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The right‑hander inked a free‑agent contract after a two‑year stint at West Virginia, becoming the fifth Mountaineer to sign with an MLB club this week.
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The right‑hander inked a free‑agent contract after a two‑year stint at West Virginia, becoming the fifth Mountaineer to sign with an MLB club this week.

Two WVU standouts, outfielder Paul Schoenfeld and pitcher Ian Korn, were chosen on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, adding to a program that has produced over a hundred major‑league selections.

The 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia showcased the rise of West Virginia University players, from Montesa’s 72nd‑overall pick to Casteel’s high school dominance, highlighting both achievement and the looming decision on collegiate eligibility.

Five West Virginia players — Kyle Casteel, Ian Korn, Armani Guzman, Paul Schoenfeld and Sean Smith — are projected to be among the most compelling selections on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, each bringing a distinct skill set that could shape their professional futures.

Two West Virginia University pitchers, Dawson Montesa and Maxx Yehl, were among the first 100 picks in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the program's rising influence.

Colton Hartman, a highly rated left‑handed pitcher, has transferred to West Virginia University, bringing a strong strikeout record and a proven track record of improvement to the program.

The 2026 first‑year player draft will run through All‑Star weekend, giving teams a short window to lock in sign‑ings, and several Mountaineers stand out among the prospects.

The 2024 transfer portal opened on June 1, and West Virginia University is tracking a cascade of departures, ineligible players, draft‑eligible candidates and a flood of new signees while still competing in the NCAA postseason.

With the college baseball transfer portal now open, West Virginia University's program is undergoing significant changes, including players leaving, those exhausting eligibility, draft‑eligible talent, and a wave of new transfers and signees.

Ian Korn, a graduate pitcher from West Virginia, has been named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-America second team, earning his master's degree with a 4.0 GPA and guiding his team to a historic College World Series run.

The college baseball transfer portal opened on June 1, prompting a wave of movement among West Virginia University players and prospects, many of whom are headed to new programs across the country.

The Mountaineers finished the 2026 campaign with a franchise‑best record, reached the College World Series and are now bolstered by key returnees and a strong recruiting class as they chase a national championship.

The Mountaineers captured their first College World Series berth, driven by standout hitters Gavin Kelly and Armani Guzman, a revitalized pitching staff, and an aggressive recruiting push led by Coach Steve Sabins.

Owen Hull's 4‑for‑5 performance and a coach‑driven aggressive approach powered UNC to a 12‑7 victory over West Virginia, setting up a historic College World Series final.

A look at the Mountaineers' pitching performance, key relievers, and the coach's assessment after a postseason-ending defeat.

The West Virginia Mountaineers fell 12‑7 to the North Carolina Tar Heels in the College World Series, ending a whirlwind stretch that included four games in six days. Coach Steve Sabins, named National Coach of the Year, faced criticism for his pitching decisions, while relievers Ben McDougal and Carson Estridge provided a bright spot.

The West Virginia Mountaineers made history this season by advancing to the College World Series for the first time, hosting a super regional and showcasing a blend of returning stars, draft‑eligible talent and fresh recruits.

North Carolina defeated West Virginia 12-7 in the opening game of the College Baseball World Series, extending their winning streak and setting up a showdown with the Oklahoma-Georgia winner.

UNC’s 12‑run outburst, led by Owen Hull and Gavin Gallaher, propels them into the final series of the College World Series.

A 12‑7 defeat in the final inning capped a breakthrough year for WVU, which finished with the most wins in program history.
The Tar Heels secured a 12-7 win against West Virginia, setting a program record for runs and preparing for a championship series against the winner of Georgia versus Oklahoma.

A historic West Virginia Mountaineers season concluded with a 12-7 defeat to the North Carolina Tar Heels in the College World Series, as the Tar Heels built an early lead and held off a late rally.

With the tournament entering its decisive stretch, the Mountaineers must navigate a tight schedule and a depleted rotation, relying on emerging arms to keep their championship hopes alive.

The first day of the 2026 College World Series in Omaha featured clutch hits, dominant pitching and unexpected steals that set the tone for the championship race.