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Longhorns Sweep Las Vegas College Classic as Bats Heat Up, Pitching Still Has Questions

by:EvanVieth•about 10 hours
Jalin Flores
Jalin Flores (Sara Diggins/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Texas had a strong offensive showing during the Las Vegas College Classic scoring in bunches while pitching was hot and cold. Evan Vieth and NashTalksTexas look back on the successful weekend.

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Texas Offensive Explosion – The Longhorns dominated the Las Vegas College Classic, scoring 35 runs in a perfect weekend against Washington, Texas Tech, and Illinois. The offense caught fire, led by veteran players and breakout performances.

Jalin Flores’ Stellar Weekend – Flores batted .500 with 4 RBI and two home runs, proving to be a major force in the lineup.

Easton Winfield Breaks Out – Winfield, who had struggled early in the season, rebounded with hard-hit singles, showing promise in the lineup.

Exit Velocity & Advanced Metrics – Several players, including Flores and Ethan Mendoza, showcased elite exit velocities above 95 mph, signifying consistent hard contact.

Crooked Innings & Offensive Streaks – Texas is known for scoring in bursts, tallying multiple seven-run innings throughout the tournament. This aggressive scoring style has made them a dangerous team.

Mendoza’s Power Surge – Unexpectedly leading the team in home runs, Mendoza has emerged as an offensive leader with a streak of multi-hit games.

Late-Inning Dominance – The Longhorns excel in the fifth and sixth innings, frequently capitalizing on opposing pitchers wearing down.

Pitching Strengths & Weaknesses – Jared Spencer and Luke Harrison provided strong starts, but Sunday pitching remains a work in progress. Max Grubbs and Dylan Volantis showed promise in relief roles.

SEC Challenges Ahead – With SEC play approaching, Texas will need to refine its pitching depth and continue its offensive dominance to compete at the highest level.

Ranking Surge – Texas jumped to No. 12 in national rankings, positioning itself as a top contender.

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