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Two pitchers interested in returning to UK as litigation continues over NCAA eligibility
Two members from the 2022 class are interested in returning to Kentucky for another season.
Notebook: Fall exhibitions scheduled, Cats on the board in 2028 class
Kentucky will play in four exhibitions this fall, plus news of the first commitment in the 2028 class.
Here's how Kentucky's players have performed this summer
Summer leagues are winding down across the country as the fall semester begins in a few weeks. How have Kentucky's players performed?
Cats add Ohio State infielder Lee Ellis to portal class
After losing two commitments from the 2026 class to the MLB draft, Kentucky secured a middle infielder from the transfer portal.
Breaking down the Cats' portal arms
Contributing writer Adam Revelette offers his thoughts on UK's portal pitching commits.
Intel: The latest on Kentucky's pursuit of top portal prospect Connor Shouse
Kentucky is strongly in the mix for Connor Shouse, one of the top players available in the transfer portal. Here's what we're hearing at Bat Cats Central.
Veteran RHP PJ Craig found a new home at Kentucky
Craig had a productive season, logging over 100 innings and earning First Team All-MAAC.
Weekend recap: Kentucky salvages game three but drops sixth straight series in SEC play
Kentucky rallied to win the series finale against South Carolina, but it was a sixth straight series loss for the team.
Observations (4/19): Kentucky falls 13-6 to drop its fifth straight SEC series
Kentucky fell to Vanderbilt to drop to 8-10 in the SEC.
Observations (4/17): Braxton Van Cleave's walk-off grand slam propels Kentucky over Vanderbilt
The freshman delivered the biggest swing of his life in Friday night's win.
Observations (4/7): Bullpen comes through in 4-2 win over Louisville
Kentucky picked up a win over its in-state rival on Tuesday night.
Recruiting notebook: Visit season + post-summer rankings update
A look at where UK's commits landed in recent rankings updates, plus a top-100 recruit was recently on campus.
Notebook: Fall exhibitions scheduled, Cats on the board in 2028 class
Kentucky will play in four exhibitions this fall, plus news of the first commitment in the 2028 class.
After back-to-back state titles, the MLB draft is up next for Grayson Willoughby
Willoughby, Kentucky's top-ranked recruit in the 2026 class, will soon know whether he'll be in Lexington or beginning his professional career.
Kentucky adds two-sport star Tyler Fryman. What can fans expect on the diamond?
The long-awaited commitment from the state's top two-sport athlete came to fruition on Friday. Bat Cats Central caught up with Perfect Game's Jordan Gates to find out what the Cats are getting.
Kentucky makes school history but takes some hits in 2024 MLB Draft
The Wildcats had two players drafted in the top 60 for the first time in school history but saw six incoming commitments be selected.
What I'm hearing on Kentucky and the 2024 MLB Draft
The next three days will play a big role in determining the Wildcats' 2025 roster. Here's what to watch for during the MLB draft.
Kentucky hiring Wright State's Chase Slone as assistant
The Wildcats' new hitting coach was hired on Sunday to replace Nick Ammirati
What Kentucky is getting in new portal commit Matthew Watson
A 6-5, 220-pound right-hander, Watson gives UK another weekend arm possibility in 2025.
The week ahead for Kentucky baseball
The Wildcats are set to play four games at Kentucky Proud Park this week.
Final projection for Kentucky's 2026 Opening Day lineup
Kentucky brought back five players who were starting toward the end of last season, along with a few impactful transfers and incoming freshmen.
Final projection for Kentucky's pitching staff in 2026
How will Kentucky's pitching staff shape up with the season just a few days away? Here's the final projection from Bat Cats Central.
The 2026 Kentucky Baseball Mega-Preview
The Wildcats open their 2026 season on Friday against UNC Greensboro. The Bat Cats Central Mega-Preview sets the stage for the upcoming season.
Wrapping up the returning player spotlight series
Bat Cats Central wraps up the returning player spotlight series with a look at seven right-handed pitchers.
Returning player spotlight: Will Marcy
Marcy scuffled out of the gate after winning UK's center field job, but was lost for the season with an injury prior to SEC play.
Returning player spotlight: Ryan Schwartz
Schwartz .317 in 60 at-bats as a freshman and was a regular in the lineup down the stretch of the season.
Returning player spotlight: Luke Lawrence
Lawrence started all 57 games at second base for the Wildcats in 2025.
Kentucky's season ends in heartbreaking 6-5 loss to West Virginia in Morgantown Regional final
Kentucky and West Virginia played in an instant classic for the second straight night.
West Virginia stuns UK with five-run ninth, forcing a winner-take-all finale on Monday
West Virginia scored five runs in the ninth inning to stun Kentucky on Sunday night.
Kentucky is one win away from another super regional
Kentucky took down West Virginia 11-9 in a wild game at the Monongalia County Baseball Complex.
'We just kept fighting.' Kentucky opens Morgantown Regional with 6-5 win over Wake Forest
Kentucky's toughness was on display in a 6-5 win on Friday against the Demon Deacons.
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.
Breaking down Kentucky's pitchers against Morehead State
Adam Revelette breaks down Kentucky's pitchers during the final scrimmage against Morehead State.
Live updates: Kentucky scrimmages Morehead State
Kentucky is hosting Morehead State at Kentucky Proud Park today for a scrimmage to close out fall practice.
