Kyle Lander

Joined: May 21, 2024

Kyle Lander is a contributing writer at Florida Gators on SI. He is also a graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in journalism. On top of his writing, Kyle is a photographer for the site as well. Outside of his work with Florida Gators on SI, he likes to hike, travel, watch movies and hang out with family and friends.

Jadan Baugh headlines Florida's offense in 2026.

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Jackson Prep's Kevin Roberts Jr. was Florida's lone high school signee to be selected in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Jon Sumrall did little to hide his fiery personality during Wednesday's SEC Media Day.

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After a reporter's phone going off during his press conference, Florida head coach Jon Sumrall garnered significant attention for his response.

Florida Gators outfielder Blake Cyr was selected by the New York Yankees in the 2026 MLB Draft.

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Cyr exhausted his collegiate eligibility and was drafted by the Yankees in the 2026 MLB Draft, leaving Florida with a void at the plate and at left field.

Florida pitcher Luke McNeillie was selected by the New York Mets in the 2026 MLB Draft.

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The New York Mets selected McNeillie in the Fifth Round of the 2026 MLB Draft.

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Florida outfielder Hayden Yost was taken in the Fifth Round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the Seattle Mariners.

Outfielder Kyle Jones was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB Draft.

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Kyle Jones' time with the Gators has officially come to an end.

Brady Harris headlines Florida's 2026 recruiting class.

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Florida is expected to have some attrition in its recruiting class after the MLB Draft.

Ethan Surowiec will return to Florida in 2027.

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The Florida Gators get a key member of their infield back for the upcoming 2027 season

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The Florida Gators have seen five current players selected in this year's MLB Draft.

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Florida signee Kevin Roberts Jr. is the Gators' first high school prospect taken in this year's MLB Draft.

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Gators pitcher Russell Sandefer was selected in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Three-star defensive back Kamauri Whitfield committed to Florida over Oregon and Nebraska.

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Florida has added its fifth defensive back of the 2027 recruiting class with three-star Kamauri Whitfield committing to the Gators over Nebraska and Oregon.

Kyle Lander

Joined: May 21, 2024

Gators' Baugh Tabbed Preseason First-Team All-American by ESPN

Where SI Ranks Florida's Thomas Haugh Among the Nation's Small Forwards

Take It or Leave It: Should the Gators be Ranked Entering the 2026 Season?

Pair of Gators Making Headlines for Freakish Athleticism

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Florida Signee Kevin Roberts Jr.'s Future Revealed After MLB Draft

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Gators HC Jon Sumrall Responds to Criticism from Fiery SEC Media Day Moment

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How Florida Gators Baseball Replaces OF Blake Cyr

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Gators P Luke McNeillie Makes Decision on Future After MLB Draft Selection

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Gators OF Hayden Yost Signs Professional Contract

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Gators OF Kyle Jones Officially Signs Professional Contract

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Where Florida Gators Baseball's 2026 Recruiting Class Stands After MLB Draft

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Florida Gators Infielder Returning for Junior Season

Gators Have Surprise Selection in 2026 MLB Draft

Gators 2026 Signee Kevin Roberts Jr. Selected in 2026 MLB Draft

Where Gators RHP Russell Sandefer Went in the 2026 MLB Draft

3-Star DB Kamauri Whitfield Commits to Florida