Baylor University Baseball Recruiting
Baylor University plays NCAA D1 baseball in the Big 12. Its roster (as listed September 2026) has 33 players. The head coach is Mitch Thompson. Here's what the roster, recruiting history and academics look like — and when the coaching staff can contact you.
When can Baylor University coaches contact you?
Roster makeup
Roster as listed September 2026.
Players listed at more than one position count in each.
By class
Seniors and graduate students, by position
The spots most likely to open up after this season.
Transfers in, 2023–2026
Prior level not recorded for 23 of 35 transfers.
Top feeder school: McLennan
MLB draft picks, 2015–2022
21 players drafted from Baylor University in those years. Most recent:
- Jared McKenzie — 2022, round 5 (Washington Nationals)
- Kyle Nevin — 2022, round 11 (Los Angeles Dodgers)
- Jack Pineda — 2022, round 12 (Kansas City Royals)
- Andy Thomas — 2021, round 5 (Seattle Mariners)
- Luke Boyd — 2021, round 17 (San Diego Padres)
Academics and cost
Estimates from public college data. Check the school's own numbers before you decide.
Coaching staff
Mitch Thompson, Head Coach
Coach contact info and the recruiting questionnaire link are in the Prospect Athlete app (free to download).