Florida Gators add Oregon State right‑hander Zach Edwards as transfer portal churn continues
Zach Edwards joins a Gators roster in flux, bringing a 5.68 ERA and a high‑velocity arsenal as the team navigates a wave of transfers.
Jun 20, 2026
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Florida Gators bolster pitching staff with Oregon State transfers
The Gators have added two Oregon State pitchers and several other transfers, while awaiting draft decisions from key players before the portal closes on June 30.
Jun 20, 2026
Florida Gators Add Left‑Handed Ace Trey Morris and Infielder Kyle McDaniel to 2026 Roster
Florida’s baseball team secured commitments from Oregon State pitcher Trey Morris, a freshman All‑American with a 1.98 ERA, and Utah Tech infielder Kyle McDaniel, a .340 hitter, as the Gators prepare for a competitive offseason.
Jun 17, 2026
USC Baseball Loses Pitcher Gavin Lauridsen to Transfer Portal After Strong Season
The University of Southern California’s baseball program is navigating the departure of freshman pitcher Gavin Lauridsen to the transfer portal, a move that comes after a standout season that included a 48‑18 record, a Super Regional appearance and a memorable performance against Oregon.
Jun 15, 2026
Rivers Kurland’s Transfer Moves Send Ripples Through Florida’s Baseball Program
Left‑hander Rivers Kurland has entered the transfer portal, leaving Florida with only two southpaws and prompting coach Kevin O'Sullivan to prioritize left‑handed talent in the upcoming cycle.
Jun 10, 2026
Rivers Kurland’s Transfer Moves Shake Florida’s Pitching Plans
Rivers Kurland, a top‑ranked left‑hander from the 2025 class, has entered the transfer portal, prompting Florida to overhaul its pitching staff and target new talent.
Jun 9, 2026
Cade Kurland’s Gators Career Ends Amid Transfer Portal Upheaval
Cade Kurland's four-year Gators tenure ends as he joins a wave of transfers, while the team adds Jon Embury and sees multiple pitchers exit the program.
Jun 6, 2026
Alabama and St. John’s Gear Up for Tuscaloosa Super Regional Showdown
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament’s Tuscaloosa Super Regional pits the nation’s No. 7 seed Alabama against streaking St. John’s, with expert predictions split between a Crimson Tide sweep and a potential upset.
Jun 6, 2026
Florida Baseball Parts Ways with Pitching Coach David Kopp After Five Seasons
After five years, Florida's pitching coach David Kopp was dismissed amid a 27‑run regional debacle and a 4.61 team ERA, sparking a search for a new arms architect while Michael Byrne remains on staff.
Jun 6, 2026
Aidan King Emerges as Front‑Runner for College Pitcher of the Year
Florida sophomore right‑hander Aidan King has become the talk of college baseball after being named a finalist for Baseball America’s College Pitcher of the Year award. His 2026 SEC Pitcher of the Year honor reflects a season of elite performance and remarkable consistency.
May 29, 2026
Aidan King Emerges as Top Contender for College Pitcher of the Year
A sophomore right‑hander from Florida is a finalist for Baseball America's College Pitcher of the Year after a season that featured a 2.68 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 89 strikeouts in 84 innings.
May 29, 2026
Arizona State Baseball Poised for Deep Run in 2026 College World Series
With a 37‑19 record and a No. 3 seed in the Lincoln Regional, Arizona State is being viewed as a legitimate contender for the 2026 College World Series. Experts highlight the team's elite hitting, national rankings and the impact of star sophomore Landon Hairston.
May 28, 2026
Kevin Schnall Emerges as Top Contender for South Carolina Baseball Coaching Position
With a near‑75% win rate, a College World Series final appearance and a deep loyalty to Coastal Carolina, Kevin Schnall is being courted by the University of South Carolina, where a lucrative SEC role could reshape the program’s strategy and future.
May 26, 2026
Florida State Preps for Tallahassee Regional Showdown
Hosting the Tallahassee Regional for the third straight season, Florida State aims to advance to the College World Series while confronting a formidable Coastal Carolina squad led by pitcher Cameron Flukey.
May 25, 2026
Kansas Baseball Eyes Historic Home‑Field Edge in NCAA Tournament Regional Projections
Projections place the Jayhawks as top seeds for regional hosting at Hoglund Ballpark, with a slate of opponents and key players emerging as the 2026 NCAA Tournament approaches.
May 23, 2026
Kansas Baseball Poised to Host NCAA Tournament Games at Hoglund Ballpark
A 9‑2 win over Oklahoma State has put the Jayhawks in contention to host NCAA regional play for the first time, with multiple outlets projecting Kansas as a top seed and outlining a competitive bracket of potential opponents.
May 23, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats’ NCAA Tournament Hopes Hang in the Balance After SEC Exit
The Wildcats fell to Vanderbilt in the first round of the SEC Tournament, and while national projections place them near the bottom of the field, there remains a narrow pathway to the NCAA Tournament.
May 21, 2026
South Carolina Seeks Its Fourth Baseball Coach in 14 Years
After a decade and a half of turnover, the Gamecocks are poised to appoint a new leader, with Coastal Carolina’s Kevin Schnall, Kansas’s Dan Fitzgerald and Georgia Tech’s James Ramsey on the shortlist.
May 20, 2026
Baseball America Updates 2026 MLB Draft Top 400 Rankings
The April release of Baseball America's 2026 draft rankings expands to 400 players, highlighting Arkansas' nine selections, LSU's SEC-leading 15 commitments, and a host of high school standouts.
May 20, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide Eye Historic Regional Hosting as SEC Tournament Looms
The Alabama baseball team enters the SEC Tournament with a top‑4 seed, a top‑8 national projection and a chance to host its first regional since 2023.
May 18, 2026
South Carolina Hunts New Baseball Coach After Mainieri Era Ends
The University of South Carolina is searching for a successor to Paul Mainieri, a move that follows a brief but costly tenure. With a rich championship history, SEC status and a commitment to invest, the position is drawing serious interest, especially from Kevin Schnall, the coach who led Coastal Carolina to the recent College World Series final.
May 18, 2026