Texas A&M Freshman Nico Partida Named Midseason Freshman of the Year

The third baseman has made an immediate impact for the No. 20 Aggies baseball team.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:53am

Texas A&M freshman third baseman Nico Partida was selected as Perfect Game's Midseason Freshman of the Year. Partida, a member of Pearland High School's 2025 graduating class, has started in each of the Aggies' first 27 games and is batting .320 with 7 home runs, 28 runs, and 23 RBIs.

Why it matters

Partida's early-season success has been a key factor in the Aggies' strong start to the 2026 season, as the team is currently ranked No. 20 in the country. His power and production at the plate have made an immediate impact, and this recognition from Perfect Game highlights his potential as a rising star in college baseball.

The details

As a member of Pearland High School's 2025 graduating class, Partida withdrew from the MLB Draft to play for Texas A&M. He has started in each of the Aggies' first 27 games, batting .320 with 7 home runs, 28 runs, and 23 RBIs. Partida's home run numbers rank first among Southeastern Conference freshmen and second among the Maroon and White. He has logged 11 multi-hit offensive outings and six multi-RBI games, including a 4-hit, 6-RBI performance against Georgia and a two-homer game against Missouri.

  • Partida was selected as Perfect Game's Midseason Freshman of the Year on Tuesday, March 31.
  • Partida will take the field against Vanderbilt on Thursday, April 2, at Blue Bell Park.

The players

Nico Partida

A freshman third baseman for the Texas A&M Aggies baseball team, Partida was named Perfect Game's Midseason Freshman of the Year after a strong start to the 2026 season.

Texas A&M Aggies

The No. 20 ranked college baseball team that Nico Partida plays for, currently hosting their second conference series of the season.

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What’s next

The Aggies will host their second conference series of the season against Vanderbilt, with the first game set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, at Blue Bell Park.

The takeaway

Nico Partida's early-season success has been a bright spot for the Texas A&M Aggies, as the talented freshman has emerged as a key contributor for the nationally ranked program. His power and production at the plate have earned him national recognition, and he will look to continue his strong play as the Aggies push for a postseason berth.