May 21, 2026

TWO HUSKIES JOINING WENATCHEE THIS YEAR

May 21, 2026/ Joel Norman

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Two Huskies joining Wenatchee this Year

Both Washington natives are playing for the Huskies next year. Ethan Mar and Noah Sorensen are both coming to Wenatchee this summer, and both will be future teammates at the University of Washington next season.

While one is a JUCO freshman who nailed his audition for the Dawgs, the other is a returning Husky who has been collecting dust in the UW bullpen. However, both bring their own potential to the valley that may prove exciting to watch.

So, who are these soon-to-be teammates in the valley and in Seattle…

Ethan Mar - 1B - Freshman

In just his first year of JUCO, Mar has won himself a D1 spot. Next spring, he will make the 30-minute drive north to join the Huskies in Seattle.

Of course, you see his production this year with Tacoma Community College, and you see why. In his first 37 games of college baseball, Mar has set himself apart from the crowd.

A 0.333 average, 1.007 OPS, 30 RBIs, 10 doubles, and six home runs tell you everything you need to know about the power-hitting right-hander. On top of the bat tool, Mar has a tight glove in the field, committing only three errors last year and posting a 0.990 fielding percentage.

As a first baseman, you would not expect Mar to be quick by any means. But he proves that stereotype wrong, snatching 11 bags this year and only getting caught once.

Looking at his high school numbers, you understand why he’s as good as he is. The kid from Gig-Harbor High School smoked the ball in his varsity days, specifically in his senior year.

In his last year of high school ball, he batted 0.467, posted a 1.231 OPS, 21 RBIs, 21 hits, four doubles, and two triples. In the field, he was near perfect, recording only two errors and posting a career 0.987 fielding percentage.

After dominating in high school and JUCO, the question is, can he do it at the D1 level? The AppleSox will be a perfect place to test that question and see how Mar fares against a mix of higher-level pitching.

But, if his development in Tacoma tells us anything, he should be a powerful young bat rounding out the corner infield in Wenatchee.

Noah Sorensen - RHP - Redshirt Freshman

Despite wrapping up his second year at UW, Sorensen has yet to toss a single inning of college ball. In his two years at the D1 level, the Dawgs have not let him touch the mound in any capacity.

On top of that, the Poulsbo native has not played any seasons of summer league baseball. This means that Wenatchee may be the first time UW fans see Sorensen in action in his career.

Prior to the Huskies, the 6-foot-2 righty was the No. 2-ranked right-hander in Washington and the No. 5 overall player in the state. He did that at North Kitsap High School, where he was an All-State selection and was named All-League MVP.

Sorensen and the Vikings made the 2A state playoffs numerous times throughout his tenure, but did not go very far in any of their runs.

To add more mystery to the mix, Sorensen has only a single season of stats from his high school days, capturing just his junior year on the mound. In that single season, he apparently made just one relief appearance and finished with a 3.50 ERA via one earned run.

With not a single pitch thrown in college and no solid stats available from his high school career, Sorensen is a huge question mark. How he will be used, how well he fares, and how effective he will be against college bats is still up in the air.

But, there is no better place to figure it all out than in Wenatchee.

The 2026 season begins on May 29 as the AppleSox jet off to Edmonton to play the Edmonton RiverHawks at RE/MAX Field at 6:05 p.m. The AppleSox open their home season on June 5th at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium as they host the Kamloops NorthPaws. The AppleSox have 29 home games and play until mid-August. The franchise’s five West Coast League championships are the second-most in league history. Season ticket packages are available for purchase now at applesox.com/season-tickets.

May 18, 2026

A TRIO OF SOUTHWESTERN INFIELDERS SUIT UP IN WENATCHEE VALLEY THIS SEASON

May 18, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

A trio of Southwestern infielders suit up in Wenatchee this season

Utah, California, and Arizona. The AppleSox are adding three JUCO infielders to the roster, and each one hails from a different corner of the southwest. Gage Wareham, Matt Torres, and Tarrell Reid are each joining Wenatchee this year and helping build the infield platoon for the ‘Sox.

Whether it’s a contact-hitting sophomore eyeing back-to-back national championships, a second baseman who continues to improve, or a slugging freshman looking to keep his hot start going, the AppleSox snatched up three premium infield bats out of JUCO.

So, let’s get familiar with these new faces joining the ‘Sox…

Gage Wareham - INF - Sophomore

After two years with Salt Lake Community College, Wareham is following in his dad’s footsteps and joining Colorado Mesa University in 2027. But, before that, the Colorado native will be lending his talents to the ‘Sox this summer.

