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After three decades of shaping young athletes on the diamond, Jim Beauregard, a fixture of Massachusetts high school baseball, has announced his retirement, citing family timing and a desire to step away while the current freshmen become seniors.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw multiple Kentucky Wildcats players selected, creating both opportunity and challenge for the program.
The MLB draft saw Kentucky Wildcats players selected across multiple rounds, with Tyler Bell becoming the highest-ever pick for the program. Their departures create both opportunity and challenge for the team.
The final day of the 2026 MLB Draft saw Kentucky right‑handers Nile Adcock and Connor Mattison drafted by the Atlanta Braves and Minnesota Twins respectively, while top prospect Grayson Willoughby withdrew to attend the University of Kentucky.
Luke Craytor, Griffin Stieg and Madden Clement were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, each bringing distinct collegiate achievements that caught the eye of major‑league scouts.
On the opening day of the 2026 MLB Draft, junior catcher Carson Tinney, outfielder Aiden Robbins and senior pitcher Ruger Riojas became the first Texas players in 22 years to be selected among the top 100 picks, each earning notable accolades and setting new records.
The recent MLB Draft highlighted the talent emerging from Wake Forest's baseball program, with five players selected across multiple rounds, and several top prospects choosing to sign with the university.
Two Michigan State alumni, pitcher Nolan Higgins and outfielder Nick Williams, were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a streak of Spartans drafted in each of the past four years.
Despite a standout high school career and a top‑100 ranking, pitcher Landon Thiel was not selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. He now looks ahead to recovery and college baseball at Ohio State.
The 2026 MLB Draft brought a quartet of Mississippi State standouts into the professional ranks, highlighting the program's continued pipeline of talent.
Two senior players from the University of California were selected on the second day of the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a program’s strong tradition of producing professional talent.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw Texas Longhorns Thomas Burns and Luke Harrison selected in the eighth round, linking them with the Minnesota Twins and St. Louis Cardinals respectively. Their collegiate performances and national team ties highlight a promising pipeline for both clubs.
Ethan Wachsmann, a standout pitcher from Aurora, Colorado, was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a tradition of Colorado prep stars making their mark in professional baseball.
The 238th overall pick brings a strong collegiate résumé and a projected $234.7 k slot value to the San Francisco organization.
Nolan Higgins, a standout pitcher from Wixom, Michigan, was chosen by the Toronto Blue Jays after a collegiate career that included key performances in the Big Ten Tournament and multiple academic honors.
A look at the most promising starting pitchers available on the waiver wire for Week 16, highlighting breakout performances and strategic advice for both shallow and deep league formats.
A look at the most impactful players available on the waiver wire, from power‑hitting breakouts to pitchers whose recent stats suggest a strong upside for fantasy managers.
With a 43‑24 run under Don Mattingly, the Philadelphia Phillies are still missing pieces that could push them into the postseason.
Detroit Tigers right‑hander Tarik Skubal has been vocal about the spark that teammate Dillon Dingler brings to the clubhouse, especially during spring training sessions where Dingler’s pitch‑calling creativity stands out. Dingler, a catcher with a keen eye for hitters’ tendencies, explains that his game‑calling philosophy hinges on adaptability — tailoring each sequence to exploit a batter’s strengths while keeping the opposition guessing. In his latest outing against the Oakland Athletics, Skubal showcased a razor‑sharp changeup that not only baffled hitters but also underscored his command of secondary pitches, a factor that has become a cornerstone of his recent success. The performance coincided with a strong start from rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda‑Grauer, who has quickly earned a reputation for simplicity and relentless work ethic in the Athletics’ farm system. The piece also revisits a lesser‑known statistic: only three pitchers in baseball history have started five All‑Star games — Lefty Gomez, Don Drysdale, and Robin Roberts — highlighting a lineage of excellence that modern players continue to chase. On the international stage, the KBO’s Samsung Lions secured the services of veteran left‑hander Chris Paddack for the remainder of the season, a move that could reshape the league’s competitive balance. Baseball history will also be front and center at the upcoming SABR convention, where Bob Kendrick, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, is slated to deliver a keynote address celebrating the sport’s diverse heritage. The recent passing of former Minnesota Twins star Darrell Jackson, left‑hander Al Holland, and right‑hander Phil Regan serves as a reminder of the game’s evolving narrative and the indelible marks left by its pioneers. Japanese phenoms Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Masataka Yoshida continue to dominate discussions, with Yamamoto praised for his consistency and athleticism, while Yoshida’s clutch hitting and solid bat‑to‑ball skills have made him a reliable presence in high‑pressure moments. Comparisons abound for players like Kensuke Kondoh, whose power swing mirrors Yoshida’s, and Haruto Takahashi, whose NPB performances for the Hanshin Tigers have drawn attention from scouts worldwide. Across the Pacific, Forrest Whitley’s strikeout prowess for the Tokyo Yomiuri Giants, Carson McCusker’s contributions to the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles, and Riley Thompson’s KBO leading strikeout rate illustrate the depth of talent emerging from foreign leagues. Domestic prospects such as Seth Beer in the Mexican League, Curtis Mead’s potential highlighted by Blake Butera, and Alex Binelas’s steady output for the Reading Fightin Phils further enrich the talent pipeline. Minor league leaders like Manuel Pena, who tops home‑run charts, and Connor Oliver’s consistent performances for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ affiliates underscore the depth of development programs that feed the major leagues.
Three Texas Longhorns prospects were selected on the opening day of the 2026 MLB First‑Year Player Draft, underscoring the program’s growing impact on professional baseball.
The Minnesota Twins selected Virginia Tech right‑hander Brett Renfrow with the 74th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, recognizing a standout collegiate career that began with a historic opening‑day start.
The Chicago Cubs selected right‑hander Dylan Marionneaux with the 108th overall pick, recognizing a standout collegiate season and a place in school history.
The opening round of the 2026 MLB Draft delivered surprise moves, injury‑related drops and a handful of Texas‑bound prospects who could reshape the next wave of talent.
The Minnesota Twins selected Texas catcher Carson Tinney in the 2026 MLB draft, highlighting his collegiate achievements and the challenges he faced in the College World Series.