SURPRISE, Ariz. (Interstat) — Michigan opened its season with a 5-3 upset of Oregon State on Friday at Surprise Stadium, overcoming a high preseason projection against the Beavers.

The Wolverines, tallying 10 hits, took control with a five-run second inning, highlighted by Brenden Stressler’s solo home run. Designated hitter Cade Haeger provided key insurance, driving in all four of his runs on two singles in the sixth and eighth innings.

Oregon State, which had a 74% win probability per Interstat’s ELO system, scored single runs in the first and fifth but could not overcome the early deficit despite nine hits. The loss marked a disappointing start for the Beavers in the Big 10-organized contest.

Michigan begins the season 1-0, while Oregon State falls to 0-1. The teams meet again Monday in Surprise.