Wareham has been on a wild ride in his two years with the Bruins in Utah, highlighted by a National Championship last year in 2025. Salt Lake went 5-1 in the postseason, inevitably taking down Walters State College in the championship bout.

Wareham, however, only got a single at-bat in the playoffs. In the first game of the tournament, the 6-foot-1 lefty got a late-inning pinch-hit opportunity and cashed in with an RBI.

Outside of that, Wareham’s freshman season was fairly quiet. He started just 16 games that year, batting 0.283, tallying 15 hits, four RBIs, one triple, and a less-than-impressive 0.642 OPS.

But he has been handed the reins this year. In 49 games, he is batting a stunning 0.368 with 56 hits, 11 doubles, three home runs, 47 RBIs, nine stolen bases, and a much-improved 0.937 OPS.

The glove is not too shabby either, with Wareham booting only six plays so far this year at second base. That gives him a 0.962 fielding percentage on the season.

The Bruins are back in the playoffs this year, and chances are, Wareham will be getting a lot more than just one at-bat.

However, as good as Wareham has been individually, he gets outshone by almost everyone on the roster. He does not lead the team in any offensive stats except for one: sacrifice hits.

When you’re on a championship-caliber team, it can be easy to get lost in the fold. But that does not take away from the serious potential that Wareham has.

Now on his way to his father’s alma mater, Wareham has already won a spot on a D1 roster. But, next up on his college journey is his first summer season in Wenatchee.

Matt Torres - 2B - Redshirt sophomore

He may have sat out his first year at Fresno City College, but ever since then, Torres has been on a tear. In his redshirt freshman year, the 5-foot-7 second baseman really tagged the ball.

In 45 games, Torres posted a 0.277 average with 38 hits, eight doubles, and a 0.768 OPS. His fielding was less than ideal, with Torres botching 14 plays. Granted he did that with 177 total chances, giving him a 0.921 fielding percentage.

Flash forward to this year, and Torres has improved in every single stat. He climbed to a 0.345 average, 0.941 OPS, 29 RBIs, 11 doubles, and two home runs. In the field, he made just seven errors in about the same total chances, bumping his fielding percentage up to 0.958.

On top of the glove and bat tool, Torres has built his speed on the base paths. He started with six bags in his first year and grew that to 16 this past season. With Torres getting caught eight times on the year, it makes him 16-for-24 with a 67% stolen base rate.

That efficiency is not the best, but if his overall progress is any indicator, he should continue to get faster in the valley.

Ever since joining the Rams out of Stockdale High School, Torres has been steadily improving. With the Sox being his first stint in summer league baseball, it will be a prime opportunity for the stout infielder to catch some D1 attention.

With Wenatchee as a stepping stone, Torres will be getting better and better as he fully bakes over the summer.

Tarrell Reid - INF - Freshman

In his first year of JUCO, Reid has hit the ground running. He won the starting shortstop position right away and has proved why all year long.

Since arriving at Yavapai College in Arizona, Reid has a 0.380 average, 1.072 OPS, 32 RBIs, 11 doubles, and seven home runs. Simply put, he has been slugging in his freshman year.

That is not surprising considering his high school career. After playing four years of varsity baseball at Canyon del Oro High School in Arizona, Reid built up a career 0.293 average with 84 hits, 59 RBIs, and two home runs.

While his bat has really stood out, his glove has taken a back seat. 15 errors on the year dipped his fielding percentage to 0.903 as the Rough Riders' starting shortstop. Of course, he did have the third most chances out of anyone on the squad, but teetering on a sub-0.900 fielding percentage is worrisome.

However, he makes up for it with some speed on the bases. He has stolen 14 bags this year and has only been caught three times.

His red-hot bat and base thief speed make Reid a talented youngster to add to the ‘Sox’s infield core. How much playing time he gets is up in the air, but if his Rough Rider debut tells us anything, he will make every rep count.

May 14, 2026

WENATCHEE WELCOMES TWO WASHINGTONIANS BACK TO THE VALLEY

May 14, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Wenatchee Welcomes two Washingtonians back to the Valley

After years away, both these Washington pitchers are finally reuniting with the team that they started their college journeys with. Braiden Boyd and Felix Schlede each played with Wenatchee fresh out of high school, and now their paths have brought them back to the valley in 2026.

Whether it’s a powerful lefty who found his home at the JUCO level, or a towering righty who made huge strides with the ‘Sox, Wenatchee is welcoming back two high-tier arms with potential to grow in the WCL.

