Baseball
From 4–20 to Ivy Final: Behind Strong Pitching, Harvard Baseball “Proves The World Wrong”
After Harvard's baseball team faced a 4-21 start to the season, it knew things had to change to keep its season alive. Then, as Truman Pauley took the mound that afternoon, his performance ignited an improbable postseason run.
Harvard Baseball Clinches Ivy Tournament Spot After Win Over Princeton, Yale Sweep of Dartmouth
After taking down Princeton in its season finale, Harvard baseball entered the weekend needing Yale to sweep Dartmouth to clinch a postseason berth. Following the Bulldogs' success, the Crimson now faces off against its rival in the Ivy League tournament.
Harvard Baseball’s Postseason Hopes Take Hit in Sweep by Columbia
Harvard baseball was swept in its final Ivy League home series, falling 16-13, 8-3, and 19-1 to a dominant Columbia team that clinched the Ivy League regular season crown with precision. The team's postseason hopes now rely on Yale sweeping Dartmouth.
Baseball takes on Columbia
Harvard baseball was swept in its final regular season series of the year against Ivy League champions Columbia.
In Photos: The 2025 Baseball Beanpot Championship
Harvard faced Northeastern in the 2025 Baseball Beanpot championship game at Fenway Park on April 29. The Crimson mounted a late comeback in the ninth inning but fell short, losing 5-4 in the tournament’s return to Fenway for the first time since 2019.
Harvard Baseball Falls to Northeastern in Beanpot Final
Returning to Fenway Park for the first time in five years, the Harvard baseball team fell in a gritty 5-4 loss to Northeastern, nearly mounting a heroic 9th inning comeback. In a race for the last Ivy League postseason spot, the Crimson now turns its attention to its regular season finale against Columbia.
Harvard Baseball at Fenway
Harvard's baseball team took on Northeastern at Fenway Park, the first time in 5 years that the tournament was held at the historic venue.
Lybrook Swings
Senior catcher William Lybrook swings during the Beanpot final against Northeastern.
What’s next for Sean Matson and Tanner Smith? Former Harvard Baseball Players Look Toward Future in MLB
Two former Harvard baseball players — Sean Matson and Tanner Smith — have signed contracts with MLB teams before graduating college. The Crimson spoke to both to learn what it’s like to be a Harvard student preparing for a professional baseball career.
Harvard Catch
Smith with the Harvard team during a game against Dartmouth. Both Smith and Matson are important role models for the team even after their departures.
Matson Pitches
Sean Matson pitches against Dartmouth for Harvard. Matson is currently training with the Guardians.
Wilson’s Walk-Off Powers Harvard Baseball to Series Win Over Cornell
Harvard's baseball team came out swinging against Cornell, exploding for 30 runs and 43 hits across the weekend as it raced to a series win. Now, the team heads to Providence for a series against Brown before the Beanpot Championship at Fenway Park.
Colasante takes a pitch
Junior Gio Colasante Takes a pitch during the weekend series against Cornell.
Harvard Baseball Splits Weather-Shortened Series with Princeton After Near No-Hitter from Pauley
Defense reigned supreme as Harvard baseball split its doubleheader against Princeton on Friday. After dropping the first game 1-0, sophomore Truman Pauley took a no-hitter into the 9th inning as the Crimson rebounded with a 3-2 victory.
Harvard Dominates UMass Amherst 13-5 to Advance to Beanpot Final
Harvard came out swinging in the 34th edition of the Baseball Beanpot, tallying 13 runs to go along with a strong start from junior Brian Dowling. The team takes on Northeastern at Fenway Park on April 29th in the final.
Harvard Baseball Swept by No. 7 Florida in Tough Road Matchup
Harvard's baseball team took to the road for the third consecutive weekend, where it was swept by a strong No. 7 Florida Gators squad. Despite the loss, the team remains determined ahead of Ivy League play.
Harvard Baseball Shows Grit in Series Loss Against Michigan State
In a second consecutive weekend trip down south, Harvard's baseball team was swept by a strong Michigan State squad. Despite the loss, the team's fresh faces showcased its improved bullpen depth as it gears up for Ivy League play.
Harvard Pitchers Sean Matson and Tanner Smith Selected in 2024 MLB Draft
For the second consecutive year, two members of Harvard’s baseball team were selected in the MLB Draft. Rising seniors Sean Matson and Tanner Smith were picked up in the ninth round by the Cleveland Guardians and in the 15th round by the San Diego Padres, respectively.
Cooper's Next Big Hit: The Harvard Mixtape
George Cooper is used to taking big swings. The junior outfielder is known for his free-swinging at the dish and his infectious presence in the dugout. But since arriving at Harvard, Cooper has also been immersing himself in another ultra-competitive environment with a high risk of failure: the music industry.
Cooper Connects
George Cooper follows through after making contact in a game against Dartmouth last month.