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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Baseball.

Jake Schaffner’s dream becomes first-round reality

Jake Schaffner’s baseball journey has taken him from Janesville Craig to college stops out of state. Now, it’s taking him to the Boston Red Sox. The Janesville native was selected 20th overall by Boston in the first round of the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday night. Schaffner said the last few days have moved fast as he starts to process what comes next. (WMTV)

Kane Kepley Made an Absolutely Ridiculous Play That Deserves More Attention

Although the numbers don’t look as overwhelming for 22-year-old 2025 second rounder Kane Kepley as they once did, the shape suggests pretty strongly to me that this is a guy who needs to face better pitching to continue his development. In the meantime, one of his skills that will definitely translate as the former Diamond Heel climbs? The glove. (Bleacher Nation)

What are Red Sox getting in UNC roommates they took in MLB Draft? Their coach weighs in

Few enjoyed the top of the Red Sox’ draft board more than UNC Baseball coach Scott Forbes, who watched from a North Carolina beach Saturday as Boston selected two of his players, shortstop Jake Schaffner and outfielder Owen Hull, with their first two picks. In just one season in Chapel Hill, the pair of roommates made a big impact for the Tar Heels. (MSN.com)

America’s pastime has rich history at UNC

UNC's first sporting event took place in spring 1884 on a baseball diamond against Bingham Military School. We don’t know the date or the result, but it was a Great Day to be a Tar Heel. Baseball has a rich history in Chapel Hill. In celebration of America250, let’s look at some surprising ties between the nation’s pastime and its first public university. (UNC.edu)

Aaron Sabato is Thriving at Triple-A. Do the Twins Care?

Aaron Sabato has spent most of his pro career trying to convince the Twins that he could become more than organizational depth. Now, he's finally doing everything they could ask from a first baseman. The problem? It may have come too late. Lightly recruited, Sabato transformed himself into one of college baseball's premier power hitters at UNC. (Twins Daily)

Who is Jake Schaffner? Get to know Red Sox' first-round draft pick

With the 20th pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, the Boston Red Sox selected shortstop Jake Schaffner out of the University of North Carolina. It was a surprise pick for Boston as Schaffner was ranked far lower on most draft boards. While he wasn't viewed as a first-round prospect, Schaffner has an exciting skill set with advanced bat-to-ball skills and speed. (NBC Sports)

What UNC baseball’s Ryan Lynch brings to San Diego Padres

After starting his career in the bullpen, Ryan Lynch became a key part of the rotation in the postseason as a freshman before earning a spot as a starter in his sophomore year. He has plus-velocity that reaches the high 90s and some solid off-speed stuff. Lynch is likely to experience both worlds as a long reliever with some spot starts at the next level. (MSN.com)

Gold Glove second baseman Gavin Gallaher returning to UNC for senior season

Second baseman Gavin Gallaher will remain at UNC for his senior season, bolstering a Tar Heel baseball program coming off a run to Omaha. The captain started all 69 games for Carolina and finished this past season batting .291 with an .865 OPS, collecting 84 hits, 12 home runs, and 64 RBI, while scoring 79 runs and stealing eight bases in nine attempts. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Gavin Gallaher’s Return Gives UNC Baseball Infield Continuity

When Gavin Gallaher's name was not called during the 2026 MLB Draft, the disappointing result created some encouraging news for UNC Baseball. Gallaher will now remain in Chapel Hill for his senior season, providing coach Scott Forbes with another proven veteran as the Diamond Heels attempt another run at the program’s first national championship. (Yahoo! Sports)

Gavin Gallaher Returning to North Carolina Baseball for Senior Season

UNC Baseball captain Gavin Gallaher will return to the Tar Heels for his senior season, a source with direct knowledge of the decision told TarHeel247 on Sunday night. Gallaher gives head coach Scott Forbes a top-of-the-order middle infielder who has established himself as one of the nation's best defenders while producing offensively and in the postseason. (TarHeel247)

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