A Strategic Boost for the Broncos
Western Michigan University has unveiled a quartet of transfers who will join the Broncos’ baseball program for the 2027 campaign, a move designed to reinforce a roster that already boasts 17 committed student‑athletes. The additions signal the coaching staff’s intent to deepen pitching depth and add versatility in the outfield as the team prepares for competition in the fall of 2026.
Jack Grunkemeyer arrives from Northwestern University, where he established himself as a reliable right‑handed starter. In 24 collegiate appearances he logged 29 strikeouts over 46.2 innings, a performance that included outings against ranked opponents such as Georgia Tech and Oregon. His collegiate pedigree is matched by high school accolades that saw him earn All‑Conference honors and Dean’s List recognition.
Nathan Harb brings a complementary skill set after a 2026 season at Niagara University that yielded a 3.76 earned run average across 17 games. A three‑year letterwinner at Inglemoor High School, Harb also earned NWAC honors at Everett Community College, landing on the First Team NWAC North. His blend of experience and poise should prove valuable in high‑leverage situations.
Collin Lott, a catcher who previously starred at Northern State University, posted a .308 batting average and a .504 slugging percentage while starting 40 games. His defensive reliability was recognized with South Dakota Army National Guard Athlete of the Week honors and President’s List distinction at Stoney Creek High School, where he earned four‑time All‑League selection.
Casey Robertson, a versatile infielder/pitcher from Henry Ford Community College, hit .407 with 10 home runs and 62 RBIs during the 2026 campaign, earning MCCAA First Team All‑Eastern Conference honors. A Lake Orion High School product, Robertson helped his high school team capture back‑to‑back district titles and received an invitation to the MAC vs. OAA All‑Star Game, underscoring his all‑around talent.
The four newcomers will join a cohort of 17 other student‑athletes slated to arrive in the fall of 2026, forming a promising core that the program hopes will translate into a competitive 2027 season. With a blend of pitching depth, offensive firepower and defensive versatility, the Broncos aim to build on recent progress and contend more vigorously within their conference.