So, who are these familiar friends coming back to the ‘Sox…

Braiden Boyd - LHP - Redshirt sophomore

When Boyd broke into college baseball back in 2024, it was with the AppleSox. The 6-foot-5 lefty committed to Washington State University out of high school, but decided to cut his teeth with Wenatchee before he got to Pullman.

In that 2024 summer season, Boyd got 13 total appearances and pitched 33 ⅔ innings. He was essentially thrown into the deep end, and he did his best to stay above water.

He finished the summer with a 7.22 ERA, 27 earned runs, 17 walks, and struck out 21 batters. With that being his first taste of college baseball, Boyd definitely got punched in the mouth.

When he arrived in Pullman, he rode the bench for his entire freshman year, not playing a single game for the Cougs. After that, Boyd packed his bags and headed an hour and a half north to Spokane Falls Community College.

In his past two years with the Sasquatches, Boyd has really gotten back on track. This past season with the Squatches has been his best by far.

He made 13 relief appearances this year with Spokane, giving up 11 earned runs, 15 walks, and 47 strikeouts. This gave him a career-best 2.43 ERA with the fewest runs and most strikeouts of his career.

Since getting to Spokane, the Chelan native has gotten only two starts on the mound, meaning he has transitioned to a reliever role mid-way through his college journey. He also averaged three innings per appearance this past year, making him a long outing reliever.

After taking the step down to JUCO, Boyd has really thrived in Spokane. Now, after two long years away, the former AppleSox has found his way back home. Standing at a menacing 6-foot-5 and on a team with few lefties, Boyd will be a power lefty that the ‘Sox will need out of the pen.

Felix Schlede - RHP - Junior

It has been three years since Schlede last set foot in Wenatchee. He joined the AppleSox way back in 2022, immediately after graduating high school in Seattle.

In that very first summer season, Schlede made only five appearances, four of which were starts. With 16 earned runs off 19 walks and only nine hits, the young righty struggled out of the gate. That gave him an 11.68 ERA in his college debut.

Schlede came back to Wenatchee the following year, making another four starts and this time improving drastically from year one. He allowed just four runs, 12 walks, and punched out 16 batters, dropping his ERA to 2.92 in the same number of innings pitched.

After his two years with the ‘Sox, Schlede got to work with Central Arizona College. He pitched just one season for the Vaqueros in 2024, making 12 starts and two relief appearances. In that single campaign, Schlede gave up 18 runs, 40 walks, and struck out an insane 77 batters.

Those 77 punchouts gave Schlede an 11.30 strikeout per nine innings rate. After that, the Seattleite earned himself a spot on a D1 roster.

For the past two years, the 6-foot-6 righty has been slinging the rock with San Houston State in Texas. While he did not play at all this season, he was used often in 2025.

In his first trial as a Bearkat, Schlede made three starts and 16 relief appearances. He finished the year with a 6.53 ERA off 29 earned runs, 28 walks, and 36 strikeouts.

At a towering 6-foot-6 and 230 pounds, the Seattle native is an intimidating arm from the right side. He has shown struggles with command at times, highlighted by the 99 walks. However, he also has high strikeout potential, as seen by the 77 strikeouts in JUCO.

Now back home with Wenatchee, the former starter turned reliever will be vital to locking up opposing bats this year in the valley.

May 11, 2026

A WASHINGTON BULLDOG AND A JAPANESE TRITON JOINING THE 'SOX THIS SUMMER

May 11, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

A Washington Bulldog and a Japanese Triton joining the ‘Sox this summer

While both play for Washington JUCOs, the two incoming AppleSox are about as different as they come. Colin Fraser and Chihiro Sato are each joining Wenatchee this summer, and each comes from a wildly different walk of life.

Fraser is a homegrown left-hander out of Snoqualmie, whereas Sato is a crafty righty from Japan who is switching allegiances in the West Coast League. Each brings two years of JUCO ball with them to the valley, and each will want to test themselves against D1 talent.

So, who are these two bullpen arms coming to Wenatchee…

Colin Fraser - LHP - Sophomore

Growing up in the shadow of Mount Si, Fraser will be trading one valley for the other when he gets to Wenatchee. The left-handed Washingtonian made a short move to Bellevue to start out his collegiate career, and while he is wrapping up his second year with the Bulldogs, there is very little information about his time there.

His stats from this year are unavailable. However, his freshman year numbers are quite revealing.

He made 14 appearances in his first year, with five of them being starts. In that time, he allowed just 19 runs, 25 walks, and struck out 35 batters. Tally it all up, and you get a 4.46 ERA in his first year in JUCO.

