Overview
- Texas run-ruled UC Davis 12-2 in seven innings, with Riojas allowing three hits over five frames after escaping a bases-loaded first.
- Head coach Jim Schlossnagle set the opening rotation with Ruger Riojas on Friday, Luke Harrison on Saturday and Dylan Volantis on Sunday.
- Riojas, who said he regained roughly 20 pounds lost to illness late last year, showed increased velocity up to 97 mph in the win.
- Volantis, an All-American reliever as a freshman, is being eased into a starting role after missing fall practice and is adding a changeup.
- Schlossnagle said roles will evolve in nonconference play, with Thomas Burns a closer candidate and Jason Flores, Sam Cozart and Brett Crossland in the mix for starts.