Steven Milam Returns to LSU Baseball for 2027 Season
Steven Milam, a top defensive shortstop, decides to remain at LSU for his senior year in 2027, bringing experience and a strong defensive record to the team.
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Steven Milam, a top defensive shortstop, decides to remain at LSU for his senior year in 2027, bringing experience and a strong defensive record to the team.

LSU shortstop Steven Milam, a top draft prospect, has decided to stay in school after his mother confirmed the decision to The Advocate. The program also welcomes transfers Cade Kurland and Dawson Park, adding depth as the Tigers aim for another SEC run.

A look at the major transfers affecting LSU and other programs ahead of the 2027 season, highlighting key acquisitions and the broader impact on the sport.

LSU secures Cade Kurland, a former First Team All-SEC player, via the transfer portal, hoping his defensive reliability and SEC pedigree will bolster a young infield and offset recent offensive inconsistencies.
LSU has secured the transfer of Florida infielder Cade Kurland, a player who impressed the Tigers with two home runs and five runs scored in a recent series. His proven track record and ability to bounce back from injury make him a key addition for the program.

LSU’s baseball program has secured a potent addition for the 2027 season by landing Florida transfer Cade Kurland, a veteran infielder whose .888 career OPS and 43 home runs have already turned heads across the SEC.

A 10‑2 loss to Troy ended the Gators' season, but the aftermath brings nine graduates, several players headed for the 2026 MLB Draft, and a wave of transfers that could redefine the program.

Cade Kurland, a Florida second baseman sidelined by a shoulder injury, has committed to LSU for his final year of eligibility, bringing a strong collegiate pedigree and MLB draft prospects to the Tigers.

LSU’s baseball program secured a high‑profile addition in Cade Kurland, a Florida Gators infielder whose four‑year college career blends durability, power and clutch hitting.

Maddox McDougall, a right‑handed pitcher from Jacksonville State, has pledged to the Florida Gators through the transfer portal, adding a proven arm to a roster reshaped by recent departures.

Left‑hander Rivers Kurland has entered the transfer portal, leaving Florida with only two southpaws and prompting coach Kevin O'Sullivan to prioritize left‑handed talent in the upcoming cycle.

Maddox McDougall, a sophomore transfer from Jacksonville State, commits to Florida baseball, adding depth to a pitching staff that has seen nine players enter the portal this offseason.
Relief pitcher Maddox McDougall pledged to Florida after a standout sophomore season at Jacksonville State, while catcher Jon Embury joins from Florida Gulf Coast. Their arrivals coincide with a broader transfer wave affecting the Gators roster.

A 10‑2 loss to Troy ended the Gators’ season, prompting a wave of departures and new transfers as the program looks to rebuild.

Rivers Kurland, a top‑ranked left‑hander from the 2025 class, has entered the transfer portal, prompting Florida to overhaul its pitching staff and target new talent.

The Gators’ season ended in a 10‑2 loss to Troy, sparking a wave of departures and strategic transfers as the program looks to reload for 2027.

Cade Kurland's four-year Gators tenure ends as he joins a wave of transfers, while the team adds Jon Embury and sees multiple pitchers exit the program.
After four seasons at the University of Florida, Cade Kurland has entered the transfer portal, aiming to maximize his draft prospects as the 2026 MLB Draft approaches.

Kolt Myers entered the transfer portal on Thursday, becoming the first position player from the Gators to do so this cycle. His high‑school pedigree and recent collegiate struggles highlight a broader trend of roster turnover, even as Florida adds 2026 ASUN Player of the Year Jon Embury.
With the portal window running from June 1 to 30 and the draft scheduled for July 13‑14, the Gators must replace key left‑handed arms, two catchers and several infield pieces while retaining a strong pitching core and a stacked outfield.
The Gators hosted a historic regional, earned a top‑eight seed, and now face a wave of departures while retaining hope for the next season.

The Gators are reshaping their roster after a disappointing 2026 NCAA Tournament, losing several draft‑eligible pitchers and positioning a new class of talent to fill the gaps.
Despite historic wins and a young, promising roster, the University of Florida baseball team saw its 2026 season unravel with a loss to Troy, highlighting coaching changes, injuries, and erratic performance.

Troy University defeated Florida 16‑11 in a high‑scoring game, with Jimmy Janicki’s two homers and six RBIs leading the charge and a winner‑take‑all matchup looming.