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Connor Shouse, the nation's leading transfer portal player, has decided to forgo a professional contract with the Seattle Mariners and will return to collegiate baseball with the South Carolina Gamecocks in 2027.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw four USC baseball players selected, highlighting the program’s depth and future prospects.
Bryan Baker, a 31‑year‑old reliever for the Tampa Bay Rays, has rebounded dramatically this season, boasting a 1.56 ERA, 28 saves and an All‑Star nod, positioning him as a key postseason piece
Four Trojans and one commit navigated the 2026 MLB Draft deadline, with high-profile signings and strategic returns shaping the future of USC's baseball program.
With the trade deadline set for Monday at 6 p.m. ET, teams are poised to reshuffle rotations and lineups, a shift that could dramatically alter fantasy baseball values across the league.
After a breakout season that saw him hit .400 with 28 home runs, sophomore outfielder Landon Hairston has decided to stay for his junior year, bolstering a Sun Devils team that will field a dramatically reshaped roster.
From early 20th‑century strikeouts to modern home‑run records, baseball’s rich history is marked by unforgettable performances and the legends who created them.
Major League Baseball’s owners have introduced a collective salary cap for the first time, prompting a fierce response from the players’ union. Star players including Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have publicly opposed the measure, which could limit their earnings and affect the 2027 season.
All‑Star players and the MLB Players Association push back against a proposed salary cap that could reshape contracts and the 2027 season.
All‑Star pitchers and superstars are pushing back against Major League Baseball’s plan to institute a salary cap, raising concerns about player contracts, the 2027 season and the future of collective bargaining.
After a 39‑20 season that fell short of the Super Regional, the Miami Hurricanes are reshaping their roster through the transfer portal, adding pitchers, infielders and prospects as they chase a national championship under Coach J.D. Arteaga.
A look at how recent draftees from Oregon State are slated to begin their professional careers, from left‑handed prospects eyeing rapid advancement to versatile arms hoping to climb the farm system.
A look at how recent Oregon State baseball draftees are navigating early professional milestones with several MLB organizations.
Top baseball talent publicly rejects the league's proposed salary cap, citing threats to earning potential and legacy, while outlining union counter‑demands ahead of renewed talks.
With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire in December, Major League Baseball's first salary cap proposal since the 1994-95 strike has sparked a united front among top players who fear restricted earnings and diminished rights.
Players’ opposition to a league‑wide salary cap threatens to reshape contract negotiations and could shorten the 2027 season.
All‑Star pitchers and veterans argue that a new salary cap would curb earnings and disrupt the game, as negotiations over the 2026 contract deadline loom.
A look at the most valuable players available on waivers, from relievers with elite ratios to hitters delivering power and speed
Walt Weiss decries the pitcher‑roster cap as the Braves designate Hernández for assignment, while standout performances and league‑wide rule talks shape a pivotal week in MLB
Two Wildcats were chosen in the latest MLB Draft, earning accolades and setting the stage for a new era under Coach Ben Greenspan.
Coach Kevin Schnall’s aggressive portal strategy has landed South Carolina the second‑best transfer class nationally, but key decisions still loom for players like Shouse, who must choose between college and the majors.
Two modest‑sized players are rewriting the narrative of the All‑Star Game with stellar batting averages, defensive brilliance and a steadfast belief in human talent over analytics.
Otto Lopez of the Miami Marlins and Luis Arraez of the San Francisco Giants are stealing the spotlight at the midsummer classic, blending high batting averages with a reverence for the craft that transcends modern analytics.
The 2026 MLB draft highlighted the University of Virginia's strong presence, with multiple players selected across rounds and promising recruits committing to the 2027 roster.