Vanderbilt Secures Transfer Catcher to Bolster 2026 Roster
Vanderbilt's baseball team adds experienced catcher Matt Conte via the transfer portal, joining a lineup that already ranked among the SEC's most potent offenses.
Jul 2, 2026
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Vanderbilt Baseball Secures Commitment from Wake Forest Catcher Matt Conte
Matt Conte, a draft‑eligible sophomore, chose Vanderbilt after a standout 2026 season at Wake Forest, bringing 12 home runs and a .274 average to the SEC.
Jul 2, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball Locks in Core, Eyes Draft Future
Vanderbilt’s roster blends proven hitters, a returning pitching staff and new portal talent, while draft‑eligible players weigh professional options.
Jul 1, 2026
Vanderbilt Secures NCAA Home Run Leader Hunter Ray in Ambitious Roster Overhaul
Vanderbilt has landed Hunter Ray, the 2026 NEC Player of the Year and national home‑run leader, as part of a four‑player transfer class aimed at restoring the Commodores' former glory after a historic tournament miss.
Jun 20, 2026
Hunter Ray Commits to Vanderbilt, Bolstering Outfield for 2026 Season
Hunter Ray, a power-hitting transfer ranked No. 44 by Baseball America, pledged to Vanderbilt on June 20, filling a key void left by departing corner outfielders and adding depth to a youthful outfield group.
Jun 20, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball Shapes 2027 Roster Through Transfer Portal Moves
Vanderbilt is leveraging the transfer portal to add three key players — Blaize Ward, Bud Coombs and Niko Brini — while navigating injuries and the exit of bullpen stalwarts.
Jun 17, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball Turns to Transfer Portal to Bolster 2027 Pitching Staff
Vanderbilt’s roster overhaul highlights the growing reliance on the NCAA transfer portal to address pitching shortages and reshape the 2027 lineup.
Jun 17, 2026
Maryland Baseball Faces Roster Upheaval as Transfer Portal Floods In
With 24 players heading for the transfer portal, the Terrapins lose the bulk of their offensive and pitching production, prompting a strategic shift toward experienced transfers.
Jun 16, 2026
Blaize Ward’s Transfer to Vanderbilt Adds Firepower for a New Era
Blaize Ward’s transfer to Vanderbilt brings offensive firepower and defensive stability after a standout freshman season, as the Commodores aim to rebound from a missed NCAA Tournament.
Jun 12, 2026
Blaize Ward Commits to Vanderbilt Baseball, Bolstering Infield for Future Seasons
Vanderbilt secured a sophomore transfer who hit .296 last season, addressing a critical second‑base vacancy and joining a wave of impact transfers.
Jun 9, 2026
Bud Coombs Commits to Vanderbilt Baseball, Bolstering Outfield for 2026 Season
Bud Coombs, a transfer outfielder from Maryland and Big Ten All‑Freshman Team member, has pledged to Vanderbilt baseball, aiming to fill corner‑outfield gaps while his football future remains uncertain.
Jun 9, 2026
Maryland Baseball Roster Shakeup as Bud Coombs Joins Transfer Portal Exodus
Freshman two‑sport star Bud Coombs has entered the transfer portal, joining several other Maryland baseball players in a wave of departures that underscore the program’s ongoing struggles.
Jun 2, 2026
Maryland Baseball’s 2026 Season Ends in Disappointment as Offseason Looms
The Terrapins finished with a 27‑29 record, missed the Big Ten Tournament and now face a mass exodus of players and a contract‑limited coach
May 28, 2026
Maryland Terrapins Shine at 2026 Big Ten Postseason Awards
Brayden Martin, Bud Coombs, Ty Kaunas, Ryan Costello and Aden Hill were recognized for their exceptional performances, with Martin breaking two program records and Hill receiving the Sportsmanship Award.
May 19, 2026
Maryland Baseball Closes Season with 6-4 Victory Over Penn State
Maryland’s baseball team rallied late, powered by home runs from Devin Russell and Paul Jones II, to defeat Penn State 6‑4 and finish the season on a high note.
May 16, 2026
Maryland Baseball Crushes Penn State 12-2 in Dominant Shutout Performance
Maryland’s baseball team rolled past Penn State 12-2, powered by Cristofer Cespedes’ dominant pitching and a barrage of extra-base hits that turned an early deficit into a decisive win.
May 16, 2026
Penn State Baseball Falls 12-2 to Maryland in Seven-Inning Shutout
Maryland’s pitcher Cristofer Cespedes struck out 12 Nittany Lions as the Terrapins rolled to a 12‑2 victory, ending the game early with a 10‑run rule.
May 16, 2026
Penn State Baseball Overpowers Maryland in Record-Setting 13-3 Victory
The Nittany Lions erupted offensively, scoring 13 runs in seven innings while stranding a dozen baserunners, setting a new program mark for home runs.
May 15, 2026
Bud Coombs: Maryland’s Dual-Sport Freshman Making Waves
Freshman Bud Coombs dazzles for the University of Maryland in both baseball and football, earning accolades for his .364 batting average, eight home runs, and top‑ranked defensive plays.
May 14, 2026
College Baseball Standouts Shine as Season Winds Down
A look at the top hitters and pitchers making noise as the college baseball regular season nears its end.
May 12, 2026