Scrimmage observations (10/19): Van Cleave launches homer in shortened scrimmage
Freshman outfielder Braxton Van Cleave hit his first homer of the fall on Sunday in a scrimmage that ended in a 3-0 win for the Blue team.
Scrimmage observations (10/17): Tharnish homers early, pitching takes over late
After the Black team scored five runs early in the scrimmage, the pitching staff for both teams settled in and delivered quality innings.
Analyzing Kentucky's 2026 offseason
A detailed look at Kentucky baseball as one phase of the offseason comes to an end.
A look at Kentucky's roster after the MLB draft
All in all, it was a good MLB draft for the Kentucky Wildcats.
Five Kentucky players or signees invited to MLB Draft Combine. Here's a look at UK's history with the event
Two Kentucky players and three signees have been invited to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine. What do historical trends with the event suggest could come next for UK's particpants this year?
A cornerstone piece is returning to Kentucky baseball in 2027
Kentucky baseball's first big domino of the offseason fell. Here's what else to watch for in the coming days and weeks.
Rev’s Rundown: June 4
Contributing writer Adam Revelette wraps up his thoughts from the season and previews the offseason.
Rev’s Rundown: Anonymous coaches dish on Morgantown Regional
Anonymous coaches break down UK's opponent and potential opponents in the upcoming Morgantown regional.
Rev's Rundown, May 21: Your weekend watch guide
This week's column gives UK fans everything they need to know about the NCAA Tournament bubble picture.
Rev’s Rundown, May 14: Statement weekend
Welcome to another edition of Rev's Rundown. Contributing writer Adam Revelette offers his thoughts from the week and previews the series against Arkansas, including an interview with Kevin Bohannon.
Bat Cats Insider: Intel on UK baseball heading into the MLB draft
The MLB draft is set to begin today. Here's the latest Bat Cats Central is hearing on UK's draft prospects.
Bat Cats Insider: Good news expected soon for two Kentucky programs
The long-awaited commitment of an in-state star could be arriving soon.
Bat Cats Insider: The latest happenings with Kentucky baseball
An inside look at the latest on Kentucky baseball.
Bat Cats Insider: What we're following on the first day of practice
Kentucky officially returns to practice on Monday. Here are the storylines we're following as the season begins in 32 days.
Kentucky baseball mailbag, Part 2: Has Kentucky addressed its needs for 2027?
Part two of the mailbag tackles the remaining questions asked by fans.
Kentucky baseball mailbag, Part 1: Answering questions about the pitching staff
Part one of the mailbag looks at Kentucky's pitching staff following the 2026 MLB draft.
Mailbag: What is Kentucky's ceiling in 2026?
This mailbag edition discusses Kentucky's floor/ceiling in 2026, the ongoing catcher battle and a starting lineup projection at this point in time.
Mailbag: Answering questions about UK baseball in 2026
With the draft completed, we have a better idea of remaining needs and what the 2026 team could look like.
Remaining topics from Bat Cats Central's interview with Nick Mingione
Mingione discussed how Kentucky decided on its fall opponents, his thoughts on ABS and more.
For the first time at Kentucky, Nick Mingione has a new boss
J Batt took over for Mitch Barnhart in July. "I think he's realized he's come into a really good situation," Nick Mingione said.
Kentucky's next shortstop 'doesn't have to try to be Tyler Bell'
Kentucky will have three players competing for the shortstop job to replace Tyler Bell.
Draft day breaks helped shape Kentucky's offense
Kentucky returns five starters from last year's tournament team and brought in a strong position group from the transfer portal as well.
A look at Kentucky baseball as SEC play begins
A look at the biggest storylines for Kentucky baseball through 17 games this season.
How does Mitch Barnhart's retirement affect Kentucky baseball?
Mitch Barnhart is expected to retire after nearly a quarter-century as Kentucky's athletic director. How does his retirement affect Kentucky baseball?
UK baseball roots run deep in the dark hills at Eastern Kentucky University
In November, Bat Cats Central contributing writer Adam Revelette met with the new EKU coaching staff.
Hindle's adaptability and leadership have been critical for Kentucky
Ethan Hindle moved positions and ascended to the top of the batting order early in the Wildcats' 2026 season.
Pump It Up: A new Kentucky baseball podcast
Derek Terry will join KSR's Adam Luckett for the "Pump It Up" Kentucky baseball podcast.
Happy Holidays! Plus a look at the year ahead
With another year wrapping up, Bat Cats Central previews what's coming in the next few months.
Bat Cats Central welcomes Adam Revelette, Jonathon Bruner as contributing writers
Bat Cats Central is enhancing its coverage of Kentucky baseball with the additions of contributing writers Adam Revelette and Jonathon Bruner.
Welcome to the new Bat Cats Central!
Here's everything you need to know about our switch from Substack to Ghost.
Three Kentucky baseball thoughts to close out the holiday weekend
Three Kentucky baseball thoughts as summer rolls on.
Four Kentucky baseball thoughts from this week
It was a busy week for Kentucky baseball, and the news won't be slowing down any time soon. Here are some thoughts from the week.
Notes: The story of how Luke Lawrence got ready for Saturday
A look at Luke Lawrence's 24 hours after an injury on Friday, Jack Bennett's performance and an impressive group of talent in the Morgantown Regional.
Column: Everything is falling into place for Kentucky at the right time
Kentucky is coming off its best series in over a month. Are the Wildcats poised for a late season run?