Before winding up at Bellevue College, Fraser was carving up batters at Mount Si High School in the Snoqualmie Valley. A career 2.78 ERA, only 29 runs, 36 walks, and 74 strikeouts was the damage report after four years. He had a prototypical path through high school baseball, with one year on the freshman team, one on JV, and two on varsity.

His decision to start at a JUCO mirrors his time in high school. Fraser trusts the process and takes his time to develop at his own pace.

His Bulldog tenure is officially over, meaning Fraser will need to test out the noodle against some higher-level bats before he finds his way to a D1 roster. As one of the few lefties in the pen, he will get a perfect chance to do that in Wenatchee.

Chihiro Sato - RHP - Sophomore

Playing baseball at the college level is tough enough. Now throw in a language barrier and a cultural divide, and it becomes borderline impossible.

That is what Sato has had to deal with in his first two years in the States. The righty from Tokyo was discovered back in 2024, when an Edmonds College scout saw him pitch in Japan.

One 10-hour flight later, Sato got his college career rolling with the Tritons in Washington. In just his freshman year, Sato showed exactly why the cross-continental flight was worth it.

He made 12 appearances in year one, eight of which were starts. He allowed just 19 runs, 10 walks, and punched out 36 batters in that time, giving him a 2.81 ERA in his debut college season.

After the spring ended, Sato continued to scratch the baseball itch when he joined the Bellingham Bells in the West Coast League for the 2025 season. He was used heavily by the Bells that summer, who called him in 15 times, mainly in relief.

In his 15 outings, Sato coughed up just 16 runs, 13 walks, and struck out 20 batters. This brought his ERA to 3.60 after the summer.

Getting to live with a host family over the summer made Sato’s transition to leagues better. He spent much of his time watching and talking baseball with his host family, the Reeds, in Bellingham.

As someone new to the country, finding community can be hard. But with a family built in, summer league baseball suited Sato well.

After his time in Bellingham ended, Sato got right back to work with the Tritons. This year, he made 10 starts on the mound, averaging around 6.0 innings per outing. In those 10 starts, he averaged two runs, one walk, and five strikeouts per game. This gives him a 2.93 ERA, which is slightly worse than his freshman year, but still wildly impressive for the 5-foot-10 righty.

With a fastball that doesn’t crack 90 mph, deception becomes the key to Sato’s success. His ability to change tempo, throw off-speed, and mess with hitters is a direct product of the Japanese style of pitching.

Along with that, the Japanese style is his rubber arm. Sato throws long tosses often, allowing him to pitch longer than his American counterparts.

Put it all together, and you get a Japanese right-hander that pitches like a lefty, something you don’t see often. After swapping the Bells for the ‘Sox this summer, Sato will be getting back to work in the WCL and continuing to find his stride in the States.

May 07, 2026

a COUG AND A GLADIATOR COMING NORTH TO THE ‘SOX

May 07, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

A Coug and a Gladiator coming north to the ‘Sox

With two JUCO faces, the AppleSox are adding some quality hitters to the roster in 2026. Sam Moore and Joseph Coupland may be new to Wenatchee, but this is not their first rodeo.

Whether that’s Moore coming over from Lassen College, or Coupland sliding in from Chabot, they’ll bring their own level of college experience that sets them apart from the rest. As a sophomore making his first summer cameo with Wenatchee, an outfielder switching sides in the West Coast League, and a catcher finally getting his chance to slug the ball, all three should be exciting to watch in Wenatchee.

So, let’s get to know these future AppleSox…

Sam Moore - OF - Freshman

With his first year of college ball in the books, the ‘Sox are adding a switch-hitting outfielder with serious slugging potential to the valley. Moore committed to Lassen out of Mead Senior High School, and in just 33 games, he has made an impression.

Moore ends this year with a 0.347 average, 1.076 OPS, 11 doubles, 32 RBIs, and five home runs. From both sides of the plate, the 6-foot-1 right-hander hit the ball to the long part of the yard again and again.

He was also flawless in the field, posting a crisp 1.000 fielding percentage on 11 total chances. Although with only two stolen bases, he was kept in check on the base paths.

Despite being a freshman, Moore is not new to summer league baseball. Last year, the Spokane native spent the summer with the Yakima Valley Pippins in the West Coast League.

With Moore only playing in 15 games and Yakima being in the opposite division, he did not get a chance to play the AppleSox last year. But, in his limited at-bats, Moore still managed a 0.278 average off 15 hits, two doubles, and one home run.

