Springfield Cougars Close Season with Historic Run and Promising Outlook
Springfield’s baseball team finished 17‑9, reached the District 1 semifinals, secured a historic state playoff win, and will return key players next season.
Jun 6, 2026
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Longhorns to Host Ducks in Austin Super Regional
The Texas Longhorns will welcome the Oregon Ducks to Austin for a pivotal NCAA baseball Super Regional, with a potential path to the Omaha CWS on the line.
Jun 6, 2026
Austin Knight Takes the Helm as Tennessee’s New Pitching Coach
Tennessee baseball announced the appointment of Austin Knight as its new pitching coach, filling the vacancy left by Josh Reynolds after a two‑year stint that ended without a formal contract.
Jun 6, 2026
Tar Heels and Trojans Lock Horns in Super Regional Elimination Game
UNC’s early advantage vanished as errors paved the way for a 9‑5 loss, setting the stage for a pitching duel between Jason DeCaro and Grant Govel.
Jun 6, 2026
St. John’s Eyes College World Series Berth in Super Regional Showdown with Alabama
St. John’s and Alabama meet in a best‑of‑three Super Regional in Tuscaloosa, each hoping to end long droughts and advance to the College World Series.
Jun 6, 2026
Nebraska Baseball Secures Commitment from Iowa Transfer Pitcher Cole Moore
Nebraska Baseball announced the addition of right‑handed pitcher Cole Moore, a recent transfer from Iowa, as the program looks to bolster its starting rotation heading into the next season.
Jun 6, 2026
Blake Brookins Seeks Fresh Start After Transfer Portal Move
Junior outfielder Blake Brookins has entered the transfer portal, joining a wave of Gators departures while Florida adds ASUN Player of the Year Jon Embury.
Jun 6, 2026
Tennessee Taps East Carolina Pitching Maestro Austin Knight
After a single‑season ERA slump, the University of Tennessee appoints Austin Knight as its new pitching coach, hoping his proven track record will restore competitiveness to the program.
Jun 6, 2026
LSU Baseball Secures Top Transfer Shortstop Dawson Park
LSU adds top transfer shortstop Dawson Park to replace departing Steven Milam, bolstering the team's infield ahead of the 2026 season.
Jun 6, 2026
Five Eastern Michigan Baseball Players Earn 2026 Academic All-District Honors
Five Eastern Michigan University baseball players were named to the 2026 Academic All-District teams, highlighting their academic excellence and athletic contributions.
Jun 6, 2026
Sooners and Jayhawks Lock Horns in Super Regional Clash
The Oklahoma Sooners will meet the Kansas Jayhawks in a best‑of‑three super regional this weekend, with the victor heading to Omaha for the NCAA championship series. Here’s what fans need to know about the schedule, broadcast options and key players.
Jun 6, 2026
Newton Baseball and Softball Teams Suffer Doubleheader Setbacks Against Indianola
Newton’s baseball and softball teams fell in home doubleheaders to Indianola, dropping their records and heading into tournament action with hopes of a turnaround.
Jun 6, 2026
Blake Brookins Enters Transfer Portal as Gators Face Roster Upheaval
Junior outfielder Blake Brookins has entered the transfer portal, joining a wave of departures from the Florida Gators. The program also welcomed ASUN Player of the Year Jon Embury amid a broader reshuffling of its baseball roster.
Jun 6, 2026
Freshman Pitcher Jack Bauer Leads Mississippi State into NCAA Super Regional
Mississippi State’s freshman right‑hander Jack Bauer, known for his 103‑mph fastball, is set to pitch in the Athens Super Regional against Georgia, where his performance could propel the team to the next round.
Jun 6, 2026
Austin Knight Joins Tennessee Baseball Staff as Pitching Coach
The University of Tennessee announced the hiring of Austin Knight, a highly decorated pitching coach, to lead its staff and develop the next generation of MLB talent.
Jun 6, 2026
Lovejoy Secures First State Baseball Championship with 7-2 Victory Over Mission Sharyland
Lovejoy’s historic 7‑2 win over Mission Sharyland in the 5A Division II title game was marked by an early 3‑0 advantage, clutch hitting and solid pitching, delivering the program’s first ever state crown.
Jun 6, 2026
2026 NCAA Division II Baseball Championship: West Chester and Tampa Battle to a Stalemate
West Chester and Tampa are tied 1-1 in the championship series, which will conclude with a decisive third game on June 6 at the USA Baseball National Training Complex in Cary, North Carolina.
Jun 6, 2026
Cade Kurland’s Gators Career Ends Amid Transfer Portal Upheaval
Cade Kurland's four-year Gators tenure ends as he joins a wave of transfers, while the team adds Jon Embury and sees multiple pitchers exit the program.
Jun 6, 2026
LSU Baseball Bolsters Roster with Top Transfer Pitcher and Shortstop Ahead of 2027 Season
LSU missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over a decade, prompting a targeted recruitment of two top‑150 transfers: pitcher Landon Hood from Gonzaga and shortstop Dawson Park from Texas State.
Jun 6, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Secures Second 2026 Commitment with 95‑mph Pitcher Lance Alexander
The Razorbacks have added right‑hander Lance Alexander, a 95‑mph fastball pitcher from Johnson County Community College, to their 2026 roster, joining left‑hander Micah Henson and a group of top draft prospects.
Jun 6, 2026
Austin Knight Joins Tennessee Baseball Staff as New Pitching Coach
The University of Tennessee announced the hiring of Austin Knight as its new pitching coach, a move that underscores the program’s commitment to strengthening its pitching rotation and aligning with its core values.
Jun 6, 2026
Reed Peters, Pacific Baseball Coach, Dies After Illness
University of the Pacific announced the death of head baseball coach Reed Peters, who steered the program to its most successful season in years.
Jun 6, 2026
The 1974 California Angels: A Bullpen Anomaly in Baseball History
The 1974 California Angels finished with only 12 saves, a record low driven by Nolan Ryan's dominant workload and the limited opportunities it created for relievers.
Jun 6, 2026
Mississippi State Builds Early Lead in Athens Super Regional
Mississippi State opened a 7-2 advantage over Georgia in the fourth inning of their Super Regional showdown, highlighted by homers from Kevin Milewski, Daniel Jackson and Reed Stallman.
Jun 6, 2026