WEB: Auburn baseball reaches College World Series
The Auburn Tigers are headed to the College World Series for the first time since 2019 after a three-game super regional upset over the No. 1 overall seed Stanford Cardinal. The Tigers won the series 2-1, with the deciding game being a 6-5 victory in 11 innings.
Auburn starting pitcher Trace Bright set an Auburn College World Series record with eight strikeouts. Bright also allowed just one earned run on six hits in 5.2 innings of work.
The Tigers' offense was led by third baseman Conor Davis, who went 3-for-5 with two RBIs and a run scored. Designated hitter Jake Wyandt also had a big game, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored.
Auburn's victory is a major upset, as the Tigers were picked to finish seventh in the SEC West this season. However, the Tigers have proven that they are a team to be reckoned with, and they will be looking to make a deep run in the College World Series.
Conclusion
The Auburn Tigers' victory over Stanford is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. The Tigers have overcome adversity all season long, and they are now one of the eight teams left standing in the College World Series. Auburn will be looking to make a deep run in Omaha, and they have the talent and determination to do it.
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