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Category: Baseball
One bad inning on mound costs UNC in exhibition loss to Wolfpack
DURHAM — Don’t try to tell Scott Forbes that it’s just an exhibition game that doesn’t matter when it ends with a loss to Carolina’s rival. “I guess the only thing good, as competitive as we are, is that game doesn’t count in the record books,” Forbes said. “But it still counts when you play against N.C. State.”
UNC extends Forbes’ contract through 2032; assistants get extensions
North Carolina has extended baseball coach Scott Forbes’ contract through 2032 after a season that ended with the Tar Heels as national runners-up.
Roy Williams gave ‘Scotty Boy’ Forbes words of wisdom after UNC came win away from title
CHAPEL HILL — “Scotty Boy, just keep doing what you’re doing, and it will happen.” Those were the words to North Carolina coach Scott Forbes from legendary coach Roy Williams after UNC made it to the College World Series Finals, only to come up short in the deciding game against Oklahoma.
UNC launches official liquor line ahead of football home opener
Tar Heels fans have long known how to celebrate a win, a rivalry, and pretty much anything involving the color Carolina blue. Now, for the first time, they can toast to it with something that shows their school spirit via official spirits. UNC Athletics has teamed up with North Carolina-based Cape Fear Distillery to launch the Spirit of Carolina Collection, the university’s first officially licensed line of Tar Heels-branded spirits.
UNC shortstop Laskofski named No. 1 transfer hitter
Jamie Laskofski hasn’t played a game for North Carolina yet, but is already considered the best hitter to change addresses this offseason. D1 Baseball on Tuesday named the shortstop, who transferred to UNC from William & Mary in June, the No. 1 transfer hitter in the country.
UNC adds another transfer pitcher in right-hander Osbolt
North Carolina added another transfer arm to its pitching staff Sunday, as right-hander Major Osbolt announced his commitment to the Tar Heels.
Gold Glove second baseman Gallaher returning to UNC for senior season
Second baseman Gavin Gallaher will return to North Carolina for his senior season, immediately bolstering a program coming off a run to Omaha.
Two more Tar Heels go in MLB Draft, but players not picked should give them solid senior returnees
There were good surprises and bad surprises for North Carolina in the MLB Draft, but the latter should give the Tar Heels an impressive returning core from last season’s College World Series finalists.
Padres select UNC pitcher Lynch in the third round
The San Diego Padres selected UNC pitcher Ryan Lynch with the 98th overall pick in the third round of the MLB Draft on Saturday, with the right-hander capping a two‑season rise in Chapel Hill that featured big‑game starts, a mid‑90s fastball and a wipeout slider.
Pirates pick DeCaro in the third round of MLB Draft
The Pittsburgh Pirates selected Jason DeCaro as the No. 80 overall pick in the third round of the MLB Draft on Saturday after a junior season at North Carolina when he combined heavy innings, swing‑and‑miss stuff, and a steady, process‑driven approach.
Red Sox take UNC’s Hull with No. 67 overall pick in the MLB Draft
The Boston Red Sox selected Owen Hull as the No. 67 overall pick in the competitive balance pick in the second round of the MLB Draft on Saturday after Hull consistently delivering clutch performances during his only season at North Carolina.
Red Sox pick Schaffner as No. 20 overall pick in first round
Jake Schaffner was selected Saturday by the Boston Red Sox as the No. 20 overall pick in the first round of the MLB Draft, capping a season in Chapel Hill that paired elite on‑base skills with Gold Glove‑level defense and postseason poise.
Wilson shows off arm at MLB game ahead of Summer League debut; Veesaar has best game
While Caleb Wilson was showing off his arm at a major‑league ballpark ahead of his NBA Summer League debut, Henri Veesaar delivered his best performance over three games in that league. For the third time in three months, Wilson threw a ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game. He did the honors at the Savannah Bananas game at Kenan Stadium on April 12 and before UNC’s game at Boshamer Stadium against High Point on April 21. On Wednesday, he took the mound at Guaranteed Rate Field before the Chicago White Sox hosted the Boston Red Sox.
Radke ‘loved everything’ about UNC, committing two days after visit
Liam Radke arrived in Chapel Hill last week for the third of four planned official visits, but the itinerary changed quickly. After visiting UNC on Wednesday, the 6–0, 185‑pound right‑handed Class of 2027 pitcher committed to play for the Tar Heels on Friday.