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Alabama baseball reaches Men's College World Series for first time since 1999

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:22 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Alabama baseball reaches Men's College World Series for first time since 1999

Summary

Alabama baseball secured its place in the Men's College World Series by defeating St. John's 7-2 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium on June 9, 2026, completing a Super Regional sweep. The game featured a critical grand slam from Jason Torres, who finished with four RBIs. This victory marks Alabama's return to Omaha after a 27-year absence, a significant achievement for the program. Alabama's pitching, highlighted by Zane Adams' strong performance, also played a crucial role in the win. The team will face Oklahoma in the College World Series starting Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•Alabama defeats St. John's 7-2 to win Super Regional.
•Jason Torres hits a grand slam, contributing four RBIs.
•Zane Adams pitched 6.1 innings, allowing two earned runs.
•Alabama returns to the College World Series after 27 years.
•Next opponent is SEC rival Oklahoma in Omaha.

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5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama Baseball Is Headed Back to Omaha for the First Time Since 1999

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Jason Torres’ mammoth grand slam punctuated a dominant Super Regional sweep, ending a 27-year drought and propelling the Crimson Tide back to the Men's College World Series.
— Yahoo Sports

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