Tag: James Jorgensen

Texas Longhorns land top pitching prospect in 2026 class

The Colony High School product chose Texas over Texas A&M and Oklahoma State

On Friday afternoon, Longhorns baseball had a reason to celebrate as they landed a commitment from Trey Rangel, the top-ranked pitcher in the 2026 class. The Colony High School product chose Texas over Texas A&M and Oklahoma State. His stock has been on the rise after a stellar 2023-2024 season.

In ten appearances as a Sophomore, Rangel posted a 0.90 ERA. He was able to keep opponents off balance with a unique three-pitch mix that should only improve. His arsenal includes a fastball that tops out at 94 miles per hour, a slider that can reach 81 miles per hour, and a changeup that reaches 83 miles per hour. The Longhorns’ pitching gets a welcome boost with him in the mix.

Although Rangel’s college debut is still months away, excitement is building for the future of Texas baseball. He joins a recruiting class that includes James Jorgensen, Trenton Maybin, and Phinn Waters. After hiring Jim Schlossnagle to replace David Pierce, the Longhorns have been busy on the recruiting trail.

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On social media, Rangel did not hide his excitement about being a Longhorn. In a post on his X account, Rangel said, ” 100% committed. I am very thankful for everyone who has helped me get to this point. HOOK EM.”

While the Longhorns will continue to look for talent, Rangel’s addition is a significant win for the program. Over the last week, the Longhorns have gotten three commitments from top 20 prospects in the 2026 class.

Longhorns baseball adds top prospect Reiston Durham to 2026 class

Their latest addition is 2B/SS Reiston Durham, one of the top players in his class from Georgia

Over the weekend, Longhorns baseball continued to add to its 2026 class. Their latest addition is 2B/SS Reiston Durham, one of the top players in his class from Georgia. He has made headlines with his bat and received a grade of nine from Perfect Game USA.

In Durham, the Longhorns are getting a player who can drive the ball and get on base. He has also dazzled scouts with his speed and stood out on defense with his ability to play all over the infield. If Durham can continue to improve his game, then he could be a star regardless of his position.

Additionally, the Lawrenceville native is joining a Longhorns team with a star-studded roster. Last week, Texas also got commitments from James Jorgensen and Trent Maybin, the son of former big leaguer Cameron Maybin. If the talented trio lives up to expectations, then Longhorns fans will have plenty to celebrate.

While Durham has shown promising signs, he still has some room to grow. Due to his open stance, his swing has gotten long at times, limiting his impact at the plate. That will be one thing the Longhorns emphasize once their new infielder steps on campus.

Regardless of where Durham fits in the lineup, he was one of the top players in his class from Georgia and drew plenty of interest before committing to Texas.

Longhorns add two commits to 2026 class including son of former MLB player

he Longhorns added one of the top prospects in the state, James Jorgensen, and the son of former big leaguer Cameron Maybin, Trent Maybin

On Thursday, Texas Longhorns baseball was busy improving their 2026 class. The Longhorns added one of the top prospects in the state, James Jorgensen, and the son of former big leaguer Cameron Maybin, Trent Maybin. While their college debuts are still over a year away, they both have the potential to be future stars.

In Jorgensen, Texas is getting a player whose fastball can already reach 95 miles per hour. He also keeps batters off balance with a slider that tops out in the low 80s. When he is not on the mound, Jorgensen holds his own in the infield and is a threat at the plate. That is partly why he is one of the top players in his class from Texas.

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Joining Jorgensen is Maybin, one of the best outfielders in North Carolina. He brings a unique blend of power and speed that should fit well in the Longhorns’ offense. His dad, Cameron Maybin, spent 15 years in the majors and played for ten different teams. 

On social media, Maybin expressed his excitement about his son’s future at Texas. On his X account, the 2017 World Series Champion quoted his Trent’s post announcing that he had committed to Texas with a caption that said, “Proud of you, Son.”

With Maybin and Jorgensen now in the mix, the Longhorns class has the chance to be special. Maybin should be a human highlight reel in the outfield, and Jorgensen has thrived regardless of position.