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The 2026 season concluded with a loss to USC, prompting the firing of pitching coach Jason Kelley. Top hitters Chris Hacopian, Caden Sorrell and Gavin Grahovac were drafted, with Hacopian heading 11th overall to the Washington Nationals. Shane Sdao also earned a Mets selection. All four are expected to sign, while the program adds seven transfer‑portal pitchers for next year.
The Aggies’ 2026 draft prospect Chris Hacopian went 11th overall to the Washington Nationals, capping a run that began with Braden Montgomery in 2024 and Jace LaViolette a year earlier.
The Aggies reshaped their staff and added high‑ranked transfers, including Nate Savoie and Wade Cooper, to address the gaps exposed by recent losses.
The Aggies' 2026 campaign concluded with a loss to USC, but a strong regular season and a Top‑20 USA TODAY Sports ranking underscore a promising foundation as new coaches and transfer players join the fold.
Texas A&M's head coach Michael Earley has reshaped the baseball roster by hiring MLB pitching coach Barry Enright and securing high‑profile transfers, positioning the team for a strong 2026 MLB Draft outlook.
With top hitters set to leave for the 2026 MLB Draft, Texas A&M is turning to the transfer portal to shore up its roster, hiring a new pitching coach and targeting a proven catcher.