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Sun Devils Dominate Omaha Mavericks 7-2 in Season Opener
14 Feb
Summary
- Arizona State defeated Omaha 7-2 in their 2026 season opener.
- Pitchers Cole Carlon and Alex Overbay delivered strong performances.
- Key hitters Nu'u Contrades, Garrett Michel, and PJ Moutzouridis led offense.
The Arizona State Sun Devils launched their 2026 baseball season with a commanding 7-2 triumph against the Omaha Mavericks on Friday night. This opening win, held at Phoenix Municipal Stadium, sets a positive tone for Head Coach Willie Bloomquist's fifth year and the team's aspirations for the College World Series.
Early scoring in the second inning, driven by Nu'u Contrades' aggressive baserunning, put ASU ahead. The lead was solidified in the fifth and eighth innings through timely hitting from Garrett Michel, PJ Moutzouridis, and Brody Brigs, with Contrades consistently finding ways to get on base.
Pitcher Cole Carlon showcased his transition to a starting role, allowing only two hits and striking out three batters over five innings. Relief pitcher Alex Overbay, a key transfer addition, also performed admirably, limiting Omaha to a single run across three innings.
Nu'u Contrades, Garrett Michel, and PJ Moutzouridis were standout offensive performers, collectively contributing to over half of Arizona State's 11 hits. The Sun Devils are set to continue their opening series with two more games against Omaha before hosting UConn on Tuesday.
