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Coach Bill Self announces the continuation of Kohl Rosario and Paul Mbiya, the arrival of top prospect Tyran Stokes, and the expected return of senior center Christian Reeves, setting the stage for a deep and competitive lineup.
A sudden bout of inclement weather forced a postponement of the NCAA super regional contest between Kansas and Oklahoma that was slated to begin at 5 p.m. Central Time on Sunday, casting uncertainty over a series that could determine which program advances to the College World Series in Omaha.
St. Thomas Aquinas clinched its third consecutive Class 5A state baseball championship with a 4-0 win over Shawnee Heights at Eck Stadium in Wichita on May 30. The Saints' pitching staff and a pivotal defensive catch defined the game.
The Jayhawks defeated Northeastern 6-3 at Hoglund Ballpark, highlighted by early home runs from Mungarrieta and Osoria and a shutout ninth inning by Boede Rahe.
Kansas baseball captures Big 12 regular-season and tournament crowns, earns a top national seed, and extends head coach Dan Fitzgerald as the program receives substantial financial backing.
Kansas opened a 3‑0 advantage over Oklahoma State in the semifinals of the Big 12 Conference tournament, capitalizing on key RBI singles and doubles from Augusto Mungarrieta, Jordan Bach and Tyson LeBlanc while Mason Cook delivered two scoreless innings on the mound.
Kansas overcame a ninth‑inning rally to defeat Baylor 8-7, highlighted by Savion Flowers’ walk‑off home run and a strong early pitching display.
The Kansas baseball team captured the Big 12 regular‑season title and now faces a critical quarterfinal against Baylor, relying on depth and a never‑give‑up mentality despite the loss of star player Brady Ballinger.
The Shawnee Heights baseball squad captured its third consecutive regional title on May 20, edging Lansing 3-2 and earning a spot in the upcoming state tournament.
Kansas baseball coach Dan Fitzgerald, the Big 12 coach of the year, says he remains focused on his current team while drawing national attention, as South Carolina explores potential replacements.
Dan Fitzgerald’s second straight Coach of the Year award underscores Kansas baseball’s dominance, highlighted by a regular‑season title, a top‑16 national ranking and a slate of All‑Big 12 honorees.
Rossville overcame a 4‑0 hole to beat St. Marys 14‑4 in the regional tournament, with Jakoby McDonnell, Canann Mitchell and Cameron Miller delivering the decisive blows.
The Jayhawks have added a highly touted 2026 prospect, Atticus Richmond, to their roster, aiming to build on last season’s 24‑11 record and advance beyond the round of 32.