The stage is set for the 2014 College World Series finals, as the Vanderbilt Commodores will take on the Virginia Cavaliers. Both teams carried No. 1 seeds heading into the tournament, with the Cavaliers ranked No. 3 in the country by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. The Commodores came in 10 spots lower at No. 13. ESPN.com's Keith Law was extremely complimentary of both programs after they secured passage to the championship: In double elimination, though, anything ...

It's time for the 2014 College World Series finals. After a grueling road to the concluding series of the tournament, Vanderbilt and Virginia will square off at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha, Nebraska, to determine which of the two teams is the best from the past year of college baseball. The sport often takes a back seat to college football and basketball, but during the College World Series, all eyes are on the nation's pastime. Omaha ...

Being Roger Clemens' son can't be easy.Texas freshman Kacy Clemens seems to be handling the pressure just fine, though. The Longhorns first baseman singled in two runs during Saturday's College World Series game versus Vanderbilt.It seems like Roger wasn't ready to handle Kacy's success, however. The MLB legend had a difficult time landing this high five after his son's big hit.Don't worry, Roger. If Texas beats Vanderbilt and advances to the College World Series finals, ...

The four surviving teams in the 2014 College World Series took the field on Saturday. Top-seeded Virginia looked to remain unbeaten in bracket play against Ole Miss, while Vanderbilt aimed to do the same against a resurgent Texas team. A bevy of talent was on display on Saturday, and each star-studded cast came in with one goal in mind: to earn a berth in the championship series. So, which squads remain alive and kicking after the dust ...

Nine innings stand between Texas and Vanderbilt and the 2014 College World Series Finals. Nine innings stood between the Commodores and finals on Friday, too. While the Longhorns had lost their first game in the double-elimination tournament, Vanderbilt hadn't lost at all. So if it would've won on Friday, it would've clinched a spot in the finals. But Texas dominated. It shutout the Commodores by the score of 4-0 to force a semifinal rematch. Here's how to ...

The college baseball version of the Final Four is taking place in Omaha right now with three No. 1 seeds and a No. 2 seed in Texas playing like a powerhouse capable of beating anyone on any given day.  Trying to find separation between Texas, Vanderbilt, Virginia and Mississippi at this stage of the game is futile. All that can be done is highlighting the strengths of a given roster and how that plays against the ...

The finale to the college baseball season is just around the corner, as the 2014 College World Series tournament is just one game away from the finals. Four teams remain alive, but only two will advance past play on Saturday. Ole Miss and Virginia will finish a rain-shortened game from Friday, with the winner advancing to the finals. Texas and Vanderbilt will also play Saturday, and the victor will move on to face the winner of the ...

One game separates three teams from the 2014 College World Series final. The fourth team still alive is Mississippi, which needs to beat Virginia twice to advance. Here are predictions for each win-or-go-home showdown in Omaha, Nebraska.   Virginia vs. Mississippi This matchup could've already been decided if it wasn't for a rain delay. Virginia and Ole Miss will resume play on Saturday in the second inning tied at 0-0. And it's sure to go down to the wire. These two ...

Coming into Friday, the goal for Vanderbilt and Virginia was simple—win one game and reach the College World Series finals.  For Texas and Ole Miss, the stakes were more daunting—one win would keep them alive, forcing a rematch on Saturday.  So, could Vanderbilt and Virginia handle their business on Friday? Or would Texas and Ole Miss force Saturday baseball?  Let's find out.  Nathan Thornhill Confounds Vanderbilt, Leads Texas to 4-0 Victory Texas will live to play another day. Facing elimination and a ...

Offense has been at a premium in the 2014 College World Series. In the 10 games played in Omaha, Nebraska, teams combined for over five runs just three times. This lack of scoring amplifies the importance of teams' best hitters to provide a spark.  Here are the best hitters on each remaining ballclub capable of swinging the championship their way.   4. OF Mark Payton, Texas Texas is averaging 2.0 runs per game in Omaha. Its offense must improve to ...