Daniel Jackson and Dylan Volantis highlight 2026 College World Series stars
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:48 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 College World Series takes place in Omaha, showcasing top talents including Daniel Jackson of Georgia and Dylan Volantis from Texas. Jackson, recognized as the leading player with a historic season, helps Georgia enter as the highest-seeded team. Volantis, a left-handed pitcher, aims for a national title with impressive statistics, including a 2.03 ERA and 126 strikeouts. Other notable players include Gavin Kelly and Jason DeCaro, enhancing the competitive as teams vie for the championship. The tournament is expected to feature exciting matchups and standout performances.
- •Daniel Jackson leads Georgia, noted for his record-setting season.
- •Dylan Volantis is the top pitcher in the tournament with a 2.03 ERA.
- •Jackson became the first catcher with 25 home runs and 25 stolen bases in one season.
- •Volantis is projected as a top pick in the 2027 MLB Draft.
- •Teams like West Virginia and North Carolina have strong contributors in Gavin Kelly and Jason DeCaro.
- 1:48 PMCBS Sports — 2026 College World Series: Daniel Jackson, Dylan Volantis headline NCAA baseball's biggest stars in Omaha
"Many of the best individual players in college baseball will have a say in who wins the national championship
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