USC baseball experiences significant player departures via transfer portal

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:29 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

USC baseball experiences significant player departures via transfer portal
Summary

USC baseball has seen multiple players enter the transfer portal following their 2026 season, including designated hitter/catcher Augie Lopez. Joining him are pitchers Diego Velazquez, Gavin Lauridsen, Ben Cushnie, Garren Rizzo, Michael Ebner, Matthew Morrell, and Jake Sekany. The exodus also includes catchers Richard Tejeda and Jarrett Sabol, infielder Maddox Riske, and outfielders Nolan Eberwein and Will Stickney. USC recently concluded its best season in over two decades, reaching the Chapel Hill Super Regional. Coach Andy Stankiewicz faces the task of replacing significant talent ahead of next season.

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  • Augie Lopez enters transfer portal.
  • Pitchers Velazquez, Lauridsen, and others depart.
  • Several position players also leaving the team.
  • USC reached Chapel Hill Super Regional this year.
  • Coach Andy Stankiewicz will seek roster replacements.
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It has been a busy few weeks for the Trojans in the portal. Which players have left the program thus far?

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