Alabama Crimson Tide reaches College World Series for first time since 1999
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:09 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Alabama Crimson Tide advanced to the College World Series after defeating St. John's in two games of the Super Regional. Alabama won the first game 8-0 and followed up with a 7-2 victory that extended into a weather delay before concluding on Monday morning. The first game had a decisive performance from Alabama's pitchers, and the second match saw a grand slam from Jason Torres to help secure the win. The Tide have now improved their season record to 42-19, while St. John's finishes at 36-26. This marks the Tide's first appearance at the College World Series since 1999.
- •Alabama defeated St. John's 8-0 and 7-2 in the Super Regional.
- •The second game was affected by weather, resulting in a rain delay.
- •Jason Torres hit a grand slam in the decisive game.
- •Alabama's record is 42-19, while St. John's concludes at 36-26.
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"For the first time since 1999 the Crimson Tide is headed to the College World Series
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