3 SEC college baseball pitchers who could be a bust in 2025 season ft. Zane Adams

With the 2024 MLB draft now in the past, all eyes are on the 2025 NCAA baseball season. Every D1 team is looking to make the most of the off-season by adding talents who can help them achieve their goals.

While pitchers often emerge as shining stars in the season, it is unlikely to see every pitcher achieve success on the mound.

Here's a look at three pitchers from the SEC who could struggle in the 2025 season.

3 SEC pitchers who could struggle in the 2025 NCAA Baseball season

#1 Connor McCreery, Texas Longhorns

Connor McCreery entered the transfer portal and joined the Texas Longhorns ahead of the 2025 season. In his sophomore season, McCreery finished with a 3-1 record and recorded 25 strikeouts with an ERA of 4.37 in 22.2 innings pitched. McCreery also had a WHIP of 1.40.

Whether he can translate his form from South Carolina to Texas remains to be seen.

#2 Alex Philpott, Florida

Following in the footsteps of Jac Caglianone is no easy gig. This year, Philpott went 2-2 while recording 28 strikeouts with an ERA of 6.90 in 30.0 innings pitched. With Caglianone headed to the Kansas City Royals and star closer Brandon Neely to the Boston Red Sox, Philpott will be expected to take on a bigger role for the Gators in 2025.

Although he entered the transfer portal, he is expected to recommit to the Gators in the near future. The high expectations will add pressure on the youngster, which could see him come up short.

#3 Zane Adams, Alabama

In his freshman season this year, Adams stepped up in the absence of Hagan Banks, making 16 appearances on the mound. He recorded 47 strikeouts with an ERA of 5.37, finishing the season with a 4-5 record.

Zane Adams had a slightly difficult freshman season with the Alabama Crimson Tide this year. (IMAGN)

This season, he will be expected to have a bigger role among the Crimson Tide's pitchers. However, he could struggle on the mound, given the talent that Alabama's SEC rivals are adding to their respective rosters.