Three Texas A&M baseball standouts — Gavin Grahovac, Aiden Sims and Caden Sorrell — have earned semifinalist status for the 2026 Dick Howser Trophy, the accolade that crowns the nation’s top college player. The honor is determined by a national vote of members of the National College Baseball Writer's Association.
The award ceremony and broadcast
The trophy will be presented at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha during the College World Series, with the winner set to be announced on MLB Network at 9:30 a.m. CDT before a news conference in the city.
The road to the trophy
The Dick Howser Trophy, named after the late Florida State coach, has become a benchmark for excellence in collegiate baseball. Since its inception, the award has spotlighted future MLB talent, and this year’s field features a rare concentration of talent from a single program.
What’s at stake for the Aggies
For Texas A&M, having three semifinalists reflects the program’s depth and the effectiveness of its coaching staff. The presence of multiple finalists not only boosts the team’s national profile but also fuels recruiting momentum as high school prospects watch the Aggies’ competitive edge.