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Forbes says the team’s midweek break for exams can be a reset, but they still expect to play when possible.
The staff uses live at bats and live pitchers vs. hitters as a core preparation method.
Forbes highlights the value of a strong staff, with Jackson and Wierzbicki handling the opponents’ prep work.
Forbes notes the balance between forward planning and staying present for today’s game.
Forbes explains sac bunting decisions aim to produce one run and avoid big innings.
The UNC-Duke series victory is cited as a recent positive for the team.
Forbes explains the evolution of the game with more data and analytics.
Forbes discusses managing duties across various aspects of program operations, including the portal and NIL.
Forbes comments on managing different roles within the coaching staff during game prep.
The interview covers general team preparation and the excitement of daily baseball life.

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Duke holds a deep, veteran roster with four of its top six scorers back, a sign of continuity for 2026.
Duke added high-profile transfers Drew Scharnowski and John Blackwell to bolster depth.
Duke features the No. 2 overall 2026 recruiting class, underpinning long-term potential.
UNC faces a destabilizing offseason with Henri Veesaar not retained and several top scorers departing.
ESPN’s Borzello ranks Duke No. 2 in a way-too-early top 25, highlighting a major gap with UNC.
Duke’s depth could allow a nine-to-ten man rotation, unlike UNC’s still-developing lineup.
UNC has added transfers Neoklis Avdalas and Terrence Brown but stability remains uncertain.
Duke’s trajectory points toward a potential repeat Final Four run given its assembled pieces.
UNC’s turnover and uncertainty contrast with Duke’s clear plan and momentum.
Analysts consider Duke the deeper team heading into the 2026 season.

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