Observations: UK rallies in game one, controls game two against West Virginia at Prasco Park
Kentucky defeated West Virginia 26-10 over 14 innings on Sunday at Prasco Park. Here are the takeaways from the day's action.
Observations: UK rallies in game one, controls game two against West Virginia at Prasco Park
Kentucky defeated West Virginia 26-10 over 14 innings on Sunday at Prasco Park. Here are the takeaways from the day's action.
Kentucky beats West Virginia 9-8, 17-2 in scrimmages at Prasco Park
Follow along for live updates from Kentucky's scrimmage against West Virginia at Prasco Park in Mason, Ohio.
Q&A: Kentucky, West Virginia square off at Prasco Park in fall scrimmage
Bat Cats Central caught up with Chris Anderson, the owner and publisher of EerSports.com, to learn more about West Virginia baseball in 2026.
Bat Cats Insider: Team notes as Kentucky prepares for WVU scrimmage
The latest team notes before Kentucky travels to Ohio to face West Virginia in a scrimmage on Sunday.
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Returning player spotlight: Will Marcy
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Scrimmage observations (9/24): Campbell steals the show to open the fall
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Returning player spotlight: Ryan Schwartz
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High school recruiting
Kentucky hosts top recruit in 2027 class
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Four 2026 commits participating in Area Code Games
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Notebook: Three UK commitments selected for All-American game, 2026 class adds commitment
Three members of Kentucky's 2026 class will play in the Perfect Game All-American Classic, plus a rankings update from Perfect Game and news of a new commitment.
What is Kentucky baseball getting in two-sport star Matt Ponatoski?
The Ohio Gatorade Player of the Year in football and baseball, Ponatoski is a sizable recruiting win for both Kentucky programs.
Team news
UK RHP Will Pryor expected to miss 2026 season
Pryor transferred to Kentucky from Belmont in the offseason and was expected to compete for a weekend bullpen spot in 2026.
Remaining notes from Bat Cat Central's interview with Nick Mingione
Mingione discussed how fall will be different with more returning players, how rule changes affected the team-building process and more.
Breaking down Kentucky's SEC schedule in 2026
Kentucky's SEC slate for 2026 was announced on Tuesday. Here's a closer look at the opponents the Wildcats will see next year.
Nick Mingione reflects on UK tenure as he nears his 10th fall as head coach
Nick Mingione is set to begin his 10th fall practice as Kentucky's head coach. "This is the only place I ever wanted to be the head coach."
Transfer portal
Jayce Tharnish breaks down Kentucky commitment
Kentucky's likely final transfer addition was a star at St. Bonaventure as a redshirt sophomore, slashing .403/.461/.597 with 11 doubles, two triples and seven homers.
Tyler Cerny brings positive mindset and plenty of experience to Kentucky
With a total of 173 career games under his belt, Cerny will be one of the most experienced players on the Wildcats' roster in 2026.
Kentucky adds Atlantic 10 standout outfielder Jayce Tharnish
Tharnish slashed .403/.461/.597 with 11 doubles, two triples and seven homers, along with 32 stolen bases in 2025.
Belmont transfer Will Pryor explains what led him to Kentucky
Belmont transfer Will Pryor committed to the Wildcats on Thursday night.
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