The University of Michigan has found its new replacement for the recently departed Erik Bakich.

Smith comes to Ann Arbor following seven seasons at Arizona State from 2015-21 and leading the Sun Devils to four NCAA Tournament appearances. During his tenure in Tempe, Smith got the chance to coach current Tiger and former #1 overall pick of the 2020 MLB Draft Spencer Torkelson.

Prior to coaching at Arizona State, the Indiana native had head coaching stops at Miami (Ohio) (1997-2005), his alma mater, and Indiana (2006-14). Smith led the Hoosiers to the College World Series during the 2013 season.

Overall, Smith has compiled 805 career victories and made nine NCAA Tournament appearances in 25 seasons as a collegiate head coach.