
Oregon Ducks Set Draft Record with Five Signings
Five of seven Oregon Ducks drafted in 2026 have signed pro contracts, highlighted by Ryan Cooney and Cal Scolari's top-30 prospect placements.
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Five of seven Oregon Ducks drafted in 2026 have signed pro contracts, highlighted by Ryan Cooney and Cal Scolari's top-30 prospect placements.

A historic draft haul highlights Oregon's rising talent pipeline, with under‑slot signings, prospect rankings, and the possibility of returning college stars shaping the future.

After nearly 20 years in the KBO, former San Francisco Giants infielder Hwang Jae‑gyun will retire, with a ceremony against the Suwon Lotte Giants highlighting a career marked by durability, a Golden Glove, and a championship as skipper of KT Wiz.

Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones were enshrined this week, joining a Yankees‑dominated cohort that underscores the franchise’s historic footprint and highlights efforts to broaden communication for non‑English‑speaking players.

Despite modest batting numbers, Joey Ortiz’s underlying metrics and Shane Drohan’s recent dominance make them strong fantasy picks as the Brewers face low‑performing opponents.

With the season entering its second half, a host of injured stars are inching toward full duty, turning rehab outings into the most watched spectacles on the diamond.

As the trade deadline approaches on August 3, clubs are pulling levers to reshape rosters, sparking speculation about potential deals for Mike Trout, Mason Miller, Tarik Skubal and others.

A summer road trip across the Deep South blends college football reverence, historic sites, and local cuisine, culminating in a shared anticipation for the new season.

A look at the latest promotions and milestones for Southern Arizona players and former Wildcats in affiliated baseball

Junior Caminero, the Tampa Bay Rays' third‑base standout, is dominating this season with 29 homers, a 100th‑percentile bat speed and a realistic shot at 100 career homers before the trade deadline.

The Cleveland Guardians secured a 5‑2 victory over the Minnesota Twins, while the Dodgers, Rays, Padres and several other clubs added decisive wins in a busy weekend of baseball.

As the season enters its final stretch, clubs are carefully calibrating the usage of their top arms, mindful of fatigue, injury histories and the thin margin between contention and elimination.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw four members of Tennessee’s prep signing class selected by professional teams, with each player agreeing to a signing bonus that matches or exceeds the slot value assigned to their pick.

With an expanded Wild Card format keeping more teams in contention, Atlanta’s front office is scouting unconventional trade targets across the Mariners, Pirates and Orioles, weighing the impact on both the Braves and their prospective partners.
After the 2026 MLB Draft removed several key players, Florida State turns to the transfer portal to reinforce its baseball squad with experienced transfers and fresh pitching talent.

Two Scarlet Knights were selected on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a streak of professional talent production that stretches back five seasons.

Despite losing seven pitchers to the MLB Draft, Ole Miss has fortified its roster through the transfer portal, added a talented freshman class and is aiming to compete deep into June.
Tyler Papenbrock, a left‑handed pitcher from Louisiana, agreed to a minor‑league contract with the Washington Nationals after going undrafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, following a standout year that included a 4‑0 record, three saves and 29 strikeouts in 40 innings.

Seven Wolfpack players were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, including top fifth‑round picks and an undrafted free‑agent signing, underscoring the program’s continued pipeline to the majors.

The right‑hander inked a free‑agent contract after a two‑year stint at West Virginia, becoming the fifth Mountaineer to sign with an MLB club this week.

From Ernie Koob’s 17‑inning scoreless tie to the Naylor brothers’ simultaneous homers, baseball’s annals are filled with moments that blend skill, drama, and historic significance.

The San Francisco Giants selected McNeese State All‑American pitcher Eric Nachtsheim in the sixth round of the MLB draft, capping a standout collegiate season that included a school‑record 129 strikeouts.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw eight Ole Miss Rebels drafted, including two first‑round selections, prompting head coach Mike Bianco to bolster the roster with experienced transfers and a returning ace.

Four Houston players were chosen on the second day of the MLB Draft, bringing the total to five and marking the most selections since 2019 while tying for the 21st spot nationally.