Three pitchers from the University of Texas baseball team—right-handers Ruger Riojas and Max Grubbs, along with left-hander Luke Harrison—have decided to opt out of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft and return to Austin for the 2026 season. Collectively, the trio accounted for 20 wins during the 2025 season. Their return is expected to bolster Texas's chances as a title contender in 2026. Ruger Riojas was projected as a mid-round draft pick (fifth or sixth round), while Luke Harrison, initially considered a later-round prospect, is viewed as having the potential to become a top-five round pick with further development. Additionally, Texas prep shortstop Lucas Franco, ranked 79th overall in draft rankings, has also withdrawn from the draft and will attend Texas Christian University (TCU).