Former University of Arizona pitcher Dave Stegman is set to be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class, a tribute that underscores his lasting imprint on the program.
A Legacy That Still Resonates
Stegman’s collegiate career, which spanned 1973 to 1976, culminated in a pivotal role on the 1976 College World Series championship team. His name still appears at the top of several university records, including career runs scored and doubles.
After his amateur success, Stegman embarked on an 11‑year professional journey that included stints in Major League Baseball with the Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox, cementing his status as a durable and versatile player.
The University of Arizona has recently bolstered its squad with a wave of transfers — Garrett Ahern, McCarty English, Ariel Antigua and Collin Cobb — while also welcoming freshman Francisco Rivero Jr., who is already drawing attention for his draft potential.
Several of those newcomers, alongside prospects such as Owen Kramkowski, are slated to take part in the MLB Draft Combine, an event designed to sharpen their skills and boost their draft stock ahead of the July 11‑12 draft.
The upcoming draft class promises to add fresh talent to the organization, continuing a tradition of excellence that began with legends like Stegman and has been reinforced by recent championship memories.