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After a breakout 2026 season that captured the Big 12 title and an NCAA tournament run, head coach Dan Fitzgerald announced that his entire assistant staff will return for the 2027 campaign, citing loyalty, strong administration support and a shared vision for future growth.
After a breakout 2026 season, head coach Dan Fitzgerald chose to keep his entire coaching staff, turning down external offers to preserve a shared vision for growth.
On the last day of the 2026 MLB Draft, Kansas right‑hander Mathis Nayral and utility player Brady Ballinger were chosen, capping a season that delivered three conference titles and a program‑tying 45 wins.
Day one of the 2026 MLB Draft saw Kansas standouts Tyson LeBlanc and Dominic Voegele selected by the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles, highlighting a program that has become a prolific pipeline for professional baseball talent.
Two University of Kansas standouts become the highest-drafted position player and right-handed pitcher in school history, highlighting a program on the rise.
A June 5, 2026, open practice at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence gave the Kansas University baseball team a final tune‑up before the Super Regional, with coach Dan Fitzgerald overseeing players and the Oklahoma team in attendance.