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The right‑hander’s journey from local fields to the Mariners’ development program highlights a milestone for Western Massachusetts baseball.
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The right‑hander’s journey from local fields to the Mariners’ development program highlights a milestone for Western Massachusetts baseball.

A look at the recent draft moves, returning players and the uncertainty facing the Hokies' baseball program after an early tournament elimination.

Jackson Nash, Ray Ladd, Ty Brachbill and Chris Torres were each chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a wave of Big South talent heading to the professional ranks.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw former USC Upstate pitchers Amp Phillips and Chris Torres selected by the Tampa Bay Rays and Seattle Mariners, capping a season that included a Big South regular‑season title and an NCAA Tournament win.

Virginia Tech’s baseball program announced that most position players, including freshman star Ethan Ball, will return for the 2027 season, while new pitchers arrive and a demanding early schedule looms.

Junior right‑hander Daniel Powell, celebrated for his dominant Conference USA performance, has committed to Virginia Tech, bolstering a rotation undergoing significant change.

The Hokies are reshaping their mound staff with a series of high‑profile transfers, led by right‑hander Nic Abraham, to return to the upper tier of the ACC and secure another NCAA Tournament berth.

After a early exit from the Los Angeles Regional, Virginia Tech’s baseball program secures key returnees and adds three promising arms from the Transfer Portal, aiming for a stronger ACC campaign.

Despite a hour‑long delay, Alabama’s offense erupted in the third inning and a steady bullpen effort secured a 7‑5 win over USC Upstate, with coach Rob Vaughn hailing the team’s toughness.

The USC Upstate baseball team clinched its second consecutive Big South Championship, moving the title game to North Carolina and delivering a decisive 8‑1 win that guarantees an NCAA Tournament appearance.

USC Upstate overcame a venue change and a high‑stakes final to win the 2026 Big South Baseball Championship, earning an automatic NCAA Tournament spot.

The Spartans clinched their second straight Big South title, a feat that positions them for the NCAA Tournament and underscores a dominant season under Coach Kane Sweeney.

The Lancers' championship dreams were extinguished on a humid evening in North Carolina as they fell 8‑1 to No. 3 USC Upstate in the Big South title game, capping a historic season that included a first‑ever championship appearance and a 34‑win campaign.

The Spartans defeated Longwood 11-8 in the Big South Tournament opener, pushing their winning streak to four games and marking their sixth consecutive 30‑win season.

The USC Upstate Spartans defeated Longwood University 11-8 in the opening game of the Big South Baseball Championship, highlighted by Trey Bentley’s career‑day grand slam and a strong pitching effort from Chris Torres.

A dramatic 7‑6 win over Elon saw the Spartans overcome early setbacks, tie the game in the ninth, and clinch victory with a walk‑off single in the tenth.