Oregon State already navigated an adversity-ridden Road to Omaha to get back to the College World Series. What's one more speed bump for the battle-tested Beavers?

But in nearly 80 years of the men's College World Series, no pitcher has ever thrown a perfect game in Omaha. In fact, no pitcher has even gotten through six perfect innings since way back in 1999. Which makes sense, considering the level of competition in Omaha and the caliber of hitter the event has seen over the years.

After losing a 3-1 lead in the top of the ninth, Oregon State walked it off with a Gavin Turley hit at the College World Series vs. Louisville.

Six conferences and an independent will be represented at the College World Series. None were among the final eight in Omaha a year ago.

DeMarini has been producing bats for nearly 20 years for the Oregon State Beavers baseball team and other college baseball teams.