The 2026 California high school baseball season is quickly approaching and, as usual, excitement is abound throughout the state. Players and coaches have been working in preparation for the upcoming season and, as is the case each year, there are some very talented players and teams across California.

Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons in their respective CIF Section Championship Game, but there is plenty of work to be done before that becomes reality. We hope to familiarize our readers with many of the teams across the state as we preview these individual programs across California. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews, eventually releasing our Preseason Power 25 rankings.

Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across California. Each week we will be releasing our Power 25, Players of the Week, Diamond Notes, podcasts, and much more.

Our 2026 preseason coverage continues today with the Lancaster Eagles.

High School: Lancaster Eagles
Head Coach: David Fischenich
CIF Section: Southern
Team Strengths: Pitching.
2025 Record: 14-16
Returning Starters: 4

 

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TOP RETURNING UNCOMMITTED PLAYERS

• C Cole Lewis (2026)
• OF/RHP Jaxon Whitaker (2027)

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TOP UNDERCLASSMEN

• LHP Freddy Orozco (2028)

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TEAM OUTLOOK

The Lancaster Eagles head into the 2026 season looking to lean on their biggest strength, veteran pitching. After an appearance in the CIF Southern Section Division 7 Playoffs and 14–16 overall campaign in 2025, Lancaster returns a core group that gives the staff stability on the mound, with three pitchers back in the mix and several arms capable of filling meaningful roles. Continued development and consistency on the mound will be key as the Eagles look to take a step forward under head coach David Fischenich.

Offensively and defensively, the Eagles bring back four starters, led by C Cole Lewis (2026), who will provide a steady presence for an experienced pitching staff. OF/RHP Jaxon Whitaker (2027) adds athleticism and versatility while looking to make an impact as a two-way talent. The program is also encouraged by the emergence of underclassman LHP Freddy Orozco (2028), a young arm who will add further depth and upside to the seasoned staff. If Lancaster’s returning pitchers can set the tone early and the offense matures around its experienced core, the Eagles have the pieces in place to be a competitive and resilient group in 2026.

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Quote from the Coach

“We have a mix of seniors and new players on the varsity roster. Given their experience, our veteran arms should keep us competitive in games.”

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Find more information on the 2026 Lancaster Eagles program below:
+ Prep Baseball California, Power 25 Homepage

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