Michigan baseball misses NCAA Tournament again, coaching future uncertain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Michigan baseball concluded its season without a bid to the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year. The Wolverines finished 34-24, suffering a disappointing 2-6 finish in the final weeks, including a sweep by Ohio State. After a strong start, including seven straight Big Ten series wins, postseason hopes dimmed following a lackluster performance in the Big Ten Tournament. Head coach Tracy Smith's position is in question as the program has not reached the NCAA Tournament since he took over in 2023, despite expectations for success.
- •Michigan baseball ends season with a 34-24 record.
- •The team failed to qualify for the NCAA Tournament.
- •Tracy Smith took over in 2023 and has not led the team to postseason play.
- •Michigan lost 6-4 to Nebraska in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.
- •The baseball program's struggles contrast with success in other sports at the university.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is Michigan Baseball coach Tracy Smith on the hot seat?
"For the fourth consecutive season, Michigan Baseball will be watching the NCAA Tournament from home. Therefore, the question arises — is head coach Tracy Smith on the hot seat?
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