As we gear up for the excitement of the super regionals in the 2025 NCAA baseball tournament, it’s time to re-rank the remaining 16 teams. This re-ranking flips the script, moving teams based on their performance in the regionals, rather than their seeding heading into the tournament. Here’s how the teams stack up after showcasing their skills in those high-stakes matchups.
1. Arkansas (No. 3 national seed)
Taking the top spot is Arkansas. The Razorbacks have emerged as the team to beat, going undefeated through their regional and convincingly taking down Creighton twice. Their ability to perform under pressure has placed them at the head of the pack as we step deeper into the tournament.
2. Auburn (No. 4 seed)
Auburn climbs into the No. 2 position after a dominant performance, defeating NC State 11-1 in the regional final. Ike Irish was electric, hitting .500 over the weekend and leading the charge offensively, showcasing that they’re a team loaded with firepower heading into the next round.
3. North Carolina (No. 5 seed)
North Carolina slots in at No. 3, despite a slight hiccup with a loss to Oklahoma. They bounced back significantly, winning by 10 runs in the second game of the regional finals. Gavin Gallaher was on fire, batting over .720 and hitting three home runs for a weekend that solidified him as a standout player. Plus, the ace, Jake Knapp, displayed his dominance by shutting out opponents in eight innings pitched.
4. Florida State (No. 9 seed)
Florida State grabs the No. 4 spot after a flawless run through their regional, sweeping Mississippi State with impressive consistency. Myles Bailey’s stellar performance, including two home runs and a .556 batting average, highlighted why this team is a force to be reckoned with as they advance.
5. Oregon State (No. 8 seed)
At No. 5, we have Oregon State, who dug deep after an early loss to Saint Mary’s. They orchestrated a remarkable comeback from the elimination bracket, scoring a staggering 20 runs in one game against Saint Mary’s and then outdueling USC in back-to-back regional final games with scores of 14 and 9. Trent Caraway’s five home runs during this stretch were a particular highlight.
6. LSU (No. 6 seed)
LSU lands at No. 6 after overcoming an unexpected defeat to Little Rock. They demonstrated resilience, making a solid comeback to claim a 10-6 victory in the ‘if necessary’ game. The pitching performances by Kade Anderson and Anthony Eyanson were crucial, providing the Tigers with solid footing as they head into the super regionals.
7. Coastal Carolina (No. 13 seed)
Coastal Carolina secures the seventh spot thanks to an impressive sweep of East Carolina, avoiding a showdown with powerhouse Florida altogether. Their ability to score 18 runs in one game underscores their offensive capability as they look ahead.
8. Tennessee (No. 14 seed)
Rounding out an unexpected run is Tennessee at No. 8, showing significant improvement from their original seeding. They faced a tough regional but bounced back after a loss to Wake Forest to take the series 11-5, with Liam Doyle stepping up to help seal their place in the super regionals.
9. UCLA (No. 15 seed)
UCLA rises to the No. 9 spot after an offensive showcase that could not be overlooked. Payton Brennan’s standout performance and contributions from several players not only boosted their run production but also changed the narrative around this team.
10. Louisville (No national ranking)
Louisville makes a strong case at No. 10, moving from unseeded to the top 10 after advancing out of Vanderbilt’s regional. They delivered an impressive 3-2 upset against the top seed and followed that by defeating Wright State, demonstrating that they can compete with the best.
11. UTSA (No national ranking)
The University of Texas at San Antonio climbs to No. 11 after a remarkable showing as an unseeded team. They pulled off the incredible feat of defeating the No. 2 overall seed, Texas, twice. This season has proven that UTSA is not just a team to watch—they are here to make an impact with potent offense and impressive defense.
12. Duke (No national ranking)
Duke comes in at No. 12 after making strides in Georgia’s regional. The Blue Devils impressed many, with Wallace Clark hitting an impressive .640 over the weekend, showcasing his essential role in their success.
13. West Virginia (No national ranking)
West Virginia takes the No. 13 slot, having taken down Clemson and edging out Kentucky by a narrow margin. They’ve shown they can compete at a high level and belong in discussions about serious contenders.
14. Arizona (No national ranking)
Arizona stands at No. 14, buoyed by a strong performance with a commanding 14-0 win over Cal Poly. Aaron Walton’s 4-for-5 outing with six runs batted in demonstrates their capability to score big.
15. Miami (No national ranking)
Miami occupies the No. 15 position after successfully navigating their regional, which included tough matchups against Alabama and Southern Miss. Winning by just one run in the regional final encapsulates their grit and determination.
16. Murray State (No national ranking)
Finally, we have Murray State rounding out the rankings at No. 16, making an incredible stride into their first super regional. Their resilience shone through as they took down Ole Miss and Georgia Tech, clinching victory by just one run in their final game. Dustin Mercer’s over .550 batting average only adds to the excitement surrounding this team’s breakthrough performance.
As we look to the super regionals, the competition promises to be fierce, and these teams are ready to battle on the road to the College World Series. Buckle up, as the real excitement is just beginning!
