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A summer storm halted a super‑regional showdown between Kansas and Oklahoma, reshaping the course of the Jayhawks' season and leaving a lasting imprint on their final chapter.
Alabama’s program breaks a 27‑year hiatus, securing a sixth CWS appearance and setting up a high‑stakes matchup with Oklahoma in Omaha.
A weekend of commitments expands Kansas's 2027 class to fifteen prospects, boosting its Big 12 and national rankings while adding talent from across the country.
The Kansas Jayhawks finished the 2026 season with 45 victories, but a pair of decisive losses to Oklahoma in the Lawrence Super Regional ended their quest for a second College World Series appearance.
The Jayhawks' best season in recent memory concluded with a 13‑2 loss to Oklahoma, ending a run that set numerous school records.
The Oklahoma Sooners surge to an 8-1 advantage over the Kansas Jayhawks, with a dominant pitching performance and key offensive bursts positioning them one win from the College World Series.
A sudden flash of lightning forced officials to halt the Super Regional showdown between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Oklahoma Sooners on Sunday, June 7, 2026, leaving the Kansas side trailing 8-1 as the game was called off for the day.
A sudden thunderstorm halted the Kansas versus Oklahoma super‑regional showdown on Saturday, leaving the Sooners up 8-1 and forcing a Monday restart at 12:02 p.m. CT. The Jayhawks must win both the suspended game and a later contest to advance to the College World Series.
The Kansas baseball team faced a sudden stoppage in its series with Oklahoma after a lightning strike, trailing 8-1, with a decisive Monday resumption looming.
The Oklahoma Sooners aim to clinch their first NCAA College World Series appearance in four years when they take on the Kansas Jayhawks in Game 2 of the Lawrence Super Regional on Sunday, broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN+.
A freshman pitcher for the University of Oklahoma, Cord Rager, has transformed his game with a mechanical adjustment that boosted his fastball to 94‑97 mph, delivering standout performances against Kansas and inspiring confidence in the Sooners' championship hopes.
The Sooners erupted in the fourth and fifth innings to pull away from Kansas, who managed only a solo homer in the eighth.
Ethan McElvain, a junior left‑hander transferred from Vanderbilt, has been named a finalist for the Stopper of the Year Award, given to the nation’s top relief pitcher by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. His 6‑0 record, 1.03 ERA and 52 strikeouts have positioned him for the award to be announced in Omaha.
With 91 days until kickoff, the Tigers' new offense prepares to meet a diverse array of signal‑callers across the nation.
The NCAA baseball tournament super regionals are underway, and USA TODAY Network has highlighted the players most likely to decide each series as teams vie for a spot in the College World Series.
The Jayhawks have posted the most impressive season in school history, winning the Big 12 title and advancing to the Super Regionals with a potent offense led by Tyson LeBlanc, Josh Dykhoff and Augusto Mungarrieta.
Middle Tennessee State will meet Kansas on November 6, 2026, in Lawrence, marking the first meeting since 2000 and offering a glimpse of both teams' early-season form.
The University of Kansas announced its upcoming men's basketball slate, showcasing a revamped roster, Coach Bill Self's continued leadership, and a demanding lineup of opponents across the nation.
Kansas Jayhawks welcome a diverse group of newcomers, from freshman Taylen Kinney to seasoned transfers, as they prepare for the upcoming season
The NCAA announces the schedule and matchups for the upcoming Super Regionals, with ticket information and a look at the teams vying for a spot in the College World Series.
Jason Williams and Grant Hill clash over UNC's 'Blue Blood' status, as coaching transitions, NCAA rule shifts, and new recruiting pathways challenge traditional powerhouses.
A late‑inning rally powered by key home runs propelled Arkansas to a 10‑9 win over Northeastern, earning a spot in the championship round and a looming clash with Kansas.
The Arkansas Razorbacks will open their NCAA Lawrence Regional campaign against Northeastern on Sunday at noon, with a spot in the championship on the line.
The 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament features a record number of USA Baseball alumni, with 72 former national team members across 28 teams, concentrating in regions like Lawrence, Chapel Hill and Arkansas, and showcasing standout prospects such as Roch Cholowsky and Golden Spikes semifinalists.