Former KU Baseball Stars Secure Major League Contracts
Two University of Kansas alumni inked MLB deals that exceeded expectations, highlighting a draft class rich in talent and financial upside.
Aug 8, 2026
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Kansas Baseball’s 2026 Triumph and the Coach Who Never Stopped
Dan Fitzgerald’s relentless drive defined Kansas baseball’s 2026 campaign, culminating in Big 12 championships, an NCAA regional victory and four players drafted, while the coach hints at reflection only in August.
Jul 28, 2026
Kansas Baseball Secures Key Returners for 2027 Season
Kansas baseball is shaping up for a strong 2027 campaign after a historic 2026 season that saw the Jayhawks make deep runs in the NCAA Tournament. The team’s core will return with a mix of seasoned arms and potent bats, giving the program a chance to stay among the Big 12’s elite.
Jul 28, 2026
Kansas Baseball Stars Shine in 2026 MLB Draft
Four University of Kansas baseball players were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting both expected successes and surprising omissions.
Jul 27, 2026
Kansas Baseball Stars Selected in 2026 MLB Draft
Four Kansas baseball players were drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, with Tyson LeBlanc, Dominic Voegele, Brady Ballinger and Mathis Nayral joining professional teams, while Coach Dan Fitzgerald reflects on the selections and the road ahead.
Jul 27, 2026
Three Kansas Baseball Players Drafted in Landmark MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft saw a historic milestone for the University of Kansas baseball program as three of its standout players were chosen among the top ten rounds, marking the first time in school history that such a feat occurred.
Jul 13, 2026
Kansas Baseball Duo Selected on Final Day of 2026 MLB Draft
On the last day of the 2026 MLB Draft, Kansas right‑hander Mathis Nayral and utility player Brady Ballinger were chosen, capping a season that delivered three conference titles and a program‑tying 45 wins.
Jul 12, 2026
Kansas Pitcher Mathis Nayral Drafted by Toronto Blue Jays in 13th Round
Mathis Nayral, a junior right‑handed pitcher for the Kansas Jayhawks, was chosen by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 13th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the fourth Kansas player selected this year.
Jul 12, 2026
Kansas Pitcher Mathis Nayral Drafted by Toronto Blue Jays
Mathis Nayral, a junior right‑handed pitcher for the Kansas Jayhawks, was chosen in the 13th round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the Toronto Blue Jays, joining a group of teammates who also earned draft picks.
Jul 12, 2026
Jayhawks Fall Short in Super Regional Finale Against Oklahoma
Kansas Jayhawks close a record-breaking season with a 13-2 loss to Oklahoma in the Super Regional final
Jun 8, 2026
Kansas Baseball Falls to Oklahoma in Super Regionals Sweep
Kansas baseball ends its 45‑18 campaign with a 13‑2 loss to Oklahoma in the NCAA Super Regionals, while the Sooners move on to the College World Series in Omaha.
Jun 8, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks’ Record Season Falls Short in Super Regional
The Jayhawks' best season in recent memory concluded with a 13‑2 loss to Oklahoma, ending a run that set numerous school records.
Jun 8, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks’ Record‑Setting Season Ends in Super Regional Defeat
The Jayhawks' record‑breaking season concluded with a 13‑2 loss to Oklahoma, ending a run that delivered the program’s first regular‑season and tournament titles in decades.
Jun 8, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Head to Lawrence for Super Regional Showdown with Kansas Jayhawks
The Sooners, riding a hot offense and deep pitching staff, open their Super Regional against a Kansas team that captured both the Big 12 regular‑season and tournament titles.
Jun 6, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Set to Clash with Kansas Jayhawks in NCAA Super Regional Opener
The Sooners, fresh off an extra‑inning victory over Georgia Tech, will test their momentum against a Kansas team that swept its regional and boasts standout performers Tyson LeBlanc and Mathis Nayral.
Jun 6, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners to Face Kansas Jayhawks in NCAA Super Regional
The Sooners and Jayhawks meet in Lawrence for a best‑of‑three series after both teams advanced through dramatic regional play.
Jun 3, 2026
Kansas Baseball Stuns Arkansas 13-10 to Claim NCAA Regional Crown
After falling behind early, the Kansas baseball team rallied with a six-run fourth inning to defeat Arkansas 13-10 and secure a spot in the super regional.
Jun 1, 2026
Kansas Faces Arkansas in Crucial NCAA Regional Final
Kansas and Arkansas meet again in the NCAA regional final in Lawrence, with the Jayhawks aiming to clinch the title while the Razorbacks battle a 5‑0 deficit.
Jun 1, 2026
Kansas Secures Spot in 2026 NCAA Baseball Championship Final
A dramatic showdown between Kansas and Arkansas in the 2026 NCAA Baseball Championship featured strong pitching, key RBIs, and a 13‑6 victory for the Jayhawks, broadcast live on ESPN+.
Jun 1, 2026
Kansas Baseball Advances to Regional Final with 5-3 Victory Over Arkansas
The Jayhawks defeated Arkansas 5-3 in a tense NCAA regional matchup, securing a spot in the championship game and showcasing a season marked by Big 12 titles and standout performances from players like Tyson LeBlanc and Augusto Mungarrieta.
May 31, 2026
Northeastern Huskies to Open NCAA Baseball Championship Against Kansas Jayhawks
Northeastern and Kansas will meet in the first game of the NCAA Baseball Championship regional, with both teams bringing strong records and key offensive stars to the field.
May 29, 2026
2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament Preview: Regional Powerhouses and Pitching Dynamics
With regional play set to begin on May 29, Baseball America’s guide offers a deep dive into the 64-team field, highlighting Kansas’s home‑field advantage, Arkansas’s elite arm talent, Missouri State’s offensive firepower, and Northeastern’s balanced pitching.
May 28, 2026
Kansas Baseball Claims First Big 12 Tournament Title in 20 Years
Kansas completed a historic sweep of the Big 12 regular‑season and tournament titles, posting a 9‑0 shutout of West Virginia and securing a spot in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship.
May 24, 2026
Kansas Takes Early Lead Over West Virginia in Big 12 Tournament Opener
In Surprise, Arizona, Kansas opened its Big 12 tournament campaign with a 1‑0 lead after Tyson Owens' solo home run, setting the stage for a rematch against West Virginia.
May 24, 2026