Vanderbilt Baseball Poised for Talent Surge After 2026 Draft
Vanderbilt expects at least five top‑100 prospects to join the program, while key undrafted players consider returning for another season.
Jul 13, 2026
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Matt Conte Withdraws from 2026 MLB Draft, Commits to Vanderbilt
Matt Conte, a Wake Forest catcher, has pulled out of the 2026 MLB Draft and will join Vanderbilt next season after a .274 average and 12 home runs.
Jul 11, 2026
Matt Conte Withdraws from MLB Draft to Join Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt secures a top transfer catcher as he pulls out of the 2026 MLB Draft.
Jul 11, 2026
Vanderbilt lands Wake Forest catcher Matt Conte as 2026 MLB Draft looms
Matt Conte, a draft‑eligible sophomore catcher from Wake Forest, has elected to forgo the 2026 MLB Draft and commit to Vanderbilt, where he is expected to start at catcher. His decision comes alongside the draft‑eligibility of two other Vanderbilt transfers, Dominic Monaco and Niko Brini, who are not projected to be selected.
Jul 11, 2026
Maddix Simpson Commits to Vanderbilt Baseball
Maddix Simpson, a standout infielder from Ohio State, announced his commitment to Vanderbilt on July 10, bringing a .283 average, eight doubles and four home runs from the 2026 campaign and elite defensive skills at both third base and shortstop.
Jul 10, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball Secures Eight Transfer Portal Commitments
Vanderbilt has added eight players through the transfer portal, including experienced pitcher Shane Brinham, ACC catcher Matt Conte, and power hitter Hunter Ray, aiming to address key needs and inject youthful upside into the squad.
Jul 9, 2026
Vanderbilt Bolsters Pitching Rotation with Michigan Transfer Shane Brinham
Vanderbilt's baseball program adds Shane Brinham, a Michigan left‑hander, to address its pitching needs. His 3.88 ERA and two shutouts could secure a starting role for 2027.
Jul 4, 2026
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
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 Bolsters Pitching Staff with Transfer Dominic Monaco
Vanderbilt adds Dominic Monaco, a left‑handed pitcher from Western Kentucky, to address its bullpen needs. The move comes as the program seeks to rebuild after a challenging 2026 season.
Jul 2, 2026
Dominic Monaco Commits to Vanderbilt Baseball
A Western Kentucky alum with a strong Northwoods League pedigree has pledged to join Vanderbilt’s roster, adding depth and versatility to the bullpen.
Jul 2, 2026
WKU Baseball Closes CUSA Tournament with Heart‑Breaking 12‑11 Loss
The Hilltoppers pushed Jacksonville State to the brink in the CUSA Tournament, but a 12‑11 defeat capped a season that delivered four straight 30‑win campaigns, a 495‑foot homer, and a suite of program records.
May 22, 2026
WKU Baseball Falls 6-3 to Delaware in Season-Ending Showdown
WKU’s final regular-season game against Delaware ended 6-3 after a back-and-forth contest that saw early leads, a career-high pitching performance and a late surge by the visitors.
May 16, 2026