
Caden McDonald earns historic first‑team honors as Florida’s two‑way star
Caden McDonald’s selection to the College Baseball Foundation’s First Team caps a season of power, precision and historic achievements for the Florida sophomore.
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Caden McDonald’s selection to the College Baseball Foundation’s First Team caps a season of power, precision and historic achievements for the Florida sophomore.

Evan Dempsey of Florida Gulf Coast University becomes the second player in school history to be named a unanimous All‑American, collecting top accolades as both pitcher and position player.

A left‑handed starter from Toledo, Hayden Frey, was named to Baseball America's 2026 Second‑Team Freshman All‑American list, highlighting a season that also brought MAC Pitcher of the Week and Freshman Pitcher of the Year awards.

Dax Whitney’s sixth All‑American accolade cements his place in Oregon State history, joining an elite group of Beavers who have achieved the honor in back‑to‑back seasons.

Junior third baseman Ace Reese and sophomore pitcher Tomas Valincius were named second-team All-Americans by D1Baseball, highlighting a standout year for Mississippi State baseball.

Portland Pilots freshman pitcher Will Labonte adds another accolade to his breakout season, joining an elite group of collegiate baseball standouts.

D1Baseball’s second‑team All‑America list spotlights Florida’s Aidan King, a unanimous selection, and shortstop Brendan Lawson, whose offensive surge and defensive refinement have defined a standout season for the Gators.
Two standout players from Plymouth North's 2024 state championship baseball team have taken the next step in their careers, each committing to Division I programs.

Even after an unexpected loss in the Los Angeles Regional, UCLA’s baseball squad saw four of its standout players recognized on the National College Baseball Hall of Fame All‑American team.

Florida Gulf Coast’s Evan Dempsey has been named to the 2026 College Baseball Foundation All‑America team, securing the John Olerud Two‑Way Player of the Year Award for the second consecutive year.

Ace Reese adds another accolade to his storied career, while Sullivan and Valincius earn well-deserved mentions, underscoring Mississippi State's continued impact on collegiate baseball.

All‑America recognition highlights Caden McDonald's dual‑threat performance, combining a .319 average, nine home runs and a 3.42 ERA for the Gators.

Arkansas right‑hander Ethan McElvain has been named an All‑America by the College Baseball Foundation for the third time, capping a 6‑0, 1.03 ERA season and joining three teammates on the All‑America list.

For the first time in four seasons, Cal Poly’s baseball program has cracked the national polls, earning top‑25 placements in four major publications and securing a historic Super Regional appearance.

Graduate designated hitter Noah Sullivan earns his second consecutive Division I Academic All‑American of the Year honor, showcasing a perfect 4.0 GPA and standout offensive stats for Mississippi State.

Redshirt junior Troy Sudbrook becomes the first Rocket to be named to the CSC Division I First Team Academic All‑America, highlighting his dual excellence on the field and in the classroom
After a breakout year with the Yellow Jackets, Ryan Zuckerman is poised to hear his name called in the middle rounds of the MLB Draft, ready to translate collegiate success into professional impact.

Ricky Ojeda, a 2025 Big West Pitcher of the Year and 179th draft prospect, pledged to Tennessee, promising a boost to a bullpen that struggled in 2026.
Ricky Ojeda, a Big West Pitcher of the Year and 2026 draft‑eligible prospect, has pledged to join Tennessee, bringing a proven track record and new coaching direction to the staff.

Despite a 2‑0 loss to Georgia in the College World Series, the Longhorns finished second in the SEC, earned multiple All‑American nods and look toward a promising 2027 campaign.

Southern Connecticut State University celebrates the inclusion of Jake Chacho, Devin Pelletier and Brennan Staubley on the 2026 Northeast 10 Conference Baseball Academic All‑Conference team, highlighting outstanding performance on the field and in the classroom.

Florida adds left‑handed ace Trey Morris from Oregon State, while several pitchers enter the portal and new transfers Jon Embury and Maddox McDougall commit.
Trey Morris, a freshman All‑American left‑hander, commits to the University of Florida, adding depth to a pitching staff that needed left‑handed options.

Mason Edwards' dominant 2026 season culminates in first‑team All‑American honors, complemented by Grant Govel's second‑team selection and both players' status as top MLB Draft prospects.