June 3, 2025

Texas A&M Baseball Faces Major Changes with Eight Players Entering Transfer Portal

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Texas A&M baseball is undergoing significant changes as eight players have entered the NCAA Transfer Portal following a disappointing season. Key players like pitcher Isaac Morton and catcher Jacob Galloway are seeking new opportunities. The Aggies, who finished with a 30-26 record, failed to reach the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1991. Despite the shakeup, Athletic Director Trev Alberts confirmed head coach Michael Earley will return for the next season, as the program looks to rebuild with a new recruiting class and retain key talents.

College Station, Texas – In a significant development for Texas A&M baseball, eight players have entered the NCAA Transfer Portal as the transfer window opened, marking a response to a disappointing season for the Aggies. The players opting for transfer include right-handed pitcher Isaac Morton, outfielder Nathan Tobin, and catchers Jacob Galloway and Hayden Crites, among others.

The list of players entering the portal features:

Right-handed pitcher Isaac Morton
Catcher Jacob Galloway
Right-handed pitchers Blayne Lyne, Houston Tomlinson, and Kyrin LeBlanc
Outfielder Nathan Tobin
Catcher Hayden Crites
Left-handed pitcher Austin Vargas

Isaac Morton, a sophomore, finished the past season with a record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 2.45 across three appearances spanning 3.2 innings. Throughout the season, he threw a total of 82 pitches, achieving four walks and four strikeouts. During his freshman year, Morton had more opportunities, making 10 appearances with a similar record of 1-0 and a slightly higher ERA of 2.87 over 15.2 innings. His consistent performance in earlier seasons raised expectations for the following year.

Joining Morton is Jacob Galloway, who initially moved to Texas A&M from Southern Cal, where he had notable success with a batting average of .286, a .386 on-base percentage, and a .451 slugging average. However, Galloway started this season as the primary catcher but lost that position to Bear Harrison after the first series of conference play. Ultimately, Galloway’s batting statistics fell short, concluding the season at .220 over 20 games, with only one home run and seven RBIs.

Bear Harrison, who took Galloway’s place, excelled in his role, achieving a batting average of .254 alongside 10 home runs and 34 RBIs. In addition, other players such as Blayne Lyne and Nathan Tobin contributed minimally, with Lyne making just one appearance for one-third of an inning and Tobin, primarily a pinch runner, accumulating one hit from 11 games.

With a season record of 30-26 and 11-19 in conference play, the Aggies failed to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament this year. This disappointing outcome marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time since 1991 that a preseason No. 1 team missed out on the national tournament, raising questions about the future of the baseball program.

Speculation surrounding head coach Michael Earley’s job emerged following the season’s outcome; however, Athletic Director Trev Alberts confirmed that Earley will return for another season. Alberts praised Earley’s efforts in evaluating the necessary adjustments needed within the baseball program and expressed optimism about his ability to implement meaningful changes to propel the team into a better position for the upcoming season.

Galloway’s entry into the transfer portal aligns with earlier discussions among players regarding their future options post-season. While entering the portal does not guarantee a player’s departure from the team, the action does indicate their intent to explore opportunities with other programs. It enhances the likelihood of players finding new teams suited to their career aspirations.

Looking ahead, Texas A&M is expected to retain several key players for the 2026 season, including Bear Harrison. Additionally, the baseball program is gearing up to welcome a highly-ranked recruiting class for the next season, which could play a crucial role in rejuvenating the team following this year’s setbacks. The Aggies look to rebound with fresh talent and a renewed spirit, aiming to restore pride in their storied baseball tradition.

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