Oregon State Baseball Secures Series Sweep and 40th Win of the Season
Oregon State continued its dominant run on Sunday, May 10, 2026, completing a series sweep of Long Beach State with an 8-4 victory at Bohl Diamond at Blair Field. The win is a significant milestone for the Beavers, marking the fifth consecutive year the program has reached the 40-win threshold.
With this victory, Oregon State improves its overall record to 40-11. The team enters the postseason conversation with strong momentum, having won five straight games and finishing the regular season with an impressive 15-2 record in true road contests.
Singer and Morris Lead the Charge
The victory was fueled by a standout performance from second-baseman AJ Singer and a dominant outing on the mound by freshman left-hander Trey Morris.
AJ Singer’s Offensive Explosion: Singer was the catalyst for the Beavers’ offense, finishing the day 3-for-4 with a walk, two runs, and four RBIs. His contributions spanned the entire game, including a two-run home run in the third inning—his seventh of the season—which he launched off a first-pitch fastball from Jason Gerfers.
Trey Morris’s Dominance: Freshman LHP Trey Morris earned the winning decision, moving his record to 5-0. Morris controlled the game over six innings, striking out nine batters and allowing three runs (two earned) on just three hits.
Game Breakdown: How the Beavers Broke Through
Oregon State established an early lead in the first inning when Easton Talt walked and stole second base before being driven in by an RBI single from Singer.
Long Beach State fought back in the second inning with a two-run home run to left field by Justin Roulston, briefly giving the Beach a 2-1 lead. However, Singer responded in the third with his two-run blast to regain the lead for Oregon State.
The game remained tight through the fifth inning, where Long Beach State tied the score at 3-3 following an infield single by Smith Chandler that scored Conner Stewart. The deadlock ended in the sixth inning when Oregon State unleashed a four-run surge:
- Singer walked and advanced to third on a Bryce Hubbard single.
- Paul Vazquez drove in Singer via a groundout.
- Josh Proctor added an RBI single.
- Jacob Galloway capped the rally with a two-RBI single.
Despite a late RBI from Ty Borgogno in the seventh, Oregon State secured the win, adding a final insurance run in the ninth when Singer singled to left field, allowing Easton Talt to score from second.
Key Takeaways from the Series
- Milestone Achievement: This is the fifth straight season Oregon State has reached 40 wins.
- Road Warriors: The Beavers closed the regular season with a dominant 15-2 record in true road games.
- Freshman Impact: Trey Morris continues to be a reliable asset in the rotation, now holding a perfect 5-0 record.
- Clutch Hitting: AJ Singer’s 4-RBI performance underscores his role as a primary offensive threat.
Looking Ahead
As the regular season concludes, Oregon State stands as a formidable contender. Their ability to maintain high-level performance on the road, combined with a potent mix of veteran leadership and emerging freshman talent, positions the Beavers for a deep postseason run.