Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jeff Mercer across Baseball, Basketball.
The Wildcats will open October with a series of non‑conference games, including a reunion for catcher Brayden Ricketts, as coach Nick Mingione looks to fine‑tune a roster eyeing the NCAA Tournament.
Indiana University's baseball program announced the hiring of Matt Morrow and Sean Mullen, bringing fresh expertise to the Hoosiers' 2027 roster.
The NCAA’s rules subcommittee has green‑lit the Automated Ball‑Strike (ABS) challenge system, paving the way for its introduction in 2027 after successful trials in the SEC and a planned rollout by Indiana’s program.
The 2026 MLB Draft will take place in Philadelphia during All-Star weekend, featuring a record number of Indiana University prospects and live coverage on MLB.com.
A sophomore from Indiana University earns a place on the national team, showcasing impressive stats and versatility, while the first World Collegiate Baseball Championship prepares to bring together top college talent from around the globe.
The Indiana University standout was named to the 28‑player squad that will compete in Taiwan this July, marking a milestone for the program and its coaching staff.
Denton Sagerman, who spent eight seasons shaping Indiana's pitching staff, announced his move to the Cleveland Guardians on June 28, bringing extensive Big Ten experience and a history of player development to the MLB affiliate.
After two seasons at Indiana University, star outfielder Jake Hanley is moving to the University of Georgia, where he will join a championship program. His departure underscores a period of underperformance for the Hoosiers, marked by a sub‑.500 record and recurring late‑game issues.
Indiana University’s baseball program will open its 2027 season with a weekend tournament in South Carolina, continuing a tradition of early‑year postseason‑style events.
From open practices and international recruits to contract extensions and schedule releases, Indiana University’s athletic programs are gearing up for a promising year.
Evan Dempsey, a two‑way star for Florida Gulf Coast, has been selected to the First Team All‑American roster by the American Baseball Coaches Association/Rawlings for the second straight year, a distinction that marks a milestone for his program and underscores his all‑around impact.
Tommy Harrison's outstanding 2026 campaign earned him All‑America Third Team recognition, a new school RBI record and a host of conference honors, underscoring his impact on Miami baseball.
Nine Oregon players earned Big Ten postseason awards, highlighting a dominant regular season and setting the stage for a deep run in the conference tournament.
Oregon’s baseball team defeated USC in a decisive series, moving up two spots to No. 14 in the national rankings and positioning the club for a potential NCAA regional hosting.