UNC baseball projected for return to Omaha in 2027 analysis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
North Carolina baseball is included in early predictions for the 2027 College World Series. After a close run last season, the Diamond Heels are expected to compete again, with Monty Taylor citing their potential return to Omaha. Key players returning include second baseman Gavin Gallaher, along with infielders Erik Paulsen and Cooper Nicholson, and bullpen arm Caden Glauber. The team, however, will need to fill gaps left by departing stars such as pitcher Jason DeCaro and center fielder Owen Hull. Scott Forbes will continue as head coach.
- •UNC fell short in the 2026 College World Series finals.
- •Gavin Gallaher announces his return for the 2027 season.
- •Scott Forbes remains the head coach for UNC.
- •UNC joins LSU, Arizona State, and others in projections for Omaha.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Where does UNC baseball land in Way-Too-Early 2027 projections
"UNC fell one win short of its first College World Series title last season. These early, 2027 projections have the Diamond Heels back in Omaha.
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