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The Virginia Cavaliers take the field at Disharoon Park during the 2026 season.

Saturday, Virginia baseball closed out its fall slate with a 4-3 victory over James Madison (plus an extra 1.5 innings for an extended look at players). Here is

The Virginia Cavaliers take the field at Disharoon Park during the 2026 season.

Saturday, Virginia baseball closed out its fall slate with a 4-3 victory over James Madison (plus an extra 1.5 innings for an extended look at players). Here is

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Oct 23, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers running back Solomon Beebe (28) carries the ball against the Duke Blue Devils during the first half at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

The next opponent for Virginia football is a road battle No. 14 Wake Forest, which appears be the second-best team in the ACC. That is not the ideal matchup for

The rumor mill of conference realignment continues to spin. This time, there might be some credibility. On3's Brett McMurphy reported that Virginia and North Ca

Virginia Cavaliers Antonio Perrotta (44) and Reid Howard (3) celebrate at home plate.

Monday, the 2027 Virginia baseball schedule was officially released. There are some true heavyweight battles against recent College World Series programs, plus

May 17, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil uses a magic wand on first baseman Munetaka Murakami (5) before the game against the Chicago Cubs at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

In 2021, Virginia baseball reached the College World Series. That team featured several stars who dominated the ACC and became draft picks (plus one popular col

The Cavaliers' 2027 season began with their first preseason contest.

Saturday, Virginia baseball played its first fall ball action of the 2027 season. The Cavaliers hosted Gardner-Webb in a non-televised, public preseason game. B

Virginia baseball posted its Bat-Signal this weekend. Then came another post. And another. The post signifies a big addition to the program — in this case, some

Virginia's baseball program picked up a big in-state commitment on Saturday from Class of 2028 prospect Ty Howard. The 6-foot-3, 215-pound junior right-hander w

Virginia head coach Chris Pollard walks away from the pitcher’s mound during an NCAA Baseball Regional game between Virginia and Jax State at Pete Taylor Park in Hattiesburg, Miss., on Friday, May 29, 2026.

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In a few weeks, Virginia baseball will return to action as it starts the fall practice period. It will be a valuable fall for the Cavaliers — there are a ton of

Virginia outfielder Harrison Didawick (34) celebrates with infielder Sam Harris (18) after an NCAA Baseball Regional game between Southern Miss and Virginia at Pete Taylor Park in Hattiesburg, Miss., on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Virginia defeated Southern Miss 15-11 in 10 innings.

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At the moment, it is possible that Harrison Didawick and Kevin Jaxel could return to Virginia. Multiple state judges have granted injunctions for plaintiffs rep

Joe Tiroly cranks a three-run home run against Stetson.

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Joe Tiroly is heading to the San Diego Padres with the No. 215 pick in the seventh round. He is the fourth Cavalier to be drafted this year — joining AJ Gracia

Kyle Johnson winds up and delivers against Wake Forest.

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After Virginia stalwarts AJ Gracia and Eric Becker were drafted Saturday, another one joined the brotherhood of Cavaliers in the professional ranks Sunday. Kyle

Virginia's Eric Becker celebrates towards his dugout.

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Following AJ Gracia, shortstop Eric Becker became the second Virginia Cavalier to be selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. Becker is heading to the Cincinnati Reds with the No. 58 overall pick

AJ Gracia charges ahead for a double.

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Virginia baseball has a first-round MLB Draft selection. Saturday, junior centerfielder AJ Gracia was selected with the 9th overall pick by the Atlanta Braves

Charlottesville sunset, over the illuminated Disharoon Park.

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Lane Johnson is a top-100 high school prospect in the 2027 MLB Draft. He is powerful, dynamic hitter from the left-handed side — one who will punish fastballs c

Virginia Cavaliers outfielder AJ Gracia (29) earns a walk, celebrating with the buffalo sign towards his teammates.

Leading up to the 2026 MLB Draft, Virginia outfielder AJ Gracia has been projected to go all over the first round — or outside of the top 25 picks. But given hi

Virginia Cavaliers pitcher Henry Zatkowski (9) and catcher Jake Weatherspoon (16) walk off the field after Zatkowski escapes the frame.

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The college baseball transfer portal closes tonight. Any player who wishes to enter must submit their paperwork to leave their current school by the end of the

Jun 25, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Ernie Clement (22) hits a single against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

It is official. Former Virginia Cavalier Ernie Clement will be the American League’s starting second baseman in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Clement earned the m

Virginia women's basketball Coach Aaron Roussell (L) and baseball Coach Chris Pollard (R) talk as Roussell prepares to throw the ceremonial first pitch April 16 at Disharoon Park.

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College baseball is experiencing its biggest eligibility overhaul in decades, or potentially ever. The sport is being transformed in potentially two major ways

Virginia outfielder Zach Jackson (13) catches the ball during an NCAA Baseball Regional game between Virginia and Jax State at Pete Taylor Park in Hattiesburg, Miss., on Friday, May 29, 2026.

The 2026 college baseball season has officially come to a close, as Oklahoma captured the national title Monday over North Carolina. In a way, the 2027 season h

Virginia Cavaliers second baseman Joe Tiroly (25) rounds the bases.

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Four Virginia baseball players were invited to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine — AJ Gracia, Eric Becker, Kyle Johnson and Joe Tiroly. The combine will be held in Pho

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One of the highest-ranked recruits in Virginia baseball’s 2026 class is Will Yow from the neighboring St. Anne’s-Belfield School, ranked as the sixth-best high

Jordan Crosland said it will be a blessing to wear the Virginia uniform, especially as a Commonwealth native.

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Jordan Crosland is a Virginia kid. He is also one of the top college baseball players in the transfer portal. Or, at least he was — Crosland just left the porta

Jun 8, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) celebrates as he runs the bases on his solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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While the 2026 college baseball season is over for Virginia, there is still plenty to watch for — namely, the transfer portal action and also a cohort of Cavali

The Cavaliers defend Disharoon Park March 31 against Old Dominion.

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The second base position has been important for Virginia baseball. Occupied by Henry Godbout — now the Boston Red Sox No. 9 prospect — and recently Joe Tiroly,