Oregon’s baseball program celebrated a milestone as two of its freshmen earned spots on the Perfect Game Freshman All‑America Teams, marking the first time position players from the Ducks have been recognized on the list.
Laya's Record‑Setting Impact
Angel Laya burst onto the scene with a combination of power and speed that set three freshman records for the university, including 14 home runs, 49 runs scored and a league‑leading 120 total bases.
His 25 extra‑base hits and 47 RBIs placed him among the most productive newcomers in the Pac‑12, underscoring his all‑around contribution to the lineup.
Jaksa's Dual‑Position Brilliance
Brayden Jaksa proved equally valuable, batting .318 while delivering 17 extra‑base hits, seven stolen bases and a rare combination of first‑base and catcher duties across 44 starts.
The NCBWA also honored Jaksa as a second‑team All‑America catcher, highlighting his defensive versatility and poise behind the plate.
Oregon joins a select group of seven schools that placed multiple players on the Perfect Game All‑America Teams, a testament to the program’s depth and recruiting success.
Coach Rich‑Stanton and the staff now look to build on this early promise as the Ducks aim to contend for conference titles and national relevance in the coming seasons.