MLB Draft & Player Updates:
- LSU Baseball Slugger Ethan Frey Signs Professional Contract With Houston Astros LSU’s Ethan Frey, a third-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, has reportedly signed an above-slot deal with the Houston Astros. Source: SI.com
- 2025 Second Round Pick Angel Cervantes to Play for UCLA in 2026 In a surprising development, Angel Cervantes, the 50th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates, has announced his decision to attend UCLA and play for the Bruins in the 2026 college baseball season. Source: World Baseball Network
- Outfielder Reese Chapman Returning To Tennessee Baseball For Senior Season Tennessee outfielder Reese Chapman has announced his return to the Volunteers for his senior season. Source: Rocky Top Insider
- Tennessee Baseball Starter Transferring to NC State Dalton Bargo, a starting pitcher for Tennessee, is reportedly transferring to NC State. Source: Rocky Top Insider
Academic Achievements:
Several programs are being recognized for their academic success from the 2024-25 season:
- Aggies Receive ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award The Texas A&M baseball team has earned the American Baseball Coaches Association Team Academic Excellence Award for the fourth straight season, compiling a 3.28 cumulative GPA. Source: Texas A&M Athletics
- Akron Baseball Earns 2024-25 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award The University of Akron baseball team is among 440 college programs to receive the 2024-25 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award. Source: University of Akron Athletics
- Denison Baseball Receives ABCA/Sports Attack Team Academic Excellence Award Denison University’s baseball team has been honored with the ABCA/Sports Attack Team Academic Excellence Award following a historic season. Source: Denison University Athletics
- Huskies Named ABCA Academic Excellence Award Winners Washington Baseball has been recognized with an American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Academic Excellence Award for their academic success in the 2024-25 season, boasting a 3.44 GPA. Source: University of Washington Athletics
Season Recaps & Overviews:
- 2025 Oklahoma State Cowboy Baseball Season Superlatives Oklahoma State has released a summary of their 2025 season, highlighting their 12th consecutive NCAA Regional berth and individual awards. Source: Oklahoma State Official Athletics Site
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