Austin Regional Odds
 | Texas Longhorns | -225 |
 | UTSA Roadrunners | +280 |
 | Kansas State Wildcats | +700 |
 | Houston Christian Huskies | +4500 |
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1. Texas Longhorns: The Longhorns somehow cling to the No. 2 ranking in the country thanks to their early-season dominance that really saved them.
It’s clear this Texas team is far from its best form entering the postseason. The Horns lost two of their last three series and dropped their opening game to Tennessee in the SEC Tournament.
Losing ace Jared Spencer and premier power hitter Max Belyeu were significant blows. The loss of Spencer looms large, as no starter has risen to the occasion, and the load has been heavy on Texas’ excellent bullpen.
As for the bats, they ran cold down the stretch and are a big question entering this Regional. However, the Longhorns got lucky with their draw here.
2. UTSA Roadrunners: UTSA ran all over its competition this season, finishing 23-4 in the AAC and 44-13 overall. The Roadrunners can swing it, as they ranked 10th in team batting average and 13th in wRC+.
However, that’s not all. They're also solid on the mound with a strong bullpen.
The Roadrunners already own a victory over the Longhorns this season, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if they take them down again.
3. Kansas State Wildcats: The Wildcats were a very streaky team that struggled against elite nonconference opposition but pulled out some notable wins over Arkansas and Nebraska, along with a series win over West Virginia.
However, their inconsistency, particularly on the mound, doesn't bode well in this region as they face UTSA in their opening matchup.
4. Houston Christian Huskies: The Huskies were bid-stealers out of the Southland Conference. They got hot and won five games to earn their spot. While that's commendable, they're not a team that faces much power conference opposition and are not up to snuff with the Longhorns on paper.
Texas defeated the Huskies, 12-2, earlier this season. We should see a repeat outcome in this Regional.
Austin Regional Picks
UTSA to Win Austin Regional (+400 · bet365): While Texas is a heavy favorite, and deservedly so, it’s clear the Longhorns are vulnerable.
The Roadrunners have already proven they can take them down, so it’s worth a shot at this price for them to do it again.
Pick: UTSA to Win Austin Regional (+400)
