Texas A&M fans celebrate Jace LaViolette’s historic college career

It's unofficially official that Texas A&M junior outfielder Jace LaViolette's playing days in the Maroon & White have ended. With him projected as a top-15 pick, MLB is calling his name, and he hears it loud and clear, posting his farewell message to Aggieland on social media.

We all knew this day was coming. Even with hope that NIL deals could persuade him to stay, the writing was on the wall after his breakout freshman year, his draft entry was inevitable. So, it's best to wish him well and cherish the memorable moments he gave fans over three years.

The All-American leaves A&M as the career leader in home runs (68), walks (169), and ranks third in RBIs (202). Even after a challenging season, he finished the year on his terms. After suffering a broken hand from a pitch in the SEC tournament, he could've easily shut it down without second thoughts. However, he fought through the pain, returned the next day, and collected a few hits against a strong LSU pitching staff.

For the extremely optimistic Aggie fans, there’s a .01% chance LaViolette has a change of heart, declines his MLB contract, and returns to A&M. Anything can happen, but for now, we wish Jace a successful and healthy pro career.

Below are some of the reactions to Jace LaViolette's farewell post to Texas A&M fans.

Jace will be missed

Go be great man, you’ll be missed 👊🏻— Tim England (@tengland_150) June 10, 2025

One of the best to ever do it

We all knew it was coming but I'm sure a lot of Aggies will be reminiscing this afternoon. One of if not the best to ever put on the A&M uniform entering the MLB Draft. An all-time personality as well as an All-American player 🫡 https://t.co/GMV2BopXFJ— Billy Liucci (@billyliucci) June 10, 2025

Thanks for the good times Jace

Thank you for everything, @JaceLaViolette2 🫶🏼#GigEm 👍🏼 https://t.co/bRjZN3XoTg— Stewie (@92AggieStewie) June 10, 2025

It's going to take a lot to make Jace miss a game

Some people will remember the prodigious homers. I’ll remember him playing in the 2024 College World Series with one good hamstring and playing in the 2025 SEC Tournament with only nine knuckles.

Jace is an all-time gamer. Gig ‘em. https://t.co/08G7QcaeWW— Robert Behrens (@rcb05) June 10, 2025

The talent was undeniable from the beginning

Announced the first fall scrimmage back in ‘22 and witnessed one of the longest homers I’ve ever seen at Olsen. It almost hit a moving car on Wellborn. Small preview of 3 incredible seasons and a legendary college career. Thank you, Jace! #GigEmhttps://t.co/k0hTcQY1sA— Jake Kobersky (@Jake_Kobersky) June 10, 2025

Aggie legend

THE BEST TO DO IT! https://t.co/SCrhEgiw1U— Henry Coleman III (@hencoleman3) June 11, 2025

Lord Tubbington set the standard for the new generation of Aggies

Thank you for all the thrills and excitement you brought to the game we all love so much! You definitely set the standard for what an Aggie ball player should strive for. Best of luck to you lord Tubbington!— Matthew Herring (@TXNbyGraceOGod) June 10, 2025

MLB Bound

Jace Laviolette declares for the draft. This is news. https://t.co/FPMuBBPCZ7— Hayden Schott (@SchottHayden) June 11, 2025

Proud Jace decided to join the Aggie family

So very proud to have you as part of the Aggie family. Go be great!— Julianne Taylor (@JulianneofUSA) June 10, 2025

No. 17 rewrote the record books

Go be great Tubby! Thank you for the last 3 years, you’ll be an Aggie legend forever #17! 👍🏼🤟🏼— DJ_Aggie12 (@bubba_d19) June 10, 2025

There is not a dry eye on X

I’m not crying you’re crying— Robbie (@Ags0321) June 10, 2025

Jace won't be forgotten anytime soon

best to ever do it https://t.co/YUOqcoWU9m— Clayton Freshcorn (@cfreshcorn_25) June 11, 2025

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