Kent State transfer Sawyer Solitaria commits to Texas Longhorns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Sawyer Solitaria, an outfielder from Kent State, has committed to the Texas Longhorns following a weekend visit. Solitaria, a 6’5”, 225-pound player, is regarded as a potential 2027 MLB Draft prospect. He earned MAC Freshman of the Year honors in 2025 and received first-team All-MAC accolades. His career at Kent State saw him improve his hitting abilities significantly, showcasing raw power and versatility on the field. Texas aims to fill an outfield spot with Solitaria in the wake of player departures.
- •Solitaria was the MAC Freshman of the Year in 2025.
- •He has two seasons of eligibility remaining.
- •Solitaria is projected as a 2027 MLB Draft prospect.
- •He improved his batting power and average significantly in his sophomore year.
- •Solitaria is expected to replace Aiden Robbins in the Texas outfield.
- 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Kent State transfer OF Sawyer Solitaria commits to Texas
"The Ohio product was the MAC Freshman of the Year in 2025.
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