Tulane University’s baseball program has revealed its 2027 roster, a 21‑player incoming class that blends fresh high‑school talent with a deep pool of junior‑college transfers. Head coach Jay Uhlman emphasized that the team is focused on building a strong foundation while leveraging the experience of seasoned newcomers.
Freshman Class
The freshman contingent includes left‑handed pitcher Noah Bolinger from Bentonville High School, right‑handed pitcher Branden Place of The Roxbury Latin School, infielder Beckett Suh from University High School, and right‑handed pitcher Laird Williams out of Edmond Memorial High School. Each brings a distinct résumé: Bolinger posted a 10‑4 record with a 1.57 ERA and earned All‑State and All‑Conference honors; Place was All‑ISL and All‑NEPSAC with a career ERA of 1.68; Suh hit .549 with 16 doubles in his senior year; and Williams finished 17‑2 with three no‑hitters and a perfect game, striking out 202 batters.
Transfer Additions
Seventeen transfers round out the roster, featuring players from a variety of collegiate programs. Sage Adams, a catcher who transferred from Eastern Florida State and Purdue Fort Wayne, posted a .471 on‑base percentage and maintained a 4.0 GPA. Tomas Bilvado, a right‑hander from Mt. SAC College, went 8‑3 with a 5.21 ERA and earned First Team SCC honors. Conner Connell, a starter at Iowa Western Community College, finished 3‑0 with a 4.85 ERA and 35 strikeouts. Jacob Croxford, an outfielder from Central Arizona College, was a First Team All‑Region selection with a .349 average, while Ryan Darrah from Arizona State reached the 2026 NCAA Regional final with a .384 batting average.
Key Players to Watch
Among the newcomers, several stand out for their recent accolades. Beckett Suh’s .549 senior‑year average and 16 doubles mark him as a potent offensive threat, while Laird Williams’ 17‑2 record and 202 strikeouts signal a dominant pitching presence. Freshman pitcher Noah Bolinger’s 1.57 ERA and All‑State recognition suggest he could anchor the rotation early in the season. Transfer outfielder Brady Fitzpatrick, an NJCAA Second Team All‑American with 19 career home runs, adds depth to the lineup.
Coach Uhlman’s vision centers on integrating these fresh faces with the existing core, aiming to create a balanced squad that can compete in the highly competitive collegiate landscape. By mixing high‑school standouts with experienced junior‑college transfers, Tulane hopes to restore its tradition of player development and achieve a strong performance in the upcoming season.