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The Rutgers baseball program will host its 2026 Scarlet Knights Baseball Golf Outing on August 5 at Forsgate Country Club in Monroe, New Jersey, offering golf, meals, a photo with head coach Steve Owens and an auction, with all proceeds directed to the team’s budget.
With 960 career victories already recorded, Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor is on track to reach 1,000 wins during the 2027 season, joining an exclusive group of college baseball mentors.
Rutgers baseball standout Peyton Bonds was chosen in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the San Francisco Giants, extending the program’s streak of top‑round selections. He will link up with teammate Trevor Cohen in the organization.
Josh Kuroda-Grauer, the 75th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, is set to debut for the Oakland Athletics against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Sacramento, joining a short list of recent Rutgers players to reach the majors.
Recent losses in the Big Ten Tournament have reignited debates over Rutgers' baseball coaching direction, juxtaposing Steve Owens' record with recent upheavals at South Carolina and calls for greater support for Olympic sports.
A look at the Scarlet Knights’ early tournament loss, the coach’s mixed record, and what it means for the future of Rutgers’ sports programs.
The Scarlet Knights enter the Big Ten Tournament as the 10th seed, opening against Michigan on Tuesday night. With a strong defensive reputation, a top transfer class and several MLB‑drafted talents, Rutgers aims to extend its recent tournament pedigree.
The Big Ten Conference has opened ticket sales for its 2026 baseball tournament, introducing a new double‑elimination format, securing live broadcast rights, and offering an automatic NCAA Tournament berth.
Rutgers overcame an early deficit, erupting for six runs in the seventh to defeat Northwestern 8‑5 and clinch a Big Ten Tournament berth, while Coach Steve Owens celebrated his 1,100th career victory.