Things are heating up in local high school baseball. Here's a look at some upcoming boys varsity baseball games on the calendar from in and around Kansas City, selected using data from high school sports site MaxPreps.

Lincoln College Prep vs. Central

On Saturday, April 20, the Lincoln College Prep varsity Blue Tigers (6-2) have a home conference game against the Central Blue Eagles (1-4). The contest will take place at 2111 Woodland Ave. Lincoln College Prep has a 2-0 conference record, while the visiting Central boys are 1-1 in conference play this season.

St. Pius X vs. Winnetonka

The St. Pius X Warriors (7-2) will play a nonconference game against the Winnetonka Griffins (3-9) at home on Monday, April 22. Catch the action at 1500 N.E. 42nd Terrace, starting at 4:30 p.m.

Lincoln College Prep vs. Kansas City East Christian Academy

On Monday, April 22, the Lincoln College Prep varsity Blue Tigers (6-2) have a home nonconference game against the Kansas City East Christian Academy Lions (0-7). Catch the action at 2111 Woodland Ave., starting at 6:30 p.m.

Staley vs. Park Hill South

The Staley Falcons (13-5) have a conference game against the Park Hill South Panthers (9-8) at home on Monday, April 22. It all goes down at 2800 N.E. Shoal Creek Parkway. Staley is undefeated in conference play, while Park Hill South has yet to win a conference game this season.

Heritage Christian Academy vs. University Academy Charter

On Tuesday, April 23, the Heritage Christian Academy varsity Chargers (6-2) have a home conference game against the University Academy Charter Gryphons (1-7). The contest is set for 4:30 p.m. at 16000 Black Bob Road in Olathe. Both teams will be looking to maintain their conference winning streaks: both teams are undefeated.

Lincoln College Prep vs. Washington

On Tuesday, April 23, the Lincoln College Prep Blue Tigers (6-2) face off against the Washington Wildcats (6-4) in a nonconference game on their own turf. The first pitch is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at 2111 Woodland Ave.

Benton vs. St. Pius X

On Tuesday, April 23, the Benton Cardinals (8-3) face the St. Pius X Warriors (7-2) in a home nonconference game. It all goes down at 5655 S. Fourth St. in St. Joseph.

Park Hill vs. Blue Springs South

The Park Hill Trojans (10-7) are set to play a nonconference game against the Blue Springs South Jaguars (7-2) at home on Wednesday, April 24. The faceoff is set for 4:30 p.m. at 7701 N.W. Barry Road.

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