His time in Yakima means that Moore will be reunited with another former Pippin in the valley. Right-handed freshman pitcher Cristian Brewster also played in Yakima last summer and is also switching sides to join the ‘Sox this season. While it may only be one additional face, it can go a long way in building chemistry on the squad.

While he might be young, Moore’s resume is quite extensive. With six home runs in just one full year of baseball, he has the potential to be a slugger in the valley.

As a young switch-hitter patrolling the outfield, the ‘Sox will be capitalizing on Moore’s dual-threat capabilities. Going into his second year at Lassen, he will need every rep he can get to stand out on the Cougs.

Joseph Coupland - C - Sophomore

He may be a sophomore, but Coupland has just a single year of college baseball on the statsheet. After sitting out his freshman year, he did not make his Chabot college debut until this season.

In his opening campaign, Coupland batted 0.307 with a 0.971 OPS, 43 hits, 11 doubles, 32 RBIs, and eight home runs. What makes those numbers really pop is the 35 games he did it in.

In a limited time, he still managed to drive in 10% of the team’s runs and 14% of their homers. Put him in the catcher’s gear, and the defense stood out as well. He did botch three plays this year, but the 105 total chances kept his fielding percentage at a solid 0.971 on the season.

While he is a new face to the WCL, Coupland is not unfamiliar with summer ball. Last offseason, he spent 23 games with the Walnut Creek Crawdads in the California Collegiate League.

While there, he launched three homers, three doubles, 11 hits, and eight RBIs. This plopped his average at an underwhelming 0.224 paired with a surprising 0.836 OPS. Essentially, on the off chance he hit the ball, he hit it hard.

He carried that trend with him to Chabot, where he crushed baseballs from the right side. With the most home runs out of the three, Coupland is, without a doubt, the most intriguing. While his experience may be deceiving, he makes up for it with his condensed production.

If he can do that in the valley, there is no doubt he will be handing out souvenirs game after game in Wenatchee.

May 06, 2026

Registration is Open for AppleSox Kids Baseball Camps, Early Registration Discounts Through May 14

May 06, 2026/ Guest User

AppleSox Kids Camps emphasize skill development, confidence building, and a love for the game. Coaches are dedicated to helping each participant improve their fundamentals while having fun along the way. Our goal is for every camper to leave with stronger skills, greater confidence, and a memorable experience at the ballpark.

May 04, 2026

THREE SASQUATCHES TREKKING TO WENATCHEE IN 2026

May 04, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Three Sasquatches trekking to Wenatchee in 2026

All three are from Spokane Falls Community College and are Washington natives. Chase Edwards, Luke Brown, and Tate Swanson are all staying in the Evergreen state for their summer season when they join Wenatchee in a few weeks.

Whether it’s an outfielder who may be a base thief in the valley, a top-ranked righty trying to get back on the wagon, or a freshman carving up batters in Spokane, the Squatches are handing over three top talents to Wenatchee this summer.

So, with the introductions out of the way, who are these three Squatches…

Chase Edwards - OF - Sophomore

After a quietly productive career at Ballard High School, Edwards made the four-hour drive east to join the Squatches in Spokane. The true lefty outfielder has been a regular face in the Falls these past two years, and will be dipping his toes into summer ball for the first time this summer with the ‘Sox.

His freshman year set a high bar, with Edwards clocking in 50 games, 51 hits, 26 RBIs, a 0.766 OPS, and a 0.309 average. However, his sophomore year has been quiet.

Through 31 games, Edwards has 28 hits, four doubles, a 0.252 average, and a 0.692 OPS. He does have a handful of games left in the season, but it is not enough to reach the bar he set for himself last year.

What he may lack in power, he makes up for in speed. On the base paths, Edwards has already snagged 54 career bases with 35 of those coming as a freshman. With 19 stolen bases this season, he is clearly a sneaky runner on the diamond.

The glove is not too shabby either. In his 81 career games, Edwards has made only two errors, giving him a 0.987 fielding percentage.

A solid average, A+ defending, and exceptional speed all make Edwards a quality tool for the ‘Sox to use this year. As a JUCO product possibly eyeing a spot on a D1 roster, this summer will be a good test for Edwards.

Luke Brown - RHP - Sophomore

He may have spent last summer in Kelowna, but this year Brown finds himself in Wenatchee for the offseason. His time in Kelowna was short and sweet, with just four appearances and 13 runs allowed, which spiked his ERA to 11.32.

Now with his former WCL opponent, Brown is primed to build on a career that has bogged down in his sophomore year. His freshman season with Spokane was eventful, as he made 13 relief appearances and posted a 4.86 ERA.

