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St. John’s Red Storm undergoes major roster changes ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 2:45 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

St. John’s Red Storm undergoes major roster changes ahead of new season
Summary

St. John’s Red Storm is preparing for the upcoming season with an almost entirely new roster under coach Rick Pitino. The team finished the previous season with a 30-7 record and topped the Big East standings but lost six of its top seven scorers due to graduation and the transfer portal. Notable returners include Ian Jackson and Ruben Prey, while key additions are expected to help fill the gaps left by departed players. The Red Storm's offseason moves are crucial as they aim to build on last season's Sweet 16 appearance against Duke.

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  • •St. John's finished 2025-26 with a 30-7 record and a Big East title.
  • •Ten players from last year’s roster are no longer with the team.
  • •Ian Jackson and Ruben Prey are the only notable returners.
  • •The team aims to rebuild after a Sweet 16 exit to Duke.
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  • 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — 2026-27 Big East Men’s Basketball Summer Vibe Check: St. John’s Red Storm
What they're saying
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It’s nearly an entirely new roster in Queens, and if it was anyone else but Rick Pitino coaching it…. what would we say?

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