The Maryland Terrapins baseball team (23-26, 6-18) is set for their final away series of the season against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (22-26, 9-15) from May 8-10, 2026. The teams will meet for the 40th time, with Maryland leading the series 24-14-1. Following a dominant 23-11 victory against Towson, where the Terps achieved several season highs including the most runs and walks in a game, they look to carry that momentum into this crucial series. Freshman Ryan Costello leads the nation with four grand slams, contributing significantly to this successful season.

By the Numbers
  • Maryland scored a season-high 23 runs against Towson, marking their most runs in a single game this year.
  • Ryan Costello has 58 RBIs, leading the Big Ten and ranks first among freshmen in home runs with 15.
State of Play
  • Brayden Martin has reached base in 48 of 49 games this season, leading the Big Ten with 47 walks.
  • David Mendez boasts a .376 batting average in conference play, leading the team in total bases with 101.
What's Next

The Terps aim to build on their recent successes in the series against Rutgers, with hopes of improving their position before the Big Ten championships. Key performances from freshmen players could significantly impact the outcomes.

Bottom Line

Maryland's emerging talent, particularly among freshmen, combined with their recent offensive explosion, places them in a strong position to challenge Rutgers and finish the season on a high note.