
Armani Guzman to Return for Senior Season as WVU Baseball Drafts Four Prospects
Armani Guzman announced his fifth-year return, highlighting a career that set school records, while four teammates were selected in the recent MLB draft.
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Armani Guzman announced his fifth-year return, highlighting a career that set school records, while four teammates were selected in the recent MLB draft.

Armani Guzman’s decision to stay, combined with a wave of MLB draft selections, sets the stage for another competitive year for West Virginia University baseball.

A look at the recent draft moves involving WVU alumni, the White Sox’s current standing, and the influx of young talent heading to professional baseball.

After a standout senior season, Carson Estridge inked a deal with the Houston Astros, joining a growing list of WVU alumni heading to the majors.

Carson Estridge, a WVU pitcher with a 4‑0, 3.09 ERA season, has agreed to an undrafted free‑agent contract with the Houston Astros, becoming the sixth recent Mountaineer to reach the majors.

The right‑hander inked a free‑agent contract after a two‑year stint at West Virginia, becoming the fifth Mountaineer to sign with an MLB club this week.

Two WVU standouts, outfielder Paul Schoenfeld and pitcher Ian Korn, were chosen on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, adding to a program that has produced over a hundred major‑league selections.

The 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia showcased the rise of West Virginia University players, from Montesa’s 72nd‑overall pick to Casteel’s high school dominance, highlighting both achievement and the looming decision on collegiate eligibility.

Five West Virginia players — Kyle Casteel, Ian Korn, Armani Guzman, Paul Schoenfeld and Sean Smith — are projected to be among the most compelling selections on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, each bringing a distinct skill set that could shape their professional futures.

Two West Virginia University pitchers, Dawson Montesa and Maxx Yehl, were among the first 100 picks in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the program's rising influence.

The 2026 first‑year player draft will run through All‑Star weekend, giving teams a short window to lock in sign‑ings, and several Mountaineers stand out among the prospects.

The 2024 transfer portal opened on June 1, and West Virginia University is tracking a cascade of departures, ineligible players, draft‑eligible candidates and a flood of new signees while still competing in the NCAA postseason.

With the college baseball transfer portal now open, West Virginia University's program is undergoing significant changes, including players leaving, those exhausting eligibility, draft‑eligible talent, and a wave of new transfers and signees.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from Santo Domingo, has entered the transfer portal, prompting West Virginia University to reshape its lineup after several key players announced they will not return.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from the Dominican Republic, has entered the transfer portal, joining a growing list of WVU players seeking new opportunities as the program rebuilds through the portal.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from Santo Domingo, has entered the transfer portal after a promising debut that helped West Virginia University reach the College World Series. His exit coincides with a wave of roster changes as the Mountaineers seek to replenish talent through the portal, adding new players from programs such as Le Moyne College and Seton Hill University.

The college baseball transfer portal opened on June 1, prompting a wave of movement among West Virginia University players and prospects, many of whom are headed to new programs across the country.

West Virginia's surprising march to the semifinals, driven by coach Steve Sabins and clutch performances, underscores the growing parity in the sport.

West Virginia University’s baseball squad captured the program’s first College World Series berth, finishing a historic 47‑win season with a hard‑fought loss to North Carolina.

The Mountaineers finished the season with a program‑best 47 victories, earned a spot in the College World Series, and saw Coach Steve Sabins named national coach of the year, while players like Maxx Yehl and Gavin Kelly received top honors.

The West Virginia Mountaineers made history this season by advancing to the College World Series for the first time, hosting a super regional and showcasing a blend of returning stars, draft‑eligible talent and fresh recruits.

North Carolina defeated West Virginia 12-7 in the opening game of the College Baseball World Series, extending their winning streak and setting up a showdown with the Oklahoma-Georgia winner.

The Mountaineers' unprecedented season culminated in a semifinal loss to North Carolina, but not before they rewrote the program's narrative with 37 wins, memorable moments, and a fan base that captured national attention.

The Tar Heels erupted for an 8-1 lead by the fourth inning, fueled by a barrage of extra-base hits and clutch RBIs. Freshman Jackson Rose shut down the Mountaineers’ late rally, preserving a 12-6 edge and sealing a spot in the finals.