Game two of the Civil War went about as well as game one for Oregon(24-24, 8-15 Pac 12), with the Ducks losing by three once again in an 8-5 contest against Oregon State(33-14-1, 19-4 Pac 12), who now take the top spot in the conference. Early pitching struggles from Cullen Kafka and offensive woes from most of the lineup proved to be the deciding factors in this game. Kafka would not start off well, giving up three runs in the first inning, and would be pulled after 2.1 IP having given up 5 earned runs. The relievers would only allow one earned run the rest of the way, with lefty Nico Tellache putting up three consecutive 1-2-3 innings to finish for the Ducks. But even though the team put up 5 runs, it was the Novitske-Smith-Steer show today, as they would combine for 7 of the team's 8 hits and drive in 4 of the 5 runs. Spencer Steer has almost single handedly kept this team offense afloat so far this series, accounting for 4 of the team's 6 runs, and going 5 for 8 with 2 doubles.

The finale of the Civil War takes place on Sunday at 12 pm at PK Park as the Ducks will try to avoid the sweep and drop to 2-10 over their last twelve games.

Game Story - Kent Williams

Post Game Audio

Coach George Horton