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Notebook: Draft pick signing bonuses + the latest commitment in the 2027 class
All of Kentucky's players and recruits have signed except for Cincinnati Reds selection Matt Ponatoski.
Notes: Braxton Van Cleave update, a look at how UK finished statistically in SEC play
Nick Mingione provided an update on freshman outfielder Braxton Van Cleave following Saturday's game, plus a look at how UK performed in SEC play.
Recruiting notebook: A new target emerges in the 2026 class + an early look at the MLB draft
A new target is in play for the 2026 class, plus an early primer for the MLB draft, which begins in two months.
Notes: Hudson Brown set to return, Cats play complete game on Friday night
Kentucky played one of its best games of the season in a 9-2 victory over Tennessee, plus first baseman Hudson Brown is set to return on Saturday.
UK baseball notes: Mingione updates personnel, Cats fall in NCAA projections
A few players who have been out are trending in the right direction, per head coach Nick Mingione. Plus a look at the latest bracketology.
UK baseball notes: Kentucky's pitching staff has a tough go of it at Louisville
A look at Kentucky's loss to Louisville, plus notes on award watchlists, a top-ranked signee and a new podcast episode.
UK baseball notes: Scott Campbell Jr. makes the most of his opportunity
In the starting lineup for the first time in 22 days, Scott Campbell Jr. provided a big swing for the Wildcats on Saturday.
Notebook: Where Kentucky landed (or didn't land) in preseason polls + recruiting notes
With the college baseball season starting in just over three weeks, many publications that cover the sport have begun releasing preseason top 25 polls.
Notebook: UK connections in updated Baseball America MLB draft list, SEC coaching shakeup
Two Kentucky connections were included in Baseball America's latest 2026 MLB draft list, and massive SEC coaching news happened on Wednesday.
Recruiting notebook: 2026 commits participate in WWBA World Championship
Three members of the 2026 recruiting class played in Jupiter, Florida, for Perfect Game's WWBA World Championship. Plus a look at UK's newest recruiting strategy.
Notebook: UK commits in updated draft rankings, recruiting notes
With the MLB draft just a few weeks away, various publications are updating their prospect rankings. Plus a couple of high school and transfer portal recruiting notes.