Flash forward to this year, and Brown has been riding the pine for almost the entire season. He made just one appearance this year, back on Feb. 21, where he spun ⅔ of an inning and handed over three runs. This gives him a misleading ERA of 40.50 as a sophomore.

Brown came to the Squatches from Gonzaga Prep High School and was highly coveted in his senior year. The 6-foot-7 Spokane native was the No. 1-ranked right-hander and the No. 42 overall player in the state according to Baseball Northwest back in 2024.

With two JUCO campaigns under his belt and a summer stint in Kelowna, the top prospect has been seldom used. Only 18 appearances in his college career make it hard to grasp what kind of arm he has.

But the four saves, 16 strikeouts, and 8.64 K/9 in his freshman year show exactly where the ceiling lies for Brown.

With a chance to get back on the mound, Brown will be taking advantage of every outing he gets in Wenatchee. He was a lockdown reliever in his freshman year. The question is, can he get back to that in the valley?

Tate Swanson - RHP - Freshman

As the youngest of the three, Swanson will be playing his first summer season in Wenatchee. Fresh out of Mount Si High School in Snoqualmie, the 6-foot-4 righty has gotten to work early with the Squatches.

He has made nine cameos thus far, his most recent on May 2, when he went 1.0 inning, giving up one run on one hit. Overall for the year, Swanson has been incredibly efficient, repping a 1.65 ERA with just three runs allowed and seven scoreless outings.

On top of that, he is averaging 4 batters faced per inning, with over an inning pitched in all of his appearances. Length and efficiency: that is what Swanson has shown in his few outings with the Squatches.

With a ton of momentum built up in just his freshman year, the ‘Sox can only hope that he rolls it into the valley this summer. As a long-outing reliever, Wenatchee will most likely need Swanson to close out games for them all summer long.

April 30, 2026

APPLESOX ADDING THREE JUCO TALENTS FROM WASHINGTON

April 30, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

AppleSox adding three JUCO talents from Washington

Familiar friends, Washington JUCOs, and all sophomores. Nathan Woodside, Noah Figuered, and Sawyer Wickerstrom may play for different programs, but they have quite a few similarities below the surface.

All three are finding their way to Wenatchee this year, and each one adds depth to their position group. Whether that’s an undersized catcher keeping runners in their place, a middle infielder swiping bag after bag, or a righty starter who has found his groove in JUCO, the ‘Sox picked three quality faces to join their ranks.

So, let’s peel back the curtain on these JUCO sophomores…

Nathan Woodside - C - Sophomore

Out of Woodinville, Washington, the ‘Sox are scooping up a catcher with a golden glove behind the dish. Currently at Lower Columbia Community College, Woodside is not exactly slugging the baseball, but he makes up for it with his defense.

Through 23 games, the 5-foot-7 sophomore is batting 0.222 with just 12 hits, nine RBIs, and one double. He has posted no triples and no home runs, making that one double his only extra-base hit of the year.

But the 0.993 fielding percentage jumps off the page immediately. To complement it, he has already thrown out four runners this year.

It makes sense considering his accolades from high school. A first-team All-Kinco selection in 2023 and a second-team selection in 2024. He excelled in his high school career, and now he is doing the same with the Red Devils.

Woodside is not alone on his trip to Wenatchee. He joins Harlan Rowe, who has been a Swiss Army Knife with Lower Columbia thus far.

With Rowe as a pitcher and Woodside as a catcher, the two battery mates will be reunited this summer in Wenatchee.

Noah Figuered - INF - Sophomore

After spending last summer with the Bellingham Bells in the WCL, the ‘Sox have flipped Figuered to the valley. He is currently in his second year with Edmonds Community College, and his numbers paint a very clear picture.

The kid out of El Cajon, California, committed to the Tritons out of high school and immediately got to work. A 0.281 average, 47 hits, 13 doubles, 35 RBIs, and 23 stolen bases made up his explosive freshman year in Edmonds.

Of course, the glove was a little shaky that first year, with Figuered botching 13 plays in the middle infield and recording a 0.936 fielding percentage.

However, he has one-upped himself this season. A 0.315 average, 10 doubles, 46 hits, only three errors, and an insane 53 stolen bases. With eight games left on the slate, Figuered has plenty of time to continue growing his numbers and possibly break into 60 stolen bases.

A career 52 RBIs and 82 stolen bases are what truly pop about Figuered. After snatching him away from the Bells, the ‘Sox will be benefiting from both his speed on the basepaths and his clutch factor at the plate.

He is one of two Tritons who will be coming to the valley this summer, and as someone who does nothing but improve, he should be an exciting face to watch up the middle.

