Wheeling, W. Va. – The Wheeling University Baseball team (17-6, 6-2) returns home this weekend for a pair of doubleheaders as they wrap up Mountain East Conference (MEC) South crossover play. Rain forced the postponement of Saturday’s games, but the Cardinals will now face Glenville State on Sunday at 1 PM, followed by a Monday matchup against Concord, also at 1 PM, at EQT Park.
Wheeling is looking to capitalize on the momentum from a successful road trip that saw them sweep both West Virginia Wesleyan and Davis & Elkins. This four-game winning streak marks the Cardinals’ first sweep in three seasons and positions them well in the conference and regional standings as the season progresses.
The Cardinals’ offense was a key factor in their recent success. In a closely contested first game against West Virginia Wesleyan, Wheeling rallied with four runs in the seventh inning to secure a 7-3 victory. They followed that with an 8-4 win, carrying that energy into their series against Davis & Elkins. There, the Cardinals quickly established control, scoring nine runs in the first three innings of a 12-3 win, and closing out the weekend with a 7-2 victory.
Millians and Khan Earn MEC Weekly Honors
Gavin Millians was named the MEC Hitter of the Week after a dominant performance on the road. Millians went 6-for-12 (.500) with 11 RBIs and a run scored over the four games, driving in at least two runs in each contest. His standout performance came against West Virginia Wesleyan, where he finished 2-for-4 with four RBIs, including a crucial run-scoring hit in the seventh-inning rally. Millians currently boasts a .350 batting average through 60 at-bats and leads the team with 23 RBIs through 19 games, according to his player profile on the Wheeling University Athletics website.
On the pitching side, Sebastian Khan earned the MEC Pitcher of the Week award for his complete-game performance against West Virginia Wesleyan. Khan threw 7.0 innings, allowing three runs (one earned) on five hits, while striking out nine and walking just one batter. This marked his second complete game of the season and tied his career-high for strikeouts. Khan currently leads the MEC with a 1.93 ERA and 46 strikeouts. Brock Elliott also contributed a strong outing in game two against Davis & Elkins, allowing his first earned run of the year in 6.0 innings of perform, maintaining a 1.28 ERA through nine appearances, three as a starter.
Cardinals Ranked in Regional Poll
The Cardinals have earned a spot in the NCBWA Atlantic Regional Rankings, claiming the #10 position. This marks their first appearance in the rankings since the 2024 season, and comes after receiving votes in three of the previous four weeks. Frostburg State, also a MEC team, earned the #6 seed in the regional field. Wheeling currently shares the best overall record in the conference with Frostburg State at 17-6, and holds the second-best conference record at 6-2. The team aims to continue its climb as they appear ahead to the 2026 MEC Baseball Tournament in May.
Looking Ahead: Matchups with Glenville State and Concord
Wheeling holds a 18-14 advantage in the all-time series against Glenville State, but is looking to avenge a doubleheader sweep from last season. Their last meeting was on March 30, 2025, with Glenville State winning by scores of 3-2 and 7-2. Former Cardinal Jaden Wilcox pitched 6.0 innings in the first game, allowing three runs on six hits while striking out nine.
Against Concord, the Mountain Lions lead the series 27-10. Wheeling has historically fared better at home in this matchup, holding a 5-9 record compared to a 4-14 record on the road. Concord also swept the season series in 2025, winning by scores of 9-5 and 9-2. Former Cardinal Christian Boyles went 2-for-3 with an RBI in the first game, while Jack Selmon finished 1-for-2 with a pair of RBIs in the second.
First pitch for Sunday’s opener against Glenville State is scheduled for 1 PM at EQT Park in Washington, Pennsylvania. Fans can watch the game live by clicking here or follow live stats here.
The Cardinals will look to continue their strong play as they navigate the final stretch of MEC South crossover competition. The outcomes of these games will be crucial as they strive to secure a favorable position in the conference tournament and build a strong resume for potential postseason play.
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