UNC Baseball lands North Dakota State transfer shortstop Jake Schaffner

Posted Jun 12, 2025
North Dakota State shortstop Jake Schaffner, one of the most sought-after mid-major players in the transfer portal, on Thursday became UNC’s fourth commitment. He’ll be the Tar Heels’ likely shortstop replacement for Alex Madera, who is out of eligibility. Schaffner was a semifinalist for the Brooks Wallace Award, recognizing college baseball’s best shortstop. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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