MLB Power Rankings: Teams Stumbling and Soaring Early in 2026
Several clubs that were expected to contend are already floundering, while a handful of underrated squads are surprising many.
May 18, 2026
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University of Houston Hunts for New Baseball Coach After Contract Non‑Renewal
After Todd Whitting’s contract was not renewed, the University of Houston begins a search for its next baseball leader, weighing experienced head coaches and rising assistants.
May 18, 2026
Georgia Tech’s ‘Full Steam Ahead’ Initiative Celebrates Baseball ACC Title and Announces $500 Million Athletic Upgrade
At a press conference on May 18, 2026, Georgia Tech’s baseball coaching staff highlighted the university’s ambitious fundraising drive to transform its athletic infrastructure.
May 18, 2026
Florida Gators Baseball Eyes NCAA Regional Hosting
The Gators have won eight of their last ten games, are ranked No. 9 in RPI and are projected as a No. 10 national seed in various NCAA brackets.
May 18, 2026
Pepperdine Baseball Honors Academic and Athletic Achievements Ahead of WCC Tournament
Pepperdine’s baseball program celebrates recent West Coast Conference All‑Academic recognitions, highlighting standout performances and season milestones before the Wave’s first‑round game against Saint Mary’s.
May 18, 2026
Auburn Baseball Holds Top‑10 Spot After Rankings Shuffle
Auburn baseball remains a top‑10 team despite drops in several national polls after a series loss to Georgia, with Coach Adam Cole promising a rebound.
May 18, 2026
Virginia Tech’s Walk‑Off Victory Over Clemson Secures ACC Tournament Bypass
Virginia Tech’s baseball squad rallied in the ninth inning to beat Clemson, earning a first‑round bye in the ACC Tournament, though a Game 3 pitching collapse leaves their postseason prospects uncertain.
May 18, 2026
Sun Belt Announces 2026 Baseball Postseason Honors
The Sun Belt Conference revealed its 2026 baseball award winners, highlighting exceptional talent across the league and underscoring the circuit’s rising national profile.
May 18, 2026
Coats and Davis Lead Big 12 Honors as Tournament Looms
Quinton Coats of Cincinnati was celebrated for a record‑breaking season, while TCU’s Lance Davis earned accolades after a dominant shutout. The Big 12 Conference also announced the details of its upcoming baseball tournament in Arizona.
May 18, 2026
Pacific University Leads WCC Baseball All-Academic Honors
The West Coast Conference announced its 2026 Baseball All-Academic Team, highlighting Pacific University's five honorees and their scholarly pursuits.
May 18, 2026
Big Ten Announces Weekly Baseball Honors for May 11-17, 2026
The conference recognized standout performances across its baseball slate, highlighting offensive, pitching, and rookie achievements.
May 18, 2026
BIG EAST Names Weekly Baseball Honorees
The conference highlights exceptional performances from Collin Quintano, JT Raab and others, underscoring the league’s competitive depth.
May 18, 2026
Tomas Valincius Clinches 2026 Ferriss Trophy as Mississippi’s Top College Baseball Star
Mississippi State sophomore pitcher Tomas Valincius was awarded the 2026 Ferriss Trophy, recognizing him as the premier collegiate baseball player in the state.
May 18, 2026
Severe Storms and Tornado Outbreak Threaten Central U.S.
A powerful line of storms is moving across the central United States, bringing severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and baseball‑sized hail. Residents in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma are being urged to stay alert and prepare for overnight danger.
May 18, 2026
Tomas Valincius Wins 2026 Ferriss Trophy as Mississippi’s Top College Baseball Player
Valincius' dominant pitching performance, transfer from Virginia, and coach Brian O'Connor's praise culminate in a state‑wide honor.
May 18, 2026
Arkansas Razorbacks Earn Multiple All-SEC Honors Ahead of Tournament
Three Arkansas players receive All-SEC recognition, highlighting a pitching staff that has already logged nine quality starts this season.
May 18, 2026
UNC Baseball Dominates 2026 All-ACC Honors
North Carolina celebrates a record eight All-ACC selections, led by Caden Glauber's Freshman of the Year award and top pitching stats.
May 18, 2026
SEC Honors Alabama’s Fay, Neal and Upchurch
The Southeastern Conference recognized three Alabama baseball players for their standout performances, highlighting Fay’s dominance on the mound, Neal’s versatility at the plate, and Upchurch’s freshman impact.
May 18, 2026
Gibraltar/Washington Island Baseball Team Secures Key Wins Ahead of Final Conference Showdown
The Gibraltar/Washington Island boys baseball squad posted two convincing victories in Gillett, highlighted by Aaron Brey’s 11‑strikeout performance and Cam Munao’s clutch hitting, positioning the team for a pivotal final conference matchup.
May 18, 2026
Arkansas Razorbacks Shine on All-SEC Honors Ahead of SEC Tournament
Three Arkansas baseball players were recognized on the All‑SEC teams, highlighting the Razorbacks' depth as they prepare for the upcoming SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama.
May 18, 2026
Spartans’ Bianchini and Kirby Collect Weekly Conference Honors
Max Bianchini and Jacob Kirby were honored by the Big South Conference for their performances in recent games against Clemson and Northern Kentucky.
May 18, 2026
Renfrow and Ball Earn All-ACC Honors as Virginia Tech Eyes 2026 Championship
Both athletes received conference accolades after delivering career-defining statistics, positioning Virginia Tech as the No. 7 seed for the upcoming tournament.
May 18, 2026
Florida State Baseball Secures Top Seed Ahead of ACC Tournament
Florida State finished the regular season with a 38‑16 record, highlighted by a series win over Miami and a No. 7 ranking by Perfect Game.
May 18, 2026
Aidan King Crowned 2026 SEC Pitcher of the Year
Aidan King's breakout season earns him the 2026 SEC Pitcher of the Year honor, highlighting Florida's continued dominance in collegiate baseball.
May 18, 2026