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After a season marked by inexperienced pitching and inconsistent offense, Florida State University’s baseball program is leveraging the transfer portal and returning talent to reshape its 2027 roster and target a higher level of competition.
Payton Manca, a Florida State right‑hander, was named an East All‑Star in the Cape Cod League after posting a 0.93 ERA in 19 1/3 innings. His summer success follows a strong 2025 stint with the Cotuit Kettleers and a injury‑limited 2026 season, positioning him to compete for a starting role in 2027 as the program reshapes its rotation.
The 35th Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star Game will take place at Whitehouse Field in Harwich on July 18, featuring a full day of family activities, a Home Run Contest, and live coverage on CBS Boston and Cape League TV.
As the regular season wraps up, the latest Cape League Power Rankings highlight Yarmouth-Dennis' historic record, Brewster's playoff clinch, and key performances from standout players.
A look at the leading squads, standout players and home‑field trends shaping the Cape Cod Baseball League as it enters its crucial stretch
The Whitecaps delivered a 13-0 victory over the Harwich Mariners on July 4, a performance that underscores their resurgence after a narrow previous loss.
The Brewster Whitecaps posted a 13-0 win over the Harwich Mariners on July 4, highlighted by Payton Manca's five-inning outing and Michael Torres' clutch defensive play.
The Whitecaps secured their first shutout of the season, extending a three‑game winning streak with a rain‑shortened 6‑0 victory over the Kettleers.
The Bourne Braves fell 4-3 to the Brewster Whitecaps after a strong pitching performance by Brendon Bennett and a late offensive push that came up just short.
The Florida State baseball team saw a strong pitching rotation led by Bryson Moore, Wes Mendes and Trey Beard, but offensive inefficiency, defensive lapses and bullpen mismanagement proved decisive in the Tallahassee Regional.
Florida State must win two games on Monday to claim a third consecutive Tallahassee Regional title, facing a fresh St. John’s squad in a doubleheader broadcast on ESPNU.
Florida State and St. John's enter a winner‑takes‑all game with historic series ties, strong pitching and a spot in the Super Regional on the line.
FSU defeats Northern Illinois 7‑4, but a crowded pitching staff forces coaches to weigh fatigue and availability ahead of a regional final against St. John's
The Florida State baseball team saw its chance at a series sweep evaporate as Miami rallied to a 7-4 victory in the final game of the matchup.