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Michael Busch trying to find version of himself that could carry Cubs

A season ago, Michael Busch was the Cubs’ home-run leader. But after smacking 34 bombs in 2025, the first baseman came into Monday with just 16 this year. It’s not that he hasn’t been effective – his .352 on-base percentage was the highest of his young career – but he hasn’t been the same lineup-carrying presence he was at times last season. (Chicago Sun-Times)

Conversation with Newly Promoted UNC Baseball Coaches Brandon Martorano and Kyle Datres

On Wednesday, UNC announced the promotions of former Tar Heel baseball standouts Brandon Martorano and Kyle Datres to full-time player development roles on Scott Forbes’ Tar Heels coaching staff. Martorano and Datres previously served as undergraduate assistants last season and will continue those duties in their new permanent roles. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Baseball Promotes Kyle Datres Brandon Martorano To Full-Time Roles

On Wednesday, UNC Baseball head coach Scott Forbes announced the promotions of Kyle Datres and Brandon Martorano, who will now serve in director of player development roles for the program. Datres and Martorano are Carolina Baseball alumni, and both returned to Chapel Hill this past season to fill undergraduate assistant coach positions. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Baseball's Erik Paulsen's Time to Lead

Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell of Inside Carolina sit down with Tar Heel first baseman Erik Paulsen to discuss his journey from New York to UNC, his early baseball career story, the recruiting process that landed him at Stoney Brook and ultimately Carolina, and more. (View Video)

Kane Kepley Continues To Impress In Cubs' Minor League System

Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kane Kepley has one of the more intriguing profiles that you’ll come across in minor league baseball. Chicago used their second-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft on Kepley out of the University of North Carolina, and he's quickly established himself as one of the more interesting young players in the organization. (North Side Baseball)

UNC shortstop Jamie Laskofski named No. 1 transfer hitter

Jamie Laskofski is already considered the best hitter to change addresses this offseason. D1 Baseball on Tuesday named the shortstop, who transferred to UNC from William & Mary in June, the No. 1 transfer hitter in the country. Laskofski, who will be a junior next season, went from mid-major standout to one of the most coveted names in the transfer portal. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Will Zac Gallen play a role for the 2026 Diamondbacks again?

When Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen popped up on the injured list with right elbow inflammation last month, it became uncertain whether he would ever pitch for Arizona again. Gallen has put forth the worst season of his career, went to see renowned surgeon Neal ElAttrache for a second opinion and has since been placed on the 60-day injured list. (Arizona Sports)

Vance Honeycutt promoted within Baltimore Orioles' organization

Now in his second full professional season, Vance Honeycutt just received some exciting career news. On Monday morning, the O's announced they're promoting Honeycutt to the Double-A Chesapeake Baysox. Despite hitting just .182 for the High-A Frederick Keys in 63 games, Honeycutt still sports that same power Tar Heel Nation fell in love with. (USA Today)

Macon Winslow's first professional home run was an absolute no-doubter

Macon Winslow, the 6th round pick of the Phillies, showed what he can do with the bat when fully healthy. The former Tar Heel crushed a 406-foot homer, a three-run shot. Winslow might not have been around Chapel Hill for long, but his impact on the Diamond Heels was very important. He played a big role in helping UNC get to the College World Series. (Keeping It Heel)

Minor League Baseball returns to the Field of Dreams, as does former Tar Heel infielder Aaron Sabato

For Saint Paul Saints player and former UNC first baseman Aaron Sabato, it is a return trip. Sabato previously played at the Field of Dreams in 2022 as a member of the Cedar Rapids Kernels. “I mean, it kind of puts stuff into perspective of how much the game brings people together and how much you can give back to the community,” Sabato said. “ (KCRG)

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