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Carolina Insider Podcast: Caleb Wilson Injury, Pitt Preview, Scott Forbes, Sydney Seabrooks

Caleb Wilson has a fractured hand leaving his and UNC Basketball's season in doubt (1:32). The Tar Heels suffered a letdown at Miami (11:43) and now host Pitt looking to bounce back (23:00). Baseball season starts today and coach Scott Forbes preview the year (29:33). And star freshman gymnast Sydney Seabrooks joins (50:50). (Listen To Podcast)

Diamond Heels 2026 Batting Preview

On UNC Baseball media day, Coach Scott Forbes listed who would start in seven of nine positions if the season had started that day. Six are new faces to the program this year. Despite saying things may be different when Indiana visits on Friday, we will use his original list as a base for discussion. Here are the seven players in the batting order he mentioned. (TarHeel247)

UNC Baseball's outfield is a mixed bag of talent and depth

With departing talent and a fresh crop of outfielders, UNC Baseball's outfield is rebuilt but still ready to compete. The preseason No. 11 Diamond Heels are projected to see one transfer portal addition, one freshman and one unnamed returnee patrol the outfield for the 2026 season. The key is that UNC has depth at its disposal, especially in the outfield. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC Catcher Macon Winslow’s Fresh Start in Carolina Blue

North Carolina junior catcher Macon Winslow arrived in Chapel Hill via the transfer portal from Duke, but his connection to Carolina runs deeper than a simple roster move. Winslow has been close with fellow Diamond Heel Gavin Gallaher since childhood, so close that he once lived with Gallaher's family during high school, and lives with him again now. (TarHeel247)

Matthew Matthijs Returns, Takes on Captain Role for UNC Baseball

Matthew Matthijs has never been the loudest guy, but entering 2026, he doesn't have to be. UNC Baseball's senior right-hander was named a team captain this preseason, a role coach Scott Forbes says reflects years of growth. "Gavin Gallaher and Matthew Matthijs are our two captains this year. They aren't our only leaders, but they are our captains." (TarHeel247)

UNC Baseball 2026 Pitching Preview

Despite the massive turnover seen with the batting order, the Diamond Heels were able to keep a steady staff of pitchers for 2026. Returning arms like Jason DeCaro, Matthew Matthijs, and Walker McDuffie anchor the crew of slingers looking to improve upon last season's ACC-best 3.47 ERA. So let's get familiar with the Tar Heels' pitchers this season. (TarHeel247)

Video: This Week in UNC Baseball with Scott Forbes - Opening Weekend

UNC Baseball season opens Friday with Indiana coming to Boshamer Stadium for a three-game series. It's the first time the Tar Heels and Hoosiers have met on the diamond. Inside Carolina's Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley spoke with UNC coach Scott Forbes to discuss opening day and the lead-up to the 2026 season. (View Video)

Diamond Heels to rely on strong additions to infield this season

All five projected infield starters for UNC Baseball this season are juniors. Despite this, the Diamond Heels have only one returner slated to start in the infield: second baseman Gavin Gallaher. The newly appointed team captain looks to lead the Tar Heels as they lean on that experience with their almost entirely new infield. Here is a preview of each position. (Daily Tar Heel)

Six Tar Heels earn D1Baseball position rankings

Expectations are high every season for North Carolina when it takes the baseball diamond at Boshamer Stadium, and this season is no different, with the Tar Heels already earning national praise. Six UNC position players were ranked among the best at their spots by D1Baseball.com, which has the Diamond Heels ranked at No. 11 in the country. (USA Today)

Folger Boaz's rebuilt confidence, new starting role looks to power UNC Baseball's rotation

Entering this season, Folger Boaz is different. Greater confidence, enhanced leadership, and a new pitch in his arsenal. After undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2024, Boaz started four games last season before moving to the bullpen. But with a full offseason under his belt, Boaz looks to insert himself into one of the country's top starting rotations. (Daily Tar Heel)

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