Sawyer Wickerstrom - RHP - Sophomore

From the right side, Wenatchee is adding a Trojan who finds three familiar faces in the valley this year. Wickerstrom is joining Dylan Dyer, Basil Hendrix, and Hiroshi Johnson on the ‘Sox squad this summer, all three of his current teammates at Everett Community College.

He is a first-year Trojan, given that he started his journey at Utah Valley during his freshman season. Wickerstrom made just six cameos with the Wolverines, tossing six innings and giving up four runs. That rang up his ERA at a flat 6.00 in his Utah Valley career.

After that, Wickerstrom took the step down to JUCO, heading back to his hometown of Bothell. Ever since setting foot on the Everett rubber, he has not once looked back.

As one of Everett’s starters, Wickerstrom has made ten appearances this year. In about five innings per outing, he has posted a 1.29 ERA, only seven earned runs, 20 walks, and 62 punchouts.

Essentially, Wickerstrom has found a home at the JUCO level. Now with Wenatchee this summer, he will have a chance to test his arm against a good mix of college talent.

As the fourth Trojan pitcher on the roster, Wickerstrom bolsters a bullpen that is stuffed to the brim. But his numbers against NWAC bats may give him an edge to grab a starting spot in the rotation.

April 27, 2026

THREE RUSTLER RELIEVERS COMING TO WENATCHEE IN 2026

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Three Rustler relievers coming to Wenatchee in 2026

One Washington southpaw and two California righties. Out of Golden State College, the AppleSox are adding three more pitchers to the roster. Marcel Mercado, Elias Reyes, and Cristian Brewster are each swapping California for the Wenatchee Valley this season.

While one has already gotten plenty of college experience, the other two are diamonds in the rough, getting their shot at the college stage. All three have been used regularly by Golden State this year, and are on pace to be solid arms in the valley.

So, who are these new Rustler relievers joining the ‘Sox…

Marcel Mercado - LHP - Junior

With three years under his belt, Mercado brings the most college experience out of the trio. He is currently with the Golden State Rustlers in California, but before that, the Tacoma native got his start in JUCO with his hometown Titans at Tacoma Community College. In his first two years with the Titans, he made just 12 total appearances. But, in that time, he managed to lock down JUCO bats from the left side.

His freshman year only featured him in six outings, all of which were in relief. He posted his best ERA in that inaugural season, finishing at 1.46 with nine strikeouts and only two earned runs.

In his sophomore campaign, he made his first four starts in college ball. After that second year, Mercado’s ERA inflated to 6.64 with 17 strikeouts, 15 earned runs, and 19 hits.

After his two years with the Titans, Mercado headed south to join the Golden State Rustlers in California.

While there, he has made 13 appearances so far. A majority of those, eight to be exact, have been starts. He’s posting a 3.69 ERA off 13 earned runs, 30 strikeouts, and only 11 walks.

Every year, Mercado has been handed more responsibility, and he has not buckled once. That makes sense when you realize how dominant he was back in his high school days.

Out of Stadium High School, the 6-foot-2 left-hander worked three seasons of varsity ball. In those three seasons, he never once posted an ERA above 2.00.

Back in his home state this summer, Mercado makes his first stop in summer league baseball with the ‘Sox. As a starting arm with relief potential, he is one of just seven lefties joining Wenatchee this year.

But, as someone who develops consistently each year, the valley will be a perfect place for him to stay hot.

Elias Reyes - RHP - Freshman

Coming out of high school, the West Covina, California, native did not stand out that much. In 2025, he was the No. 492 overall prospect in California and the No. 174 right-handed prospect in the state.

Sitting at triple digits in the prospect rankings is not the most impressive. However, upon closer inspection, you see exactly why the Rustlers snatched him out of high school.

In his three years at South Hills High School, Reyes locked down the right side in relief. His freshman year was rocky, with Reyes posting just seven appearances and a 4.42 ERA.

After that, his sophomore year was not much better. He made three fewer appearances, but did manage to shave the ERA down to 3.00.

It was not until his senior year that he showed exactly what he is capable of. With a career high 14 appearances, Reyes posted a 1.89 ERA with 12 earned runs, 18 walks, and a preposterous 51 strikeouts.

Those 51 punchouts jump out immediately to anyone paying attention, and apparently, the Rustlers were paying attention.

So far with Golden State, Reyes is leading the team for appearances at 17. In that time, he has a 3.31 ERA with 13 earned runs, 16 walks, and 29 strikeouts. On top of that, he leads the squad for saves at two, which is not a lot, but still leads the team.

