A timely acquisition
Boston College announced the addition of right‑handed pitcher Champ Davis, a graduate student who transferred into the program from Wofford College. The move comes at a critical juncture as the NCAA’s primary transfer portal for Division I baseball remains open until June 30, a deadline that has already prompted the Eagles to lose two relievers, left‑hander Aidan Gelbsman and right‑hander John Mass.
Davis arrives after a distinguished high school career at Atlanta’s Marist School, where he earned eight varsity letters and led his teams to state championships in both football and baseball. At Marist he was a two‑time state champion in baseball (2021) and helped the football team to a 2020 title, showcasing a rare blend of athleticism and competitiveness.
During his most recent season at Wofford, Davis shifted to a sidearm delivery as a junior in 2024, a adjustment that sparked a turnaround in his performance. He posted a 3.43 ERA over 41 appearances, striking out 84 batters while walking only 33. Prior to the arm‑angle change, he had compiled a 1.97 ERA in 32 innings with a perfect 5‑0 record.
Coach Todd Interdonato, who previously mentored Davis at Wofford, highlighted the pitcher’s resilience and adaptability, noting that the sidearm approach has yielded an 11‑2 record and a 3.43 ERA since the transition. Interdonato expressed confidence that Davis will provide a reliable option in the late‑innings mix as the Eagles aim to stay competitive in the ACC.
The roster reshuffling underscores the volatility of the transfer market. In addition to Davis, Boston College has already seen left‑hander Aidan Gelbsman and right‑hander John Mass depart, creating openings that the new graduate student hopes to fill. With the portal set to close on June 30, the coaching staff is finalizing a pitching staff that blends experience with fresh talent.
Davis announced his commitment on X, formerly known as Twitter, with a simple post: “Go Eagles!” The gesture reflects both his excitement and the broader anticipation among fans that the graduate pitcher could make a meaningful impact before the portal window shuts.