Northwestern Wildcats wrap up their regular season with a three-game series against Rutgers at Miller Park. Games are slated for Thursday and Friday at 3 p.m. CT, and Saturday at 1 p.m. CT, all streamed on B1G+. The Wildcats are on a seven-game winning streak at home and stand 20-28-1 overall, with 7-20 in the Big Ten. Key players to watch include pitchers Matt Kouser and Ryan Weaver, as well as infielder Owen McElfatrick, who is close to breaking program home run records.

By the Numbers
  • Northwestern leads the series against Rutgers 10-8.
  • NU has 66 home runs this season, tied for the second most in program history.
  • Jack Lausch leads the team with a .310 batting average and 14 home runs.
  • Matt Kouser has a 4.34 ERA over his last five starts.
Yes, But

While Northwestern is performing well at home, their overall record suggests inconsistency, with only 7 wins in conference play. Rutgers, with a better conference standing, poses a threat to Northwestern’s momentum. Factors such as starting pitcher performance will be crucial in determining the outcome of the series.

State of Play
  • NU has won seven consecutive home games and is scoring over 10 runs per game during this streak.
  • Matt Kouser has delivered four quality starts out of his last five appearances.
What's Next

Depending on the outcome of their series against Rutgers, Northwestern's postseason chances may hinge on strong performances from key players. The Wildcats will look to leverage their home-field advantage to finish the season positively and potentially secure a better conference ranking.

Bottom Line

Northwestern has the potential to finish the season on a high note, but consistency and performance against Rutgers will be critical. Key players must deliver, and a win could set a positive tone heading into future seasons.