Mike Rescigno drafted in 25th round by the San Francisco Giants

By Jake Eisenberg and Ben Harris Maryland right-hander Mike Rescigno was selected in the 25th round (755th overall) of the 2016 MLB Draft by the San Francisco Giants. Rescigno is the second Terp to be drafted this year, after Mike Shawaryn was drafted yesterday. https://twitter.com/mlbdrafttracker/status/741705186213761024 After beginning his collegiate career as an infielder, head coach John … Continue reading Mike Rescigno drafted in 25th round by the San Francisco Giants

Mike Shawaryn Drafted in 5th Round by Boston Red Sox

By Ben Harris Mike Shawaryn, the most prolific pitcher to ever step foot in College Park, Maryland, was selected 148th overall in the 5th round by the Boston Red Sox in the 2016 Major League Baseball Draft, Friday. The junior from Carneys Point, New Jersey, will leave the University of Maryland after three dominant seasons … Continue reading Mike Shawaryn Drafted in 5th Round by Boston Red Sox

All-time saves leader Kevin Mooney takes next step to big leagues

By Jake Eisenberg Leading by one run in the eighth inning against top-seed South Carolina, Maryland head coach John Szefc called upon his trusted closer to get the Terrapins out of a jam. Kevin Mooney walked to the mound with the tying run on second base and one out. In typical fashion, the then-sophomore took … Continue reading All-time saves leader Kevin Mooney takes next step to big leagues

Pro Terps Update: Reed starting in Triple-A tonight, Mooney settles in

by John Vittas LHP Jimmy Reed ('13, STL) was promoted to Triple-A Memphis on July 2 and made his first start the following day. The Gaithersburg native will pitch for the Redbirds in Game 1 of a doubleheader against Nashville tonight at 6:05pm ET. The game can be watched on MiLB.tv. Reed has already been … Continue reading Pro Terps Update: Reed starting in Triple-A tonight, Mooney settles in

Wade, Martir make pro debuts, two others receive assignments

The 2015 Maryland draft class continues to take shape, as four Terps appeared on Minor League rosters for the first time on Tuesday. Both Minnesota draft picks, LaMonte Wade and Alex Robinson, were assigned to the Twins' rookie affiliate, the Elizabethton Twins. Wade batted sixth and played centerfield on Opening Day, going 2-for-4 with a … Continue reading Wade, Martir make pro debuts, two others receive assignments

Cuas debuts with Helena, Reed continues to dominate

by John Vittas Jose Cuas became the first Terp of the 2015 draft class to appear in the Minor Leagues this summer. He debuted with the Helena Brewers (MT) on Thursday, and started the first three games for Milwaukee's rookie affiliate. Cuas is off to a nice start, going 4-for-12 with 2 walks, 2 doubles, 4 runs and … Continue reading Cuas debuts with Helena, Reed continues to dominate

Four More Terps taken on final day of MLB Draft, Eight Draft Picks in Total

Four more Terrapins were selected on the final day of the 2015 MLB Draft. In total, eight Maryland players were taken in this year's draft, a school record. Here's Wednesday's Recap: 3B Jose Cuas - 11th Round - Milwaukee Brewers DRAFT DAY ARTICLE       FULL DRAFT PROFILE "It's an honor to be a … Continue reading Four More Terps taken on final day of MLB Draft, Eight Draft Picks in Total

Zach Morris selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 24th Round

by John Vittas Maryland LHP Zach Morris was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 24th Round of the 2015 MLB Draft Wednesday. Morris excelled in his first full season in the bullpen in 2015, pitching to a 2.61 ERA over 31 innings. The 6-foot-5 inch lefty only walked eight batters all season and turned … Continue reading Zach Morris selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 24th Round