Mountaineers’ Rising Stars Eye 2026 MLB Draft
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.
Jul 1, 2026
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WVU Baseball Roster Shifts as Transfer Portal Opens
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.
Jul 1, 2026
WVU Baseball Roster Shifts as Transfer Portal Opens
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Zahir Barjam Enters Transfer Portal, WVU Faces Roster Overhaul
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Freshman Infielder Zahir Barjam Joins Wave of Transfer Portal Departures from WVU Baseball
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Zahir Barjam Exits WVU Baseball as Transfer Portal Reshapes Roster
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.
Jun 23, 2026
West Virginia Baseball Transfer Portal Activity Surges as 2026 Season Approaches
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.
Jun 23, 2026
West Virginia Baseball Poised for National Title After Historic 2026 Season
The Mountaineers finished the 2026 campaign with a franchise‑best record, reached the College World Series and are now bolstered by key returnees and a strong recruiting class as they chase a national championship.
Jun 20, 2026
WVU Baseball’s Breakthrough Season Sets Sights on National Glory
The Mountaineers captured their first College World Series berth, driven by standout hitters Gavin Kelly and Armani Guzman, a revitalized pitching staff, and an aggressive recruiting push led by Coach Steve Sabins.
Jun 19, 2026
Mountaineers’ Historic Run: West Virginia Baseball Reaches College World Series
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.
Jun 18, 2026
North Carolina Advances to College Baseball World Series Final After 12-7 Victory Over West Virginia
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.
Jun 17, 2026
North Carolina Secures Spot in College World Series Championship Series
UNC’s 12‑run outburst, led by Owen Hull and Gavin Gallaher, propels them into the final series of the College World Series.
Jun 17, 2026
West Virginia Baseball Crushes Troy, Eyes Championship Path
A dominant performance by the No. 16 West Virginia University baseball team over Troy highlights a pivotal step toward the College World Series championship.
Jun 17, 2026
West Virginia Mountaineers Blank Troy Trojans 12-0, Set Up Rematch With North Carolina
West Virginia’s offense exploded while its pitching staff shut down Troy, securing a 12‑0 win and a showdown with North Carolina.
Jun 16, 2026
WVU Baseball Secures 12-0 Shutout, Sets Up North Carolina Rematch
A 12‑0 victory over Troy, powered by a combined shutout and a flurry of offensive bursts, propels West Virginia into a crucial elimination game against North Carolina on June 17.
Jun 16, 2026
Mountaineers and Trojans Prepare for Omaha Showdown
The West Virginia Mountaineers and Troy Trojans meet again in Omaha, where the loser’s season ends and the winner eyes a rematch with North Carolina. Projected lineups feature a host of players, including Armani Guzman and Gavin Kelly, while starting pitchers are slated to take the mound.
Jun 16, 2026
North Carolina Advances in College World Series with 5-2 Victory Over West Virginia
North Carolina defeated West Virginia 5-2 in a College World Series game, highlighted by a three-run seventh inning and strong relief pitching.
Jun 15, 2026
WVU Baseball Falls to North Carolina, Season on the Line
WVU Baseball dropped a 5-2 decision to North Carolina in the College World Series, eliminating the team from the winners' bracket and setting up a critical matchup against Troy on June 16.
Jun 15, 2026
UNC and West Virginia Lock Horns in 2026 College World Series Opener
The game, underway at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, is tied 2‑2 after five innings, with both teams eyeing a historic run.
Jun 15, 2026
Tar Heels and Mountaineers Vie for CWS Edge in Omaha
Both programs enter the College World Series with recent wins, setting up a high‑stakes matchup in Omaha that will be televised on ESPN.
Jun 15, 2026
Mountaineers vs Tar Heels: A pivotal CWS showdown
West Virginia and North Carolina meet in a winner‑takes‑all College World Series game, with both teams unveiling their expected starters and batting averages.
Jun 14, 2026
West Virginia Opens Men’s College World Series with 7-5 Victory Over Troy
The No. 16 West Virginia University baseball team defeated Troy 7-5 in the opening game of the Men's College World Series, highlighted by clutch hitting and solid pitching.
Jun 13, 2026
Mountaineers Stun Troy in First College World Series Win
West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Troy 7-5 in their debut College World Series game, highlighted by Armani Guzman’s early run and Tyrus Hall’s clutch hitting.
Jun 12, 2026
West Virginia Mountaineers Capture Historic Victory in College World Series
West Virginia University’s baseball team secured its first College World Series victory, featuring a record steal of home plate and key performances that advance the Mountaineers to the next round.
Jun 12, 2026