 WHIP as a team, ranking 160 out of 305 Division I teams.
Villanova has shown improvement this season, despite historical struggles, and could pose a challenge for UConn.
State of Play- Villanova has a chance to make the Big East Tournament for the first time since 2008.
- The Wildcats have had 11 finishes outside the top 200 in RPI since 2013.
UConn will aim to capitalize on Villanova's weaknesses in offense and pitching to secure victories in the upcoming series.
Bottom LineDespite Villanova's progress, UConn stands as the favored team with opportunities to exploit their opponent's vulnerabilities for a successful series outcome.
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