Kansas Baseball Secures First Big 12 Regular‑Season Title Since 1949
Kansas clinches its first Big 12 regular‑season crown since 1949, driven by Coach Dan Fitzgerald and a ninth‑inning homer from Tyson Owens.
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Kansas clinches its first Big 12 regular‑season crown since 1949, driven by Coach Dan Fitzgerald and a ninth‑inning homer from Tyson Owens.

The Jayhawks edged BYU 7‑6 in a dramatic finish, earning their first regular‑season conference championship in 75 years and positioning themselves for a deep NCAA Tournament run.

The Jayhawks defeated BYU 7‑6 in Provo, Utah, securing a record 22 conference victories and a No. 1 seed that could bring NCAA regional games to Lawrence

The Jayhawks rallied from early deficits to defeat the Cougars 7‑6, highlighted by decisive homers and clutch RBIs.

The Kansas Jayhawks clinched their first Big 12 baseball championship in over seven decades, overcoming two six‑run deficits to win both games against BYU and lock the No. 1 seed for the conference tournament.

The Minutemen have confirmed a 2026‑27 roster that blends seven returning players with three transfers and five freshmen, aiming to shore up a defense that ranked near the bottom last season.