
Big 12 Dominates 2026 MLB Draft with Record-Breaking Selections
From Texas Tech to Arizona State, the Big 12’s 14 programs contributed a historic number of draft picks, with the St. Louis Cardinals leading the way in selections.
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From Texas Tech to Arizona State, the Big 12’s 14 programs contributed a historic number of draft picks, with the St. Louis Cardinals leading the way in selections.

From historic home‑run totals to a deep postseason run and multiple draft selections, the Cowboys’ 2026 campaign delivered milestones on the field and in the classroom.

The star slugger announced his commitment to Oklahoma State University for the upcoming season, despite being drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals.

The 2026 MLB Draft is currently underway, with Oklahoma State players and signees being selected. Alex Conover was the first Cowboy taken in the fourth round, while Dylan Bowen was chosen by the Cincinnati Reds in the fifth round.

After a junior season that saw him hit .357 with 14 home runs and lead the team in stolen bases, Alex Conover was selected by the Padres in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft.

Alex Conover, a junior outfielder from Tuttle, Oklahoma, was chosen 134th overall by the San Diego Padres in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting a strong collegiate performance that included a .357 average, 14 home runs and 16 steals.

The 2026 MLB Draft will be a two‑day, 20‑round event held around All‑Star weekend in Philadelphia, where at least three Oklahoma State Cowboys players are expected to be selected.

Oklahoma State is set to compete in the 2027 College Baseball Series, playing three games at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, while the tournament expands to include surprise locations across the country. With a strong 2026 record and key recruiting moves, the team aims to break past recent postseason barriers.

The Cowboys secured a 9-2 win over TCU, highlighted by home runs from Avery Ortiz and Garrett Shull and solid relief work from Mario Pesca.

The Cowboys erupted for four consecutive homers in the fourth inning, turning a 3‑3 tie into an 8‑3 lead en route to a 13‑6 win over Arizona State.

Oklahoma State overcame a seven-run hole to defeat TCU 11-10, with Kollin Ritchie and Aidan Meola driving the offense and a strong relief effort sealing the sweep.
The Alabama State baseball team fought valiantly in the Tuscaloosa Regional, but a 11th‑inning homer by Oklahoma State’s Kollin Ritchie sealed an 8‑7 defeat.

The Cowboys enter their thirteenth straight NCAA Tournament under Josh Holliday, focusing on quality innings, potent hitting, and a deep bullpen as they navigate a double‑elimination regional in Tuscaloosa.

The 2026 tournament brackets reveal a mix of seasoned SEC juggernauts, mid‑major upstarts, and unexpected slumps, setting the stage for a dramatic battle for the national title.

Oklahoma State defeated UCF 12-6 in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinal round behind a standout performance by Colin Brueggemann.
Oklahoma State’s baseball team, powered by a top‑ranked offense led by Kollin Ritchie and Alex Conover, eyes a deep postseason run while navigating injuries to key pitchers.
Oklahoma State’s offense ranks second nationally in home runs, led by standout hitters Kollin Ritchie and Alex Conover, while the pitching staff works to overcome key injuries as the Big 12 Tournament offers a preview of NCAA postseason play.

Two Oklahoma State standouts earn first‑team accolades, while additional players receive second‑team and honorable‑mention nods ahead of the Big 12 Tournament.

Kollin Ritchie and Alex Conover headline Oklahoma State's impressive showing in the 2026 All-Big 12 Baseball awards, while teammates Aidan Meola, Ethan Lund, Brock Thompson and Stormy Rhodes also receive recognition.

From shutout masterpieces to power‑hitting bursts, nine collegiate stars delivered unforgettable outings that defined the closing chapter of the 2026 regular season.

Oklahoma State’s 13-1 win over Arizona featured a season-high 17 hits, five multi-hit players, and a career-defining complete game by Ethan Lund, pushing the Cowboys to a 35-19 record and evening the series.

A dramatic sixth‑inning grand slam by Avery Ortiz and clutch performances from Alex Conover and Kollin Ritchie turned a 4‑2 deficit into a 12‑7 victory for Oklahoma State over Oral Roberts.