BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — A surging Alabama State squad aims to continue its strong start when it visits UAB for a midweek, non-conference baseball matchup Tuesday evening at Jerry D. Young Memorial Field.

First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. CST under clear skies, with game-time temperatures expected to be near 42 degrees.

The Hornets (5-2) enter riding a three-game winning streak, including a 2-1 victory at Texas Southern on Sunday. Alabama State’s pitching has been dominant lately, allowing just five total runs during the streak.

A key figure in that run is right-hander Trey Power, who delivered five hitless innings of relief with one earned run and one strikeout in Sunday’s win. He is expected to be a pivotal arm for the Hornets against UAB.

The Blazers (4-4) look to rebound after dropping three of four at home to Cincinnati over the weekend, including an 8-6 loss on Sunday. Two-way player Alex Dupuy has been a bright spot for UAB. At the plate, he homered in two of the four games against the Bearcats, driving in three runs. On the mound, he provided two scoreless innings of relief with two strikeouts in the series finale.

Alabama State’s early success has been built on a potent offense, scoring 10 or more runs in three of its five wins. UAB’s season has been marked by volatility, with both high-scoring victories and lopsided defeats.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, this contest projects as a potential shootout, with a predicted final score of Alabama State 7, UAB 6.

Following this game, Alabama State begins a three-game home series against Valparaiso on Friday. UAB remains at home to host Jacksonville for a three-game set starting Friday.