Georgia freshman Erik Parker makes surprise move after Super Regionals loss

Freshman outfielder Erik Parker is officially moving on from the University of Georgia. Just days after the Bulldogs’ baseball season ended, Parker entered the NCAA transfer portal.

The Georgia native came in as a highly-rated prospect, and now he’s seeking a new opportunity to continue his college baseball journey. His decision comes as the Bulldogs regroup after a tough postseason loss.

Erik Parker enters transfer portal after Georgia’s season ends

On Sunday, June 2, 2025, Georgia’s baseball season came to an emotional close when the team lost 8–6 to Oklahoma State in the NCAA Super Regionals. The game was played in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and ended with a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning.

The Bulldogs, coached by Wes Johnson, had been hopeful of reaching the College World Series in Omaha for the first time since 2008.Just a day later, on Monday, June 3, Erik Parker’s name appeared in the NCAA transfer portal, according to 247Sports. Parker is a true freshman who played in 16 games during the 2025 season. While his playing time was limited, he made contributions in other areas—scoring 10 runs and stealing a base.

He had just four at-bats, recording one hit.Erik Parker played high school baseball at North Gwinnett High School in Suwanee, Georgia. In July 2024, he was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 15th round of the MLB Draft but chose to play college ball instead. Now, less than a year later, he’s exploring new options through the transfer portal.Also Read: Is Chandler Simpson the fastest man in baseball? Tampa Bay’s secret weapon is shocking everyone

Coach Wes Johnson’s program faces more offseason changes

Head coach Wes Johnson, who joined Georgia before the 2024 season, has used the transfer portal to rebuild the program quickly.

In his first year, the Bulldogs reached the Super Regionals but lost to LSU. This year, they fell short again, despite a strong regular season.Speaking with local reporters after the team’s elimination, Johnson said, “This group gave everything. We just came up short this time.”Now that the offseason has started, roster changes are expected. Like many programs, Georgia will both gain and lose players through the portal. Parker’s transfer is part of that cycle. Though he was not a regular starter, his potential is clear.More updates on Parker’s next destination are expected soon. For now, he remains one of the more notable young players in the portal. You can track portal entries at On3.com for live updates.