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University of Kentucky Baseball Recruiting
University of Kentucky plays NCAA D1 baseball in the SEC. Its roster (as listed May 2026) has 43 players. The head coach is Nick Mingione. Here's what the roster, recruiting history and academics look like — and when the coaching staff can contact you.
When can University of Kentucky coaches contact you?
Roster makeup
Roster as listed May 2026.
Players listed at more than one position count in each.
Transfers in, 2023–2026
Prior level not recorded for 4 of 44 transfers.
Top feeder school: Western Kentucky
MLB draft picks, 2015–2022
45 players drafted from University of Kentucky in those years. Most recent:
- Ryan Ritter — 2022, round 4 (Colorado Rockies)
- Sean Harney — 2022, round 8 (Tampa Bay Rays)
- Tyler Guilfoil — 2022, round 8 (Houston Astros)
- Chase Estep — 2022, round 9 (New York Mets)
- Cole Stupp — 2022, round 12 (Detroit Tigers)
Academics and cost
Acceptance rate93%
Average net price$18,851
In-state tuition$13,502
Out-of-state tuition$34,140
Graduation rate71%
Average GPA3.40
Average SAT1207
Average ACT26
School sizeSmall school
Estimates from public college data. Check the school's own numbers before you decide.
Coaching staff
Nick Mingione, Head Coach
Coach contact info and the recruiting questionnaire link are in the Prospect Athlete app (free to download).