LINCOLN, Neb. (Interstat) — The Nebraska Cornhuskers, looking to build momentum after a walk-off win, host the struggling Michigan State Spartans on Friday to open a three-game Big Ten series at Haymarket Park.

First pitch is scheduled for the evening under cloudy skies with temperatures near 46 degrees.

Nebraska (7-5) edged South Dakota State 5-4 on Wednesday, powered by a perfect 5-for-5, two-RBI performance from shortstop Dylan Carey. The sophomore is batting .500 (12-for-24) with three home runs and 13 RBIs over his last six games, emerging as a central figure in the Huskers’ lineup.

Michigan State (3-8) arrives after a difficult 12-1 road loss at Clemson on Wednesday. The Spartans have lost five of their last six games, with their offense mustering two or fewer runs in four of those contests.

A player to watch for the Spartans is pitcher Brady Chambers. Over his last three appearances spanning eight innings, the right-hander has allowed just one earned run on one hit while striking out five. His recent form provides a bright spot for a team seeking consistency.

Interstat’s game simulator projects a 5-2 victory for Nebraska. The series continues Saturday and Sunday afternoons in Lincoln.