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Transfer Pitcher Among Potential Breakouts for Wolfpack
- D1Baseball names Collins Black a key breakout candidate for NC State’s 2026 season, behind a rotation shift and bullpen depth.
- NC State is projected to improve its bullpen after last season’s 5.09 ERA and 1.46 WHIP, with a younger, developing group.
- Collins Black previously pitched at Duke and earned recognition as a Perfect Game All-American and top UNC recruit.
- Black’s early propects are boosted by veteran guidance, including pitcher Clint Chrysler entering his eighth season at NC State.
- NC State returns 17 players from last year, fueling expectations after reaching the regional final pace last season.
- The No. 17 ranking in D1Baseball’s preseason Top 25 underscores NC State’s strong expectations for 2026.
- D1Baseball highlighted Black alongside other breakout candidates for NC State’s bullpen and rotation.
- Black’s ERA-8.68 from his first career start is noted as something to improve, with more time to develop.
- Dudan’s move to the rotation opens chances for Black to contribute as a back-end reliever.
- The Wolfpack’s pitching staff aims to bounce back from 2025 with improved depth and performance across the bullpen.
- NC State Baseball’s 2026 outlook combines youth with veteran coaching to develop breakout players.
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