North Carolina baseball adds JUCO pitcher Major Osbolt for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:31 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
North Carolina baseball secured a commitment from Major Osbolt, a right-handed pitcher from Walters State Community College, on July 26, 2026. Osbolt, who posted an 8-1 record with a 4.56 ERA during his redshirt freshman season, struck out 102 batters while issuing just 29 walks. Standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 195 pounds, he aims to bolster the Tar Heels' pitching depth ahead of the 2027 season. Osbolt is expected to bring three years of collegiate eligibility to the program, having previously committed to LSU before choosing North Carolina. This addition aligns with the team's goal to enhance its pitching staff after experiencing challenges during recent postseason play.
- •Major Osbolt committed to North Carolina on July 26, 2026.
- •He recorded 102 strikeouts and 29 walks last season.
- •Osbolt has three seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining.
- •North Carolina is focusing on deepening its pitching staff for the 2027 season.
- •He previously had a commitment to LSU before choosing North Carolina.
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — UNC Baseball Adds Strike-Throwing JUCO Right-Hander Major Osbolt
"North Carolina continues stockpiling pitching depth with a commitment from Walters State right-hander Major Osbolt, who struck out 102 batters and issued only 29 walks during his redshirt freshman season.
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