Western Michigan Baseball Team Set for Key Non-Conference Matchups
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Kalamazoo, Mich. – The Western Michigan University Broncos baseball team will step out of Mid-American Conference (MAC) play this week, facing Valparaiso and Michigan State in critical non-conference matchups.
On Tuesday, May 6, the Broncos (16-27) will visit Valparaiso (8-34) at 4 PM at Emory G. Bauer Field. This contest marks a rematch following Western Michigan’s recent 6-5 triumph over the Beacons, bolstered by a late sacrifice fly from Dylan Nevar.
The following day, Wednesday, May 7, Western Michigan will host Michigan State at 4:05 PM at Robert J. Bobb Stadium. This game will be the fourth and final meeting of the season between the two in-state rivals, with the Spartans currently leading the series 3-0.
The Broncos enter this week on a high note, coming off a three-game sweep against Central Michigan, which significantly improved their MAC standings. That sweep secured them a position in the sixth and final spot for the upcoming MAC Tournament. Notably, Joey Wizceb delivered a standout performance, tossing a complete game shutout and earning MAC Pitcher of the Week honors for his efforts.
Key players for WMU this week include leadoff hitter Tanner Mally, who boasts a .361 batting average and leads the team in several offensive categories, and junior Grady Mee, who leads the conference with 22 stolen bases. Additionally, Dylan Nevar is looking to make more history as he nears the university’s career home run record with 36 career blasts.
Both games can be tracked via live stats and streaming on ESPN+ and YouTube, providing fans an opportunity to follow the Broncos as they aim for continued success.
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