Record‑Setting Honors
The Mid-American Conference announced its All‑MAC teams this week, recognizing the top performers from the recent season.
Brody Chrisman, the Akron slugger, earned a spot on the First Team, a testament to his historic production at the plate.
Chrisman’s numbers were staggering: he finished the year with 76 hits, 13 home runs and 52 runs batted in, while batting .355 and stealing 23 bases. He also posted an immaculate fielding percentage of 1.000 with 88 putouts.
Blake Bowen, also from Akron, was selected to the Second Team and additionally earned a place on the All‑Defensive Team. Bowen batted .291, drove in 42 runs, hit seven home runs and doubled 13 times, but his most notable record was 60 walks, a single‑season high.
Both players’ performances underscore the conference’s depth, with Chrisman’s offensive fireworks and Bowen’s disciplined approach at the plate and reliable glove work highlighting the league’s rising talent.