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Old Dominion Monarchs Battle Marshall Thundering Herd in Key Series

Exciting atmosphere at War Memorial Stadium as fans gather for the crucial baseball series.

News Summary

The Old Dominion Monarchs will face the Marshall Thundering Herd this weekend in a crucial Sun Belt baseball series. Matching up at War Memorial Stadium, the teams will compete in three games that could impact their standings in the conference. Old Dominion is coming off a series win against ULM, while Marshall is on a six-game winning streak. With ticket details and broadcast options available, fans are eager to catch the action as both teams strive for victory.

Hampton, Virginia – The Old Dominion Monarchs are set to take on the Marshall Thundering Herd in a pivotal Sun Belt baseball series this weekend, beginning with a game at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 2. The teams will continue their competition with games at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, and 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, all taking place at War Memorial Stadium. The matchups are critical for both teams as they navigate the Sun Belt standings.

Currently, Old Dominion boasts a record of 15 wins and 25 losses overall, with a conference record of 10-11. Meanwhile, Marshall holds a slightly stronger record at 24-22 overall and 9-12 in the Sun Belt Conference. The series carries implications for both teams’ abilities to move up in the conference standings as Old Dominion occupies a tie for seventh place, while Marshall is part of a three-way tie for ninth place.

All three games will be available for fans to watch live on ESPN+, featuring commentary by Ted Alexander. Additionally, Game 2 on Saturday will be accessible via Fox Sports Radio 1310 AM for fans who prefer to listen. Live statistics for all games will also be provided, allowing supporters to track real-time game progress.

For those looking to attend the games, tickets can be purchased through the Peninsula Pilots website. General admission tickets are priced at $10, grandstand seating costs $15, and field-level box seats are available for $20. Old Dominion students can get into games for free with a valid student ID.

The Monarchs come into this series on a high note, having recently secured a series win against ULM. In an exciting finale, ODU triumphed 9-6 in extra innings last weekend, indicating a potential turnaround for the team. Individual performances to watch include Zach Leite, who is currently batting .346, Scotty Young at .318, and Efrain Morales batting .308. Base running has also been a highlight for Old Dominion, as Kyle Edwards leads the team with 21 stolen bases on 22 attempts.

On the mound, Old Dominion’s pitching rotation will feature Ben Moore in the first game (2-4, 5.79 ERA), Dylan Brown in the second (2-2, 4.17 ERA), and Blake Morgan in the final game (3-3, 5.14 ERA). Notably, Morgan recently pitched the first complete game for Old Dominion since May 2018, showcasing the potential strength of the pitching staff heading into this series.

Marshall enters this series on a six-game winning streak, having recently swept South Alabama and secured a victory against No. 16 West Virginia. The Thundering Herd’s key contributors include Eddie Leon with a .275 batting average, AJ Havrilla at .270, and Ethan Murdoch at .268. With a team ERA of 4.69, Marshall has significantly outperformed what ODU is facing at 6.43, and opponents are batting a lower average of .246 against them, adding competitive pressure onto the Monarchs.

The historical context of this matchup favors Marshall, as they lead the all-time series against Old Dominion with 21 wins to ODU’s 10. However, it’s noteworthy that Old Dominion performed well against Marshall last season, winning two out of three games in their most recent series.

Looking forward, Old Dominion will face VCU in a home-and-home series following their bout with Marshall. The matchup with VCU is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, at 6 p.m. at The Diamond in Richmond, adding to an already packed schedule for the Monarchs.

With the stakes high and both teams eager to establish momentum heading into the final weeks of the season, this weekend’s series promises to deliver exciting baseball for fans in Hampton.