Kentucky, Ole Miss Add Multiple Transfer Pitchers to Baseball Rosters

Several college baseball programs have actively bolstered their rosters through the transfer portal ahead of the 2026 season. Ole Miss secured right-handed pitcher Marko Sipila, adding to a transfer class that includes two left-handed starters, enhancing their pitching rotation. Kentucky has notably strengthened its pitching staff by adding left-hander Jackson Soucie from South Carolina and outfielder Scott Campbell from USC Upstate, highlighting a strategic effort to reload with high-profile transfers. Alabama focused on reinforcing its bullpen with three relief pitchers, including southpaw Evan Steckmesser, aiming to improve their pitching depth and effectiveness. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds made a roster move by recalling right-handed pitcher Chase Petty from Triple-A Louisville, looking to bolster their pitching options during the MLB season. These moves reflect a broader trend of teams leveraging the transfer portal and minor league call-ups to address key positional needs and build competitive rosters.