
Texas Longhorns Target 2027 College Baseball Crown
Coach Jim Schlossnagle assembles a 2027 roster that blends high‑school signees, returning seniors and portal talent, aiming for a national title.
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Coach Jim Schlossnagle assembles a 2027 roster that blends high‑school signees, returning seniors and portal talent, aiming for a national title.

Texas A&M’s head baseball coach Michael Earley reflects on his unconventional path, the impact of recent NCAA reforms, and the program’s surge that produced seven MLB Draft picks.

With 960 career victories already recorded, Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor is on track to reach 1,000 wins during the 2027 season, joining an exclusive group of college baseball mentors.

Six University of Texas players were drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, extending the program’s streak of annual selections since 1965 and highlighting the impact of head coach Jim Schlossnagle.

The Longhorns enter fall camp with nearly every key player healthy, including Arch Manning, Jonah Williams and Ty’Anthony Smith, while the coaching staff emphasizes injury prevention.

Washington State University announced the hiring of Kimble Schuessler as an assistant baseball coach, unveiled its full volleyball slate, and confirmed a home‑and‑home series with Weber State for the men’s basketball team.

Washington State University announced the hiring of Kimble Schuessler, a former University of Texas player and coach, to lead the Cougars' outfield and hitting development in the 2027 season.

Texas baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle announced the 2026 postseason team awards, recognizing players with legacy‑named honors for leadership, performance and academic achievement.

The University of Texas is adding six experienced transfers across infield, catching, outfield and pitching to sustain its championship momentum.

Tennessee’s left‑handed reliever Brandon Arvidson was selected by the Chicago Cubs with the 367th overall pick in the 12th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a collegiate career that saw him excel both as a starter and a bridge‑hand in the Vols’ bullpen.

As the 2026 MLB Draft approaches, Texas Longhorns weigh professional contracts against college eligibility, with high‑round bonuses shaping decisions and the coaching staff plotting a return to contention.

Three Texas players — Cooper Webb, Trey Rangel and Phinn Beaird — removed their names from the draft after being selected on the first day, while top recruit Grady Emerson fell to the Tampa Bay Rays, illustrating the growing tension between signing bonuses and collegiate commitments.

The opening round of the 2026 MLB Draft delivered surprise moves, injury‑related drops and a handful of Texas‑bound prospects who could reshape the next wave of talent.
Grady Emerson, the Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year, was selected second overall by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a high school career that included a .532 batting average and mentorship under Rusty Greer.

Texas has secured its third consecutive Learfield Directors Cup, highlighting its dominance across sports, but the football team under Steve Sarkisian remains title‑less, facing mounting pressure in a rapidly changing landscape.

The Longhorns are using the transfer portal to construct a new-look baseball team for 2026, balancing postseason commitments with roster planning.

Left‑handed pitcher Brody Bumila, a towering prospect from Bishop Feehan High School, navigates injury concerns, elite statistics and the lure of a potential Austin rehab while the MLB Draft looms.

Brennan's commitment adds a proven bat and elite defense to the Longhorns as they reshape their roster for the upcoming season.

The Longhorns finished 2026 with a 46‑15 record and a College World Series appearance, but several star players are set to leave while new talent and coaching staff arrive for the upcoming season.

After two seasons with the Texas Longhorns, pitcher Kade Bing is set to join the Houston Cougars in 2027, bringing a mixed record but notable potential to a program eager for fresh talent.

Jack Marder, a celebrated recruiter with a championship‑laden résumé at Oregon, has joined the University of Texas staff, aiming to help the program chase a national title.

Texas adds 6‑foot‑7 right‑hander Gavin King from Middle Tennessee State, hoping coach Max Weiner can unlock his potential after a mixed debut.

The University of Texas announces the hiring of Jack Marder and Caleb Longley, aiming to strengthen recruiting and offensive performance for the 2027 season.

After a single season in which Ashton Larson hit .258 with one home run and 16 RBIs, the Texas Longhorns have announced his departure, while former Texas A&M aide Caleb Longley and Oregon veteran Jake Marder return to Austin to bolster the hitting and catching corps.