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Kentucky baseball is set to kick off its SEC opening weekend with a massive series against the third-ranked Georgia Bulldogs in Athens. The Wildcats, ranked #23, will be looking to start conference play strong against one of the nation’s best teams. Adding even more intrigue to the series, former Kentucky standout Nolan McCarthy, who played a key role in helping the Wildcats reach Omaha last season, is now suiting up for Georgia.
Kentucky vs. Georgia Series Schedule (All Times ET)
- Friday, March 14 – 6:00 PM
- Saturday, March 15 – 2:00 PM
- Sunday, March 16 – 1:00 PM
All three games of the series will be broadcast on SEC Network+. Fans can catch the action on mobile devices, smart TVs, and computers using the ESPN app. To access the games, you will need to either log in with a TV provider subscription or purchase an ESPN+ subscription.
Team Stats Comparison
Kentucky Wildcats
- Batting Average: .295
- Home Runs: 16
- RBI: 122
- Stolen Bases: 46-54
- Fielding Percentage: .974
- Opponents’ Batting Average: .175
- Team ERA: Not provided, but evident that their pitching staff has been dominant.
Top Performers:
- Cole Hage: Batting .458, 4 HR, 12 RBI, .813 SLG%
- Tyler Bell: Batting .333, 3 HR, 17 RBI, .593 SLG%
- Shaun Montoya: Batting .321, 7 SB, .415 SLG%
- Devin Burkes: Batting .278, 1 HR, 9 RBI, .472 SLG%
- Batting Average: .315
- Home Runs: 46
- RBI: 172
- Stolen Bases: 30-34
- Fielding Percentage: Not provided, but pitching has been a strong suit.
Top Performers:
- Ryland Zaborowski: Batting .442, 10 HR, 36 RBI, 1.096 SLG%
- Robbie Burnett: Batting .362, 9 HR, 27 RBI, .914 SLG%
- Nolan McCarthy: Batting .333, 3 HR, 12 RBI, .547 SLG% (Former Kentucky Wildcat)
- Tre Phelps: Batting .329, 5 HR, 22 RBI, .592 SLG%
Key Matchup to Watch
The biggest storyline of the series is undoubtedly Nolan McCarthy’s reunion with his former team. McCarthy has been tearing it up for Georgia, batting .333 with three homers and 12 RBI. Kentucky’s pitching staff, which has held opponents to a .175 average, will have their hands full trying to slow down Georgia’s potent lineup.
What’s at Stake
This series marks Kentucky’s SEC opener, and a strong showing against one of the nation’s best teams could solidify their standing as a legitimate contender. For Georgia, it’s a chance to continue their dominant start and defend their home turf.
Can Kentucky’s pitching silence the explosive bats of Georgia? Tune in to find out!