The University of Toledo’s baseball squad capped a dominant regular season by sweeping the Mid-American Conference’s major pitching awards, a testament to a staff that has been relentless on the mound.
Mid-American Conference Honors
The Rockets’ pitching trio headlined a list of eight All‑MAC selections, underscoring the program’s depth and consistency as they prepare for the conference tournament.
Pitcher of the Year
Nathan Leininger was honored as the MAC Pitcher of the Year after posting an 8‑1 record and a 2.90 ERA across 14 starts, a performance that left opponents scrambling to find answers.
Hayden Frey followed with the Freshman Pitcher of the Year award, having gone 6‑3 with a 3.72 ERA in ten outings, a showing that highlighted the team’s ability to develop talent quickly.
All‑MAC Selections
Beyond the award winners, Troy Sudbrook, Charlie Scholvin and Liam Arsich earned All‑MAC honors, rounding out a group that combined dominant pitching with a potent offense.
Sudbrook paced the conference in doubles and sat second in RBIs, while Scholvin posted a .374 batting average and stole 24 bases, and Arsich hit .340 with 15 stolen bases while patrolling center field without committing an error.
Seed and Schedule
The Rockets secured the No. 3 seed in the upcoming MAC Tournament and will open play on May 20 against Ball State, a matchup that could set the tone for a deep run.
Coach Rob Reinstetle and his staff have emphasized discipline and execution, traits that have translated into a 30‑plus win season and a top‑tier pitching staff that ranks among the nation’s best.
Fans can expect a high‑stakes atmosphere at the tournament, where the Rockets aim to translate their regular‑season momentum into a championship.