
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.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Gary Morse across 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.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw six Tennessee players drafted, highlighted by first‑round pitcher Tegan Kuhns and late‑round picks Jake McCoy and Andrew Duncan, while prospects such as Henry Ford and Bo Rhuby signed with major‑league clubs.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw five Tennessee prospects selected, alongside two high school signees, while several other recruits opted for college.

Gary Morse, a 6-foot-8 pitcher from Orange Lutheran High School, has decided to sign with the University of Tennessee instead of entering the MLB Draft, highlighting a trend among top prospects to develop at the collegiate level
After going undrafted in the first ten rounds, right‑hander Gary Morse will join the University of Tennessee next season, bringing a record‑setting high school career to the SEC.

A two‑day, 20‑round draft in Philadelphia will spotlight a deep pool of Tennessee talent, from current Volunteers to transfer commits, as scouts from major outlets project where they might land.

The University of Tennessee's baseball program has locked in eleven new transfer athletes, a move that could reshape the roster ahead of the upcoming season. While the commitments signal a bold recruiting push, several of the newcomers are also projected to hear their names called in the MLB draft.

The 2026 MLB Draft will take place in Philadelphia on July 11‑12, spotlighting Tennessee’s strong contingent of prospects, including pitcher Tegan Kuhns and two top‑ranked freshmen, Jared Grindlinger and Trevor Condon, who are projected to be selected within the first 20 picks.
The 2026 draft will take place in Philadelphia on July 11‑12, featuring Tennessee prospects Tegan Kuhns, Jared Grindlinger and Trevor Condon among the top prospects.
A look at the schools amassing the most elite five‑star and four‑star commitments ahead of the 2026 MLB draft, highlighting standout recruits and the competitive landscape.

As the college baseball transfer window shut, Tennessee's coaching staff finalized a mix of returnees, departures and new additions ahead of the upcoming MLB Draft.

Tennessee’s baseball program is reshaping its pitching rotation for the 2026 season, blending returning arms with a wave of transfers, while several players eye the MLB draft.

With the transfer portal set to close in just over a week, Tennessee has secured its fourth incoming pitcher, while several seniors have exhausted eligibility and several prospects eye the MLB Draft.

Baseball America’s latest Top 500 draft prospect list showcases a wealth of talent from the University of Tennessee’s 2026 class, with multiple players ranked among the nation’s best.

A look at the Tennessee players and commits invited to the MLB Draft combine, the significance of their selections, and what it means for the upcoming draft.

A look at the top Tennessee baseball prospects highlighted in the latest MLB.com draft rankings, featuring standout performances by Grindlinger, Condon and others.
The 2026 MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix will feature a strong Tennessee presence, with four current Volunteers and several top signing‑class prospects invited ahead of the July draft in Philadelphia.

The 2026 All-Orange County baseball team was recognized for outstanding performances, with Jared Grindlinger named Player of the Year, Drew Slevcove honored as Pitcher of the Year, and Jim Kiefer awarded Coach of the Year. Their achievements helped their schools capture championships and dominate the All-County selections.
Tennessee’s 2026 baseball recruiting class is ranked third nationally, featuring 19 prospects projected across the first three rounds, with slot values and scouting rankings underscoring the state’s rising baseball pedigree.

Recent moves in the Tennessee Volunteers baseball roster reveal a blend of departures and commitments as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

The newest Rivals High School Baseball Top 25 poll showcases Orange Lutheran’s ascent, St. John Bosco’s resilience, and the ambitions of Calallen and Tomball as the season progresses.