Purdue’s baseball program is sending a record number of players into the nation’s summer wood‑bat circuits, a move that promises both exposure and competition as the Boilermakers look to sharpen their skills before the next collegiate season.
Summer Slates for the Boilermakers
The upcoming weeks will see a dozen Purdue alumni and current seniors scattered across the nation, each joining a different wood‑bat circuit. Jimmy Dionne, a veteran right‑hander, is headed to the Lima Locos of the Great Lakes League, while forward‑thinking Tro Fellings will test his mettle with the Mystic Schooners in the New England League. Kaden Frei, the left‑handed pitcher, has earned a spot on the Utica Blue Sox in the Perfect Game League, and Thomas Howard will chase victories with the Bismarck Larks in the Northwoods League.
Quincy Malbrough, known for his power swing, is slated to suit up for the Lincoln Potters in the Pacific Empire League, and Evan Schweizer will bring his fastball to the Chillicothe Paints of the Prospect League. Joe Trenerry, a reliable infielder, will be seen in Willmar, Minnesota, playing for the Stingers, also of the Northwoods League, while Charlie Vercruysse will finish the summer in the Prospect League with the Normal Cornbelters.
Incoming freshman Dayton Murphy, an infielder from Crystal Lake, Illinois, will make his debut in the Cape Cod League, joining the Cotuit Kettleers, a storied summer team that has launched the careers of many future major leaguers.
Alumni Jake Kramer and CJ Richmond have both found homes in the MLB Draft League, a showcase circuit that connects top prospects with professional scouts. Purdue’s coaching staff will monitor the progress of each player, and the university plans to release regular updates as the season unfolds. Fans can expect a steady stream of news as the Boilermakers make their mark across a variety of leagues, from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Empire.
As the summer progresses, the performance of these Boilermakers will be tracked closely, with highlights and results shared in real time.