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Baylor adds Texas State right-hander Keller Eberly from portal
By Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Baylor baseball picked up Texas State right-hander Keller Eberly out of the NCAA transfer portal last week, giving coach Mitch Thompson another experienced arm with one year of eligibility remaining.
Why this matters in The Waco
Baylor's addition of Keller Eberly from the NCAA transfer portal brings a seasoned pitcher to the team, which could bolster the Bears' chances in the competitive Big 12 conference. With one year of eligibility remaining, Eberly's experience will be valuable in helping the team navigate the challenges of conference play. Coach Mitch Thompson's ability to attract talented players from the transfer portal is a testament to the program's reputation and his own recruiting prowess. As the upcoming season approaches, fans will be watching to see how Eberly integrates into the team's pitching rotation and how his presence impacts the overall dynamics of the squad. The move also reflects the growing trend of using the transfer portal to fill specific needs and enhance roster depth, a strategy that Baylor and other local teams will likely continue to employ in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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