All-ACC 1st Baseman Chris McHugh announced on social media today that he will be returning to play for NC State for his Junior season in 2026.
McHugh made quite the impression in his first season with the Wolfpack in 2025, after transferring from VCU last offseason.
He earned 2nd Team All-ACC honors, finishing the regular season with a .365 batting average, a .462 on-base percentage, a .533 slugging percentage, and an OPS of .955. McHugh also logged 7 home runs and 48 RBIs. McHugh ranked 7th in the ACC in batting average and 8th in on-base percentage.