Seven Florida Gators Ink MLB Deals
A group of Florida Gators baseball players have agreed to professional contracts with Major League Baseball teams, collectively earning over $6.7 million in signing bonuses.
Jul 27, 2026
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Florida Gators Projected 2027 Baseball Starting Lineup After MLB Draft
A revamped coaching staff and strategic additions via the transfer portal set the stage for a competitive 2027 season, with a lineup that blends proven performers and fresh talent.
Jul 27, 2026
Hayden Yost Signs with Seattle Mariners After Fifth-Round Draft Selection
Former Florida standout Hayden Yost inked a professional contract with the Seattle Mariners after being chosen 162nd overall in the 2026 MLB Draft, a deal that guarantees the slot value of $429,100.
Jul 25, 2026
All Florida 2026 MLB Draft Picks Ink Pro Contracts
Every Florida baseball player and signee selected in the 2026 MLB Draft has signed, from first‑round right‑hander Liam Peterson to undrafted catcher Karson Bowen.
Jul 24, 2026
Florida Gators’ 2026 Draft Class Finalizes Contracts with Record Bonuses
All six Florida baseball draftees have signed professional contracts, with notable over‑slot bonuses and a historic undrafted free‑agent agreement that underscores the program’s rising draft profile
Jul 24, 2026
Florida Prospects Shine in 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft concluded with six Florida players and one signee among 613 total selections, showcasing the Gators' impact on professional baseball.
Jul 24, 2026
Florida’s Finest Shine in the 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft saw Florida produce a standout group of prospects, with six current players and a recent signee drafted across the first five rounds, each receiving slot‑assigned values and bonus expectations.
Jul 24, 2026
Six Florida Gators Selected in 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft saw a record number of Florida Gators selected, underscoring the program's sustained excellence and its impact on professional baseball.
Jul 13, 2026
Hayden Yost Drafted by Mariners, Bringing Florida Power Surge to Seattle
Florida outfielder Hayden Yost was selected 162nd overall by the Seattle Mariners, earning a $429,100 slot value after a standout junior season marked by a .958 OPS, 10 homers and elite defensive metrics.
Jul 12, 2026
Hayden Yost Drafted by Seattle Mariners in Fifth Round
The Seattle Mariners selected Tampa native Hayden Yost with the 162nd overall pick, rewarding a season that featured 10 home runs and a .262 average.
Jul 12, 2026
Hayden Yost Drafted by Seattle Mariners in Fifth Round of 2026 MLB Draft
Hayden Yost, a Tampa native and University of Florida standout, was selected 162nd overall by the Seattle Mariners in the 2026 MLB Draft after a breakout game against LSU that featured three home runs.
Jul 12, 2026
2026 MLB Draft Opens in Philadelphia with Gators Prospects Headlining
The 2026 MLB Draft begins July 11 in Philadelphia, featuring a strong Florida Gators presence, a high‑profile selection by the Cleveland Guardians and extensive broadcast coverage.
Jul 11, 2026
Florida’s Finest Lead 2026 MLB Draft Field
With the 2026 MLB Draft kicking off this weekend, a cluster of Florida standouts — including right‑hander Liam Peterson and outfielder Kyle Jones — are projected to be among the first names called.
Jul 9, 2026
Florida Gators Baseball Prospects Lead the Way in Upcoming MLB Draft
With the MLB Draft set for July 11‑12, Florida’s standout players are projected to be selected across the first rounds, continuing the program’s tradition of producing major‑league talent.
Jul 9, 2026
Florida Gators dominate 2026 MLB Draft prospects as coverage expands
The 2026 MLB Draft begins July 11 in Philadelphia, and Florida’s baseball program is poised to deliver a historic number of selections, backed by decades of draft success and extensive broadcast coverage.
Jul 9, 2026
Gators Send 14 Players to Pivotal Summer Baseball Venues Ahead of 2026 Season
Fourteen University of Florida baseball players will disperse across elite summer leagues and training camps in 2026, showcasing the program’s depth and the nation’s growing scouting interest.
Jun 19, 2026
Gators Head to Summer Leagues Across the Country
After the 2026 UF Baseball season, a group of Gators players will test themselves in a variety of summer circuits, from the Cape Cod League to the USA Collegiate National Team, showcasing the program’s depth and ambition.
Jun 18, 2026
Gators Gear Up for a Summer of Growth
Florida’s baseball program finishes a 41‑21 season, earns the No. 8 national seed, and sends several standout athletes to a prestigious training camp and summer leagues.
Jun 15, 2026
Florida Gators Baseball Preps for 2027 After Draft Exodus
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.
Jun 2, 2026
Troy’s Offensive Onslaught Overpowers Florida in Gainesville Regional Clash
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.
Jun 1, 2026
Miami Faces Florida in Crucial NCAA Baseball Showdown
Miami and Florida meet at Condron Family Ballpark in a high‑stakes matchup that could determine which program advances to the super regionals.
May 31, 2026
Florida Gators Stun Rider with Walk-Off Win in Extra-Inning Thriller
After a six-run eighth rally by Rider, Florida answered with clutch hits from Cade Kurland and Matt Leahy, culminating in Brendan Lawson’s walk‑off single that sealed an 8‑7 victory.
May 29, 2026
Gators to Host Rider in Gainesville Regional on May 2
The No. 8 Gators, boasting a .324 team average and 32 homers over their last dozen games, will face Rider, a team that has won eight of its past ten, in the Gainesville Regional on May 2. The game is set for a 1 p.m. ET start and will be available on ESPN+.
May 29, 2026
Florida Gators Prepare for NCAA Tournament Opener Against Rider
The Florida Gators, the No. 8 national seed and host of the Gainesville Regional, open the NCAA Tournament against fourth‑seed Rider. With a legacy of postseason success and a roster brimming with talent, the team looks to extend its recent surge.
May 28, 2026