The Oregon State baseball program entered the offseason with momentum built on a 45-14 record, but the recent wave of departures has turned that momentum into a period of transition. While the team celebrated a successful campaign, the departure of a cornerstone coaching figure has sparked a cascade of movement among players and draft prospects.
The Coaching Departure
Rich Dorman, the program’s highly regarded pitching coach, announced his move to the University of Florida, bringing with him a reputation that stretches far beyond the collegiate ranks. Over his tenure at Oregon State, Dorman mentored 15 MLB draft picks and 11 all‑American pitchers, a testament to his ability to develop talent at the highest level.
Among those following Dorman to Florida is Trey Morris, a standout pitcher who burst onto the scene as a freshman with a perfect 7‑0 record and a 1.98 earned‑run average. Morris’s decision to transfer underscores the impact of Dorman’s departure on the team’s roster composition.
The ripple effect extends beyond a single player. Calvin Gregory, Ryan VandenBrink, Jace Miller, and Bryson Glassco have all entered the transfer portal, seeking new opportunities while the program evaluates its depth. Their exits reflect a broader reshaping of the squad as the coaching staff restructures.
Meanwhile, two Oregon State pitchers — Ethan Kleinschmit and Eric Segura — are testing their mettle at the MLB draft combine in Arizona. Kleinschmit sits at No. 64 on MLB’s draft board and could hear his name called as early as the second round, while Segura, ranked No. 144 by Perfect Game, carries a 3.86 career ERA that highlights his steady progression.
Adding to the draft buzz is Teagan Scott, a high‑school prospect and Oregon State signee who earned the state’s Gatorade baseball player of the year honor. Scott’s participation in the combine and his status as a top‑200 national prospect illustrate the program’s continued ability to attract elite talent, even amid transition.
The moves come as Oregon State, the University of Florida, and Virginia Commonwealth University navigate the evolving landscape of college baseball. Each institution is positioning itself for the next competitive cycle, balancing departures with fresh arrivals and the promise of future success.