The No. 12 West Virginia Mountaineers (39-7) are heading to Pittsburgh to take on the Pitt Panthers (24-21) in a much-anticipated rivalry showdown. This will be the second game of the season series and the 212th all-time meeting between the two historic programs.
Game Details
- Date: Tuesday, May 6
- Time: 6:00 p.m. EST
- Location: Charles L. Cost Field, Pittsburgh, PA
- Seating Capacity: 900
How to Watch & Listen
- Streaming: ESPN+
- Radio Broadcast: Mountaineer Sports Network from Learfield IMG College
- Play-by-Play: Andrew Caridi
- Analyst: Jake Weghorst
This in-state rivalry remains one of the most exciting matchups in college baseball, and fans will have plenty of ways to tune in.
Series History
West Virginia holds a commanding lead in the all-time series, with a record of 121-90 over the Panthers. The last time these two teams met was on April 2, 2024, in Morgantown, where the Mountaineers dominated with an 11-1 victory.
Mountaineers Making History in 2025
The 2025 season has been nothing short of historic for the West Virginia baseball program. With a 39-7 record heading into Tuesday’s game, the Mountaineers sit at the top of the Big 12 Conference with an 18-4 mark, leading second-place Arizona State by three games with just six conference games remaining.
West Virginia’s hot start to the season included 30 wins in their first 34 games—an achievement that stands as the second-fastest in program history, only behind the legendary 1963 squad that began the year 30-2. The team also rattled off 13 consecutive wins to open the season, the fourth-best start in WVU baseball history.
Leadership and Expectations
First-year head coach Steve Sabins is off to an impressive start in Morgantown. After spending nine years on the Mountaineers’ coaching staff—including the past three as associate head coach—Sabins has transitioned seamlessly into his new role. His leadership has fueled West Virginia’s continued rise on the national stage.
The Big 12 coaches took notice before the season even began, voting West Virginia fourth in the preseason conference poll. That marked the highest preseason ranking for the program since joining the Big 12.
Facilities and Future
WVU’s state-of-the-art Wagener Field at Kendrick Family Ballpark continues to be a fortress for the Mountaineers. Named after program legends and generous donors Rick Wagener and Ken Kendrick, the ballpark has seen eight straight winning home seasons. In 2024, WVU posted an impressive 17-6 record in home games.
A Season to Remember
The 2024 season was a landmark campaign for West Virginia, as the Mountaineers advanced to the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time in program history. After sweeping the Tucson Regional as a No. 3 seed, the Mountaineers fell just short of a College World Series appearance, losing two tightly contested games to North Carolina.
This year, the team appears even stronger, combining veteran leadership, pitching depth, and timely hitting. The remaining stretch of the season will be crucial as West Virginia eyes another deep postseason run.
For fans of both programs, Tuesday night’s game promises to deliver high drama and intense baseball. Whether you’re tuning in on ESPN+ or catching the broadcast via the Mountaineer Sports Network, this latest edition of the Backyard Brawl is must-watch baseball.
Will West Virginia continue its dominance, or can Pitt play spoiler at home? All eyes will be on Charles L. Cost Field at 6 p.m. Tuesday.
