2026 College World Series: Picks, predictions for every opening-round game and CWS Finals

Posted Jun 12, 2026
While UNC does not feature the kind of potent offense often associated with national champions, the Tar Heels get by at the dish because they do not have any holes in their lineup. Combine that with arguably the best stable of arms in the sport, and you're looking at a team with the tools to get through the lighter of the two College World Series brackets. (CBS Sports)

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