USC Baseball Faces Roster Overhaul After Cadena and Lopez Exit
The Trojans lose two of their most productive hitters to the transfer portal, forcing a reshaping of the offense and a scramble for replacements.
Jul 1, 2026
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USC Trojans Baseball Roster Shakeup: Adrian Lopez Exits as Optimism Lingers for 2027
After a standout season marked by a .316 average and 93 RBIs, Adrian Lopez has entered the transfer portal, joining a wave of departures that threatens to reshape the Trojans' lineup. Yet the team retains key talent and recent additions, fueling cautious optimism for the upcoming campaign.
Jun 29, 2026
USC Baseball Falls in Marathon 14‑Inning Duel with Oregon
The No. 17 USC baseball team fell 6‑5 to No. 16 Oregon after a 14‑inning battle, with Kevin Takeuchi’s two‑run homer and a stellar relief effort shaping the outcome.
Jun 28, 2026
Isaac Cadena Heads for the Transfer Portal as USC Baseball Faces a Roster Overhaul
After a breakout junior season that saw his average surge past .300, catcher Isaac Cadena is leaving USC, joining a wave of transfers that includes pitchers Diego Velasquez and Gavin Lauridsen, while draft‑eligible Mason Edwards eyes the MLB draft.
Jun 25, 2026
USC Baseball Concludes Season with Narrow Loss to UNC
Despite a 4-3 defeat that ended their campaign, the USC baseball team reflects on a historic 19-game winning streak, emerging talents, and upcoming draft prospects.
Jun 9, 2026
UNC Baseball Stuns USC in Chapel Hill Super Regional Thriller
The Tar Heels erased a deficit with a decisive eighth‑inning surge, highlighted by Owen Hull’s clutch double and a dominant pitching performance by Caden Glauber.
Jun 8, 2026
Tar Heels Stun Trojans in Ninth-Inning Rally to Reach College World Series
In a stunning finish, the University of North Carolina erased a 3-1 deficit in the bottom of the ninth to defeat USC and clinch a spot in the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
Tar Heels Stun USC in Walk‑Off Super Regional Thriller
A dramatic ninth‑inning comeback propels the University of North Carolina past USC, securing a 4‑3 victory and a spot in the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
UNC Baseball Forces Game 3 After Shutout Victory Over USC
UNC’s 4‑0 win over USC on June 6 sets up a winner‑take‑all showdown, as the team chases its 13th College World Series appearance.
Jun 6, 2026
USC Baseball Stuns North Carolina with Grand Slam Comeback in Chapel Hill
After falling behind 5‑1, USC erupted in the later innings, highlighted by Dean Carpentier’s grand slam, to win 9‑5 and move within one victory of the College World Series.
Jun 5, 2026
USC Opens Super Regional with 9-5 Victory Over North Carolina
The USC baseball team defeated North Carolina 9-5 in the opening game of the Super Regional, highlighted by a decisive grand slam and an eight-run sixth and seventh inning surge.
Jun 5, 2026
Super Regional Preview: North Carolina Tar Heels vs. USC Trojans
The 2026 super regional pits North Carolina's disciplined staff against USC's rising offense, featuring star pitcher Mason Edwards and a deep Tar Heels rotation, setting the stage for a pivotal showdown.
Jun 4, 2026
USC Trojans Eye Super Regional Showdown Against North Carolina
The Trojans have advanced to the Chapel Hill Super Regionals and must rely on a strategic rest for their top pitcher and an early offensive burst to challenge the Tar Heels.
Jun 4, 2026
USC Baseball Eyes College World Series in Super Regional Showdown
USC's baseball squad opens a best‑of‑three Super Regional against North Carolina on Friday, June 5, with the winner advancing toward the College World Series. Key performances from Augie Lopez, Grant Govel and Mason Edwards underscore the team's recent dominance.
Jun 4, 2026
USC Baseball Secures Super Regional Spot, Eyes College World Series
The Trojans defeated Texas A&M 7‑1 to advance to the Super Regional, with Augie Lopez’s five‑run performance leading the charge toward a potential College World Series appearance.
Jun 4, 2026
USC Baseball Makes Historic Super Regional Return After Dramatic Comeback
A two‑decade drought ends as USC's baseball team clinches a Super Regional berth with a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, fueled by standout performances from Augie Lopez and Grant Govel.
Jun 2, 2026
USC Baseball Secures Historic Super Regional Spot with Dominant Win Over Texas A&M
USC’s baseball team clinches a Super Regional berth with a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, highlighted by Augie Lopez’s three‑run homer and Grant Govel’s dominant pitching.
Jun 2, 2026
Aggies’ 2026 Baseball Season Ends in Regional Final Loss
Texas A&M's 2026 baseball campaign concluded with a 7‑1 defeat to USC, ending a 41‑16 season highlighted by standout performances from Freshcorn and Harrison.
Jun 2, 2026
Augie Lopez’s Heroics Propel USC to Super Regionals
USC sophomore Augie Lopez delivered a decisive three‑run homer in the seventh inning, turning a tight contest into a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M and securing the Trojans’ first super‑regional berth in two decades.
Jun 2, 2026
USC Trojans Surge to Regional Final After 15-4 Victory Over Texas State
The USC baseball team erupted for 15 runs, with Takeuchi delivering a grand slam and Matson dominating on the mound, propelling them into the next round against Texas A&M.
Jun 1, 2026
Texas State Baseball Eyes Super Regionals in Crucial USC Showdown
After a heavy loss to Texas A&M, Texas State must rally against a deep USC pitching staff, relying on late‑inning resilience and key performances from players like Chase Mora.
May 31, 2026
USC Trojans Blast Lamar 19-6, Andrew Lamb’s Homer Propels Regional Advance
USC’s 19‑6 victory over Lamar featured a 421‑foot home run by Andrew Lamb and a season‑high run total, setting up a showdown with the Texas A&M/Texas State loser.
May 31, 2026
USC Baseball Overpowers Lamar, Sets Up Regional Final Clash
The USC Trojans erupted for a season‑high 19 runs in a decisive win over Lamar, with standout performances from Adrian Lopez, Andrew Lamb, Isaac Cadena and Walter Urbon, positioning them for a showdown against the Texas A&M/Texas State loser.
May 31, 2026
Lamar Cardinals’ Season Ends in 19-6 Loss to USC as Coach Davis Moves On
The Cardinals' postseason run concluded with a 19‑6 defeat to USC, marking the end of a 34‑27 campaign that featured a Southland Conference title and the departure of head coach Will Davis for the University of Houston.
May 31, 2026