It's that awkward time of year again when college baseball coaches must wait a week or two to find out who will be on their rosters, thanks to the timing of the MLB Draft. For Texas A&M coach Michael Earley, entering a season with a razor-thin margin for error means he needs every player possible to field a competitive team next year.

Two Ball State baseball players were selected 17 picks apart in the 2025 MLB Draft after both earned all-conference honors this season.

Vanderbilt's top draft prospects are JD Thompson and RJ Austin. Other players who could get selected include Cody Bowker, Sawyer Hawks, Riley Nelson and Levi Huesman.Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.