The 2026 season will be remembered as one of the most dominant in UCLA baseball history. The Bruins entered the year ranked No. 1 in the nation and maintained that position from the first pitch to the final out of the regular season. Their consistency on the mound and at the plate made them the team to beat in the Big Ten and beyond.
Although the Bruins’ campaign concluded earlier than many had predicted, the program received a major boost when the National College Baseball Hall of Fame announced its All‑American team. Four UCLA athletes earned spots on that prestigious list, highlighting the depth of talent that defined the roster.
A Season of Dominance
Roch Cholowsky, the shortstop who anchored the infield, finished the year with a .320 batting average, 60 runs batted in and 21 home runs. His all‑around production earned him the Big Ten Player of the Year award, a testament to his impact on both offense and defense.
Will Gasparino, an outfielder known for his power surge, posted a .300 average while launching 20 home runs and driving in 64 runs. The Big Ten recognized his contributions with a First Team All‑Big Ten selection, underscoring his status among the conference’s elite.
Mulivai Levu, playing first base, delivered a career‑best .340 batting average and added 18 home runs to his stat line. His clutch hitting helped the Bruins capture the Big Ten Tournament title, and the league named him the Most Outstanding Player of that event.
Wylan Moss, the weekend starter on the mound, posted a 2.49 earned‑run average across six starts. His reliability earned him a finalist nod for the NCBWA’s Stopper of the Year award, a honor that highlights the respect he commands among national peers.
Looking Ahead
With a core of All‑American talent set to return, the Bruins are poised to reload rather than rebuild. Coach John Savage, who has guided the program for more than two decades, expressed confidence that the team’s momentum will carry into the next season, aiming for another run at the College World Series.