
NC State Bolsters Catching Corps with Transfer Andrew Raymond
Andrew Raymond, a Maryland native, joins the Wolfpack after a .348 season at Mississippi State, filling a key need left by Vincent DeCarlo's departure
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Andrew Raymond, a Maryland native, joins the Wolfpack after a .348 season at Mississippi State, filling a key need left by Vincent DeCarlo's departure

Chris Hart, a longtime Wolfpack assistant, is now the head coach. His staff, the transfer portal, and a promising freshman class shape the program's next chapter.

NC State’s baseball program appoints Chris Hart as head coach, ushering in a new era marked by staff reshuffles, transfer portal moves and a revamped approach to scheduling and player development.

A dramatic finish in Raleigh saw the Wolfpack's campaign halted by a disputed pitch‑clock call, sparking fan backlash while longtime coach Elliott Avent retired and Chris Hart was tapped to lead the program forward.

Hart’s extensive tenure, proven recruiting acumen and three College World Series trips position him to lead NC State’s baseball program into a new era.

NC State’s baseball team turned a turbulent week into a triumph, posting a 7‑2 victory over the nation’s second‑ranked North Carolina Tar Heels in the final game of their regular‑season series. The win, powered by key performances from Chris McHugh, Anderson Nance and others, secured the Wolfpack the No. 9 seed for the ACC Tournament and highlighted coach Elliot Avent’s uncertain future.

NC State secured a decisive victory against the University of North Carolina on May 16, 2026, highlighted by home runs and clutch hitting.