Titus Lotz, a redshirt sophomore right‑handed pitcher for Bowling Green, has become the first Falcon to enter the transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining. The Washington Court House native spent three seasons at Bowling Green, appearing in 39 games over the past two years and posting a 1‑4 record with two saves and an 8.46 ERA in 2026.
A milestone for the program
Lotz's decision marks the first time a Bowling Green baseball player has entered the portal while still retaining two seasons of eligibility, underscoring a shifting landscape in college athletics and highlighting the growing influence of the transfer market on player careers.
Numbers behind the move
In 2026 he took the mound 18 times, covering 22.1 innings out of the bullpen. His 8.46 ERA and a .296 opponent batting average placed him seventh on the team, while his strikeout total jumped from 38 in 2025 to nearly double that figure a year later. He also trimmed both hits and walks allowed, indicating incremental improvement despite the overall record.
What comes next
Coaches and analysts will watch how the portal entry influences Lotz's development and the Falcons' pitching depth. The move opens the door for new recruits and could reshape the team's strategy heading into the next season, as the program looks to rebuild around fresh talent while leveraging the experience of those who remain.