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Tar Heels Trio Named All-Americans
29 Jun
Summary
- Three North Carolina players earned All-American honors for their 2026 season.
- Pitchers Jason DeCaro and Caden Glauber, plus outfielder Owen Hull were recognized.
- The Tar Heels finished their successful season as national runner-up.
Three North Carolina baseball players, Jason DeCaro, Caden Glauber, and Owen Hull, have been honored as D1Baseball All-Americans following their outstanding 2026 seasons. These selections acknowledge their dominant performances that contributed to the Tar Heels' successful year, which concluded with a national runner-up finish and a 54-14-1 overall record.
Pitcher Jason DeCaro, a junior, proved to be UNC's ace, posting an 11-3 record with a 2.87 ERA over 97.1 innings. He recorded 99 strikeouts and maintained a 1.30 WHIP, consistently pitching deep into games and setting a strong tone for the weekend rotation.
Freshman reliever Caden Glauber was exceptional in his 30 appearances, achieving a perfect 12-0 record and a 2.05 ERA across 92 innings. He showcased his overpowering style with 114 strikeouts against 42 walks, finishing with a 1.11 WHIP and proving crucial in high-pressure situations.
On offense, outfielder Owen Hull was a linchpin for the Tar Heels' lineup. He achieved an impressive .393/.500/.615 slash line, leading the team with 27 doubles and 87 RBIs. Hull also contributed significantly on the bases with 18 stolen bases.
