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Texas-Texas A&M Baseball Rivalry Reignites with High Stakes and Coaching Drama

The Longhorns host the Aggies in Austin as Texas pursues an SEC title and A&M surges under new leadership, with Jim Schlossnagle’s move to Texas adding fuel to the rivalry.

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Overview

  • The three-game series at UFCU Disch-Falk Field begins Friday, with Texas ranked No. 1 nationally and chasing its first SEC title in its debut season in the conference.
  • Texas A&M arrives on a hot streak, winning 10 of its last 11 games under head coach Michael Earley, who succeeded Jim Schlossnagle after his controversial move to Texas.
  • Texas will rely on UTSA transfer Ruger Riojas as the Game 1 starter after ace Jared Spencer was sidelined for the season due to shoulder surgery.
  • Fan emotions are running high, with Aggie supporters expressing feelings of betrayal over Schlossnagle’s defection and ticket prices for the series reaching as high as $1,641.
  • Both teams bring strong performances into the matchup, with Texas boasting a top-tier bullpen and A&M led by All-American Jace LaViolette, who has dominated offensively in April.