
Blake Brookins Commits to Oregon State, Brings Left‑Handed Power
Blake Brookins, a 6‑foot‑5 left‑handed outfielder, has pledged to join Oregon State for the 2027 season after a standout summer in the Coastal Plains League.
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Blake Brookins, a 6‑foot‑5 left‑handed outfielder, has pledged to join Oregon State for the 2027 season after a standout summer in the Coastal Plains League.

Blake Brookins, a 6‑foot‑5 left‑handed outfielder, has pledged to Oregon State, bringing a potent bat and defensive versatility to the program.

The promising slugger Blake Brookins has pledged to join Oregon State’s baseball program, adding depth and a potent left‑handed bat to the team’s outfield.

Left‑handed slugger Blake Brookins, who dominated the Coastal Plain League this summer, has pledged to join Oregon State’s 2027 roster, bringing size, power and proven hitting to the program.

Blake Brookins, a 6‑foot‑5 left‑handed hitter, has pledged to join Oregon State for the 2027 season, bringing a blend of size, power and summer league performance that could reshape the Beavers' outfield.

After a redshirt year in 2026 and limited action at Florida, outfielder Blake Brookins is set to join Oregon State, where he could fill the void left by departing starters.

After a disappointing campaign and a wave of player exits, Florida’s baseball program is turning to the transfer portal to reshape its roster, welcoming catchers, outfielders and pitchers who bring fresh experience and proven performance.

The Gators add a versatile outfielder with a strong college track record while several key players enter the transfer portal, reshaping the team's lineup.

After a 10‑2 loss in the Gainesville Regional, nine seniors graduate and several stars head to the MLB Draft, prompting the Gators to turn to the transfer portal for fresh talent.

Florida baseball lands JUCO standout Caden Davidson, a .500 hitter with 110 RBIs and 23 home runs, while the roster sees movement on both the incoming and outgoing sides.

Following a 10‑2 loss to Troy in the NCAA Gainesville Regional, the University of Florida baseball program is set for a sweeping transformation, with nine seniors graduating, several prospects heading to the MLB Draft, and a wave of transfer additions aimed at replenishing the roster.

A look at the players leaving and arriving for the University of Florida baseball program as it prepares for the 2026 campaign.

The University of Florida's baseball program is reshaping its roster as the 2026 season approaches, with a mix of departures and high‑profile transfers shaping the outlook.

Zach Edwards joins a Gators roster in flux, bringing a 5.68 ERA and a high‑velocity arsenal as the team navigates a wave of transfers.

The Gators have added two Oregon State pitchers and several other transfers, while awaiting draft decisions from key players before the portal closes on June 30.

John Martinez, a former Florida Gators infielder, is set to rejoin the University of Florida after spending the last two seasons at Florida Atlantic University. During his time with the Owls, Martinez compiled a .290 batting average and a .755 OPS while appearing in 110 games, and he posted a .973 fielding percentage that highlighted his reliability at the hot corner. Now playing for the Falmouth Commodores in the Cape Cod League, he has opened his summer campaign with a .556 average over two games, underscoring the carry‑over of his offensive spark. The Gators have seen a wave of movement in the transfer portal, with seven pitchers and three position players entering the transfer market, while the coaching staff has secured fresh talent through recent commitments. Among the newcomers are former FGCU catcher Jon Embury, Jacksonville State right‑hander Maddox McDougall, Oregon State southpaw Trey Morris and Utah State infielder Kyle McDaniel, each of whom bring a mix of power and poise to the roster. Coach Rich Dorman, who has guided the team’s pitching staff for several seasons, expressed confidence that the blend of returning veterans and fresh arms will restore depth and competitiveness as the schedule unfolds. The moves reflect a broader trend in college baseball, where player mobility has become a central theme, prompting programs to adapt strategies both on and off the diamond.

Veteran infielder John Martinez rejoins the Florida Gators after a standout season at FAU, adding versatility as the program reshapes its roster ahead of the 2026 draft.

The Gators lose several standout players to the draft and the portal, while welcoming fresh talent with strong collegiate credentials, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.

Kyle McDaniel’s recent pledge to the Florida Gators, coupled with a wave of player movements in the transfer portal, reshapes the team’s composition ahead of the upcoming season.

Florida adds left‑handed ace Trey Morris from Oregon State, while several pitchers enter the portal and new transfers Jon Embury and Maddox McDougall commit.

Despite a 10‑2 loss to Troy in the Gainesville Regional final, the University of Florida baseball program is turning to the transfer portal to replenish talent while confronting the departure of nine seniors and projected MLB draftees.

Eli Blair, a left‑handed pitcher from J.R. Arnold High in Panama City Beach, announced his move to the transfer portal on Monday, joining several other Florida players seeking new opportunities.

Florida’s rising sophomore left‑hander Eli Blair announced his transfer on Monday, joining a wave of southpaws exiting the program while the team welcomes new talent ahead of the next season.

Florida’s baseball team secured commitments from Oregon State pitcher Trey Morris, a freshman All‑American with a 1.98 ERA, and Utah Tech infielder Kyle McDaniel, a .340 hitter, as the Gators prepare for a competitive offseason.