The 2026 MLB Draft Reshapes College Baseball
Only 45 high school players were chosen in the first 135 picks, as college programs leveraged name, image and likeness agreements to retain top prospects and reshape the draft landscape.
Jul 13, 2026
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Vanderbilt Baseball Streak Ends After SEC Tournament Setback
A 19‑year streak of NCAA Tournament appearances appears to have concluded after a loss to Florida in the SEC Tournament, exposing pitching woes and a need for cultural change.
May 21, 2026
Vanderbilt’s 19‑Year NCAA Run Snaps in Heartbreaking Loss to Florida
The Commodores saw their 19‑year streak of NCAA Tournament appearances end with a defeat to Florida, prompting emotional farewells from key seniors and a candid look at the program's future.
May 21, 2026
Chris Maldonado’s Emotional Farewell at Vanderbilt Baseball
Chris Maldonado, a senior pitcher for Vanderbilt, took a slow, deliberate walk toward the dugout during the final weekend festivities that honored his collegiate career, his silhouette framed against the familiar green of Hawkins Field as a quiet crowd gathered to witness the moment.
May 19, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball’s Crucial SEC Run
Vanderbilt's baseball team faces a high‑stakes stretch, needing to win every game to stay alive in the SEC tournament and secure an NCAA berth.
May 17, 2026
Vanderbilt Completes Series Sweep of South Carolina at Hawkins Field
Vanderbilt rallied from a 3‑0 deficit to beat South Carolina 5‑3, completing a series sweep and securing a 32‑24 record ahead of the SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama.
May 16, 2026
Vanderbilt erupts in a six‑run opening inning
Vanderbilt opened the series finale at Hawkins Field with a six‑run first inning, highlighted by Braden Holcomb, Tommy Goodin and Rustan Rigdon, and held on for a 9-5 victory over South Carolina.
May 16, 2026
South Carolina Baseball Suffers 9-1 Loss to Vanderbilt in Series Opener
The Gamecocks fell 9-1 to Vanderbilt on Thursday night, with the Commodores pulling away in the fifth inning after a strong second‑inning start.
May 15, 2026
Vanderbilt Opens Series with 9-1 Victory Over South Carolina
Vanderbilt’s offense exploded while pitcher Connor Fennell and reliever Alex Kranzler secured a 9‑1 win over South Carolina, pushing coach Tim Corbin to a historic milestone.
May 15, 2026