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Chip and Joanna Gaines, Baylor alumni and stars of HGTV's Fixer Upper, donated the largest gift in Baylor baseball history to name Magnolia Field at Baylor Ballpark and support future capital projects; the amount was undisclosed. Baylor leaders praised the gift for advancing the program and the overall Baylor Athletics experience.
Florida Gators baseball team has announced the addition of veteran coach Tom Slater as associate head coach, bringing nearly 35 years of coaching experience in college and professional baseball, including stints at Auburn, VMI, Florida, and in Major League Baseball, with a focus on player development and team leadership.
Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello is leaving to manage the San Francisco Giants, becoming the first college coach with no MLB experience to make the jump. UT Athletic Director Danny White congratulated Vitello, highlighting his achievements including a national championship and multiple SEC titles, and emphasized ongoing investments in the program. Vitello's departure marks a significant transition for Tennessee baseball after a highly successful eight-year tenure.
Ole Miss assistant coach Ehren Earleywine has joined the Texas baseball coaching staff, marking a significant coaching change for both programs.
Angel Cervantes, a highly ranked high school pitcher, has chosen to attend UCLA and play college baseball instead of signing with the Pittsburgh Pirates after being drafted No. 50 overall in the 2025 MLB Draft, bolstering UCLA's pitching staff for their upcoming season.
The 2025 MLB Draft significantly impacted college baseball, with programs like Tennessee, Texas, Georgia, and Arizona State emerging as winners due to strategic retention and transfers, while LSU, Clemson, Florida State, and Arkansas faced setbacks due to key players being drafted away, highlighting a shift towards college baseball as a primary development pipeline for MLB.
Tennessee baseball had a strong showing in the 2025 MLB Draft, with five signees and three transfer commits selected, including first-round picks Steele Hall and Billy Carlson, highlighting the program's talent and recruiting success.
The New York Mets selected two college players in the 2025 MLB Draft: Mitch Voit from Michigan as their 38th overall pick, known for his versatility and power, and Antonio Jimenez from UCF as their 102nd overall pick, noted for his defense and offensive potential. Voit, a former pitcher turned hitter, has shown significant improvement and potential as a power hitter and versatile player, while Jimenez is recognized for his strong arm and offensive skills, with both prospects fitting into the Mets' strategic draft approach.
LSU's Kade Anderson pitched a complete-game shutout to beat Coastal Carolina 1-0 in Game One of the MCWS Finals, ending Coastal's 27-game winning streak. Coastal Carolina must win on Sunday to force a third game in the series.
Kade Anderson pitched a complete-game shutout, leading LSU to a 1-0 victory over Coastal Carolina in Game 1 of the College World Series Finals, bringing LSU closer to its eighth national championship.
After a costly mistake in the College World Series, Wehiwa Aloy did not attend the postgame press conference, but teammate Gabe Fraser defended his decision, emphasizing Aloy's dedication to the team and highlighting his outstanding season performance. Despite the error, Aloy remains a top player and a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award, with strong support from his teammates.
Louisville baseball team, considered an underdog and often overlooked, has advanced to the College World Series finals, defying expectations and challenging the notion of Coastal Carolina as the tournament's favorite, highlighting Louisville's resilience and potential to claim a national championship.
Five high school and six college baseball players from North Carolina have been invited to the MLB Draft Combine at Chase Field, Arizona, as part of the upcoming MLB draft events in July, featuring on-field workouts and a high school game.
Five high school and six college baseball players from North Carolina have been invited to the MLB Draft Combine at Chase Field, Arizona, with the draft scheduled for July in Atlanta, featuring on-field events and a high school game.
Louisville baseball team is competing in the College World Series in Omaha, facing Oregon State on Friday at 7 p.m., with the tournament featuring a double-elimination format and various betting odds and rankings highlighting the teams' prospects.