CONGRATULATIONS: Arizona State Sun stays at No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports college baseball poll. Arizona’ SEC rival Texas rises to No. 2 while North Carolina, Arkansas and Oregon…

The Arizona State Sun Devils have once again proven their dominance on the diamond, holding firm at No. 1 in the latest USA TODAY Sports college baseball poll. This marks another milestone in what has become a historic season for the program, as the Sun Devils continue to shine at the top of the national rankings. With a balanced roster, steady leadership, and consistent performance, Arizona State has cemented itself as the team to beat heading into the postseason.
What makes Arizona State’s campaign so impressive is their ability to win in different ways. Their pitching staff, anchored by a reliable rotation and a lockdown bullpen, has kept opposing offenses quiet all season. The starters have shown an uncanny ability to go deep into games, conserving the bullpen for late-game situations where the Sun Devils have repeatedly closed out wins with precision.
Offensively, Arizona State’s lineup has been as deep as any in the country. The Sun Devils are getting contributions from the top to the bottom of their batting order, with power hitters and on-base machines fueling an attack that ranks among the best nationally. Their blend of speed and power has made them a nightmare for pitchers, and their situational hitting has delivered time and again in close games.
Climbing to the No. 2 spot is Arizona State’s SEC rival, the Texas Longhorns, who have mounted a late-season surge and are now firmly in the hunt for the top spot. Texas brings its usual flair and firepower, boasting a dynamic offense and a developing pitching staff that has rounded into form at the right time. A postseason clash between Arizona State and Texas would be a thrilling matchup between two storied programs with title aspirations.
North Carolina, Arkansas, and Oregon follow close behind in the rankings, each having built impressive résumés of their own. North Carolina continues to dominate in the ACC with a fundamentally sound and battle-tested squad. Arkansas remains a fixture in the top five, thanks to its pitching depth and power-laden lineup. Oregon, meanwhile, has made a strong case from the West Coast, winning key games and showing they can compete with anyone.