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The Oregon Ducks are reshaping their 2027 baseball roster while gearing up for a high‑profile series in Texas, aiming to translate recent tournament success into a strong start.
The 2026 MLB Draft Combine will gather 335 of the draft’s most promising players in Phoenix, Arizona, highlighting five hitters and five pitchers who are projected to make early impacts in the draft.
The University of Oregon baseball team has secured four transfer players, each bringing distinct skills and experience, as the Ducks look to rebound from a strong 2026 campaign and chase a national title.
A disappointing loss to the Texas Longhorns has triggered player exits from the Oregon Ducks baseball program, while Major League Baseball’s new draft guidelines threaten to alter the pathway for college athletes.
The Oregon Ducks baseball program is losing star athletes to the transfer portal, driven by financial incentives and better opportunities, while the university grapples with the imbalance between its high‑revenue football program and other sports.
The Oregon Ducks baseball team is reshaping its infield after losing Angel Laya and Naulivou Lauaki Jr. to the transfer portal, bringing in Jake Evans from Long Beach State and Jake Books from Tampa to fill the void.
Recent departures of Angel Laya and Naulivou Lauaki Jr. have been offset by commitments from key pitchers Tanner Bradley and Will Sanford, who aim to anchor a staff that could lead the Ducks back to national relevance.
After a breakout season that saw freshman right fielder Angel Laya hit .296 with 14 home runs, the Oregon Ducks face a roster reshuffle as he enters the transfer portal. Coach Mark Wasikowski looks to freshmen like Brayden Jaksa and Naulivou Lauaki Jr., while several Ducks earn invitations to USA Baseball's training camp ahead of the upcoming MLB Draft.
The Oregon Ducks' baseball program is navigating a pivotal offseason, losing several contributors to the transfer portal while welcoming a veteran infielder who aims to restore depth and competitiveness.
Six Ducks players were recognized on All‑American and regional teams after a breakout year marked by elite pitching, power hitting and defensive excellence.
Freshman right‑hander Sam Cozart delivered a clutch performance on Tuesday night, striking out Oregon’s Ryan Cooney in a 6‑5 thriller that propelled the Texas Longhorns into the next round of the College World Series. The victory marks the fourth time in the past decade that Texas has advanced to the series, underscoring the program’s resurgence under coach Mark Wasikowski. Cozart, who finished the season with a 1.65 earned run average and 71 strikeouts, has quickly become a cornerstone of the Longhorns’ rotation, drawing praise from teammates and analysts alike. The young pitcher’s older brother, Jacob Cozart, previously tasted the College World Series stage, and Sam now eyes a national title as a means to surpass his sibling’s achievement. Next up, Texas will meet Georgia in a showdown that could rewrite the narrative of a family’s baseball lineage, with the championship on the horizon. The accolade of National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year further cements Cozart’s rapid ascent, a feat highlighted in coverage by ESPN and supported by betting platforms such as DraftKings. Coach Augie and senior pitcher Luke Harrison are among the staff guiding the squad, while Adrian Rodriguez and Michelle Cozart have been vocal supporters from the stands. The upcoming games will be staged in Omaha, Nebraska, a venue that has hosted the series for decades, adding another layer of tradition to the contest. Fans across the United States, from Austin to the heartland, are tuning in, eager to witness whether the Cozart brothers can etch their names into college baseball lore.
A dramatic two‑inning save against Oregon sends the Longhorns to face Georgia in the College World Series, where Sam Cozart hopes to surpass his brother Jacob's achievements.
Oregon's baseball team saw its campaign end in the Super Regional, added Vanderbilt infielder Carter Johnstone, and faces a wave of draft‑eligible talent.
Senior third-baseman Drew Smith and junior second-baseman Ryan Cooney were selected to the ABCA/Rawlings All-Region teams, capping a season in which they led the Ducks in key offensive categories and helped secure a deep postseason run.
The 2026 Oregon Ducks baseball season ended with a 43‑18 record, a super‑regional appearance and a mix of breakthroughs and setbacks that will shape the program’s next chapter.
The Oregon Ducks finished the 2026 season at 43‑18 after a loss to Texas in the Austin Super Regional, but eight of nine starters are expected to return, bolstering their prospects for next year and the 2026 MLB Draft.
The Ducks posted back‑to‑back 40‑plus win seasons, reached three super regionals in four years, but fell to Texas in the Austin Super Regional. Emerging freshmen and a need for bullpen upgrades shape the outlook for 2027.
The Oregon Ducks saw their 2026 baseball campaign conclude in the Austin Super Regional, where a 5-3 loss to the Texas Longhorns ended their hopes of reaching the College World Series in Omaha. A blend of seasoned arms and fresh talent defined the Ducks' run, with senior pitchers Miles Gosztola and Will Sanford anchoring a rotation that also featured standout performances from young relievers like Tanner Bradley. A blend of seasoned arms and fresh talent defined the Ducks' run, with senior pitchers Miles Gosztola and Will Sanford anchoring a rotation that also featured standout performances from young relievers like Tanner Bradley.
The Ducks' 2026 campaign ended in Texas, where a shaky start gave way to a resilient rally that fell just short.
Oregon's baseball team saw a promising season end in the Austin Super Regional, where a late rally could not overcome Texas' clutch hitting and bullpen dominance.
The Ducks squandered a 4‑0 lead as Texas clawed back, with Sam Cozart’s final strikeout sealing the 6‑5 victory and sending the Longhorns to face Georgia in the College World Series.
In a four‑hour battle, the Oregon Ducks lost 6‑5 to Texas in Game 2 of the Super Regional, ending their season while the Longhorns secure a spot in the College World Series.
The Oregon Ducks lost 6-5 to the No. 6 Texas Longhorns in the Austin Super Regional, with a late rally falling just short as Texas added two runs in the eighth.
The Oregon Ducks rallied from a 4‑0 deficit but couldn’t overcome a decisive two‑run double by Texas in the eighth, ending their season and snapping a 72‑year streak of CWS appearances.