Wade Cooper prepares for competition with Texas A&M's pitching lineup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Wade Cooper, a transfer pitcher from Texas State, is set to join Texas A&M's roster and compete for a starting job. After a freshman season with a 4.72 ERA and 73 strikeouts, he previously faced the Aggies during a midweek game, throwing 38 pitches and earning the win. His addition follows five transfers to A&M, which has revamped its pitching lineup under new coach Barry Enright after the dismissal of Jason Kelley. Cooper’s familiarity with the Aggie lineup may give him an edge as he looks to secure a key role in the pitching staff.
- •Wade Cooper had a 4.72 ERA and five saves last season.
- •He faced Texas A&M last season, earning the win in a 1.1-inning outing.
- •Cooper joins Texas A&M amidst five transfer additions this offseason.
- •Barry Enright is the new pitching coach replacing Jason Kelley.
- •Cooper is now competing for a starting or key bullpen position.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M transfer pitcher already faced most of the 2027 Aggie lineup
"Texas A&M transfer pitcher Wade Cooper faced the Aggie lineup during a midweek game last season, and is on track to compete for a starting job.
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