With 35 ⅓ innings of work, Reyes averages about two innings per appearance with the Rustlers. As a mid-length reliever, he has already closed out seven Golden State wins this season, making him a door slammer with the Rustlers.

As a diamond in the rough, the ‘Sox will benefit from Reyes’ swing and miss stuff in the valley. Reyes is playing his first year of summer league baseball with Wenatchee, and he could shape up to be their go-to closer in 2026.

Cristian Brewster - RHP - Freshman

Although he is just a freshman, Brewster brings some built-in college experience with him to Wenatchee. That experience comes from the season he spent with the Yakima Valley Pippins, a conference opponent of the AppleSox.

While he only played four games with the Pippins, his production was undeniable. In eight total innings, Brewster coughed up only four runs, five walks, and whiffed nine batters. He made all of those appearances in relief, making him a useful arm out of the pen to shut down opposing offenses.

Now with the Rustlers, he is back to his old tricks. In nine cameos so far this year, he has racked up a 1.16 ERA with just three runs, only 15 hits, 12 walks, and a lopsided 29 strikeouts.

While he may have committed to Cal State Fullerton out of high school, he has found a home with the Rustlers. Much like Reyes, Brewster was not the highest-rated right-hander out of high school.

In 2023, Brewster was the No. 125 overall player and No. 47 right-handed pitcher in California. The Rustlers must have an affinity for underrated righties from California, and in both cases, it has paid off.

So, Brewster swaps divisions in the West Coast League, making the hour-and-a-half drive from Yakima to Wenatchee in 2026. As a relief arm that has closed out game after game with the Rustlers, the ‘Sox will no doubt lean on the Porter Ranch native all summer in the valley.

April 23, 2026

AppleSox Partner With Confluence Health to Bring Kids to the Park for Free This Summer

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Opening Day of the 2026 season is just around the corner, and the Wenatchee AppleSox are partnering with Confluence Health to bring children 12 and under to Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium for free this summer.

Children 12 and under will receive free general admission when accompanied by a paid adult.

The AppleSox have a long tradition of bringing families together each summer, and this partnership- now in its second year - aims to make those experiences more accessible for the community.

AppleSox General Manager Allie Schank said Confluence Health has gone above and beyond traditional support of the team.

“Together, we’ve been able to make family entertainment and athletics more accessible, helping remove barriers that might otherwise keep families from sharing in these experiences,” Schank said. “Because of this partnership, more families with kids can come watch the Wenatchee AppleSox, imagine themselves on that field one day, and see future Major League Baseball talent right here in our community.”

Confluence Health CEO Andrew Jones says the games offer more than just baseball.

"At Confluence Health, our mission is local care by and for our community, and we know that caring for this community also means supporting opportunities that bring people together and inspire connection across generations," Jones said. "We’re proud to partner with the AppleSox to help ensure access to community baseball and create shared moments that bring families, fans, and our region closer together."

General admission tickets for adults are $9 and available now at applesox.com.

The AppleSox open their home schedule with a 6:35 p.m. first pitch, on June 5 with gates opening at 5:30 p.m., against the Kamloops NorthPaws.

April 23, 2026

APPLESOX ADD TO THE BULLPEN, INFIELD, AND OUTFIELD WITH THREE NEWBIES

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Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

AppleSox add to the bullpen, infield, and outfield with three newbies

Different home states, different positions, and different stages of college ball. Akanni Owodunni, Levi Grothen, and Yahir Acevedo may have a lot of differences, but they do have one thing in common: all three are coming to Wenatchee this summer.

A high school senior just beginning his college journey, a freshman itching to find his footing, and a Puerto Rican who is finding his fellow Roadrunner in the valley. All three jump off the page for their own reasons.

So, who are these intriguing new faces...

Akanni Owodunni - Corner Infield/Catcher - High school senior

Out of Berkeley High School in California, the ‘Sox are adding a certified slugger from the right side. The 6-foot-2 and 215-pound Oakland native may be committed to the University of San Diego for 2027, but he is on loan to Wenatchee this upcoming summer.

Taking away his senior year, which is still underway, you see exactly why the ‘Sox want him on the roster. A career 0.317 average, 45 hits, 48 RBIs, 10 doubles, and nine home runs is what he accumulated in the lead-up to this season.

In the field, you see he is a bat-first player. Three years of varsity, and he racked up 11 errors, a majority of which were in his junior year,, when he totaled six. This dropped him to a 0.954 fielding percentage.

Aside from the fielding, his junior year was still very productive, specifically at the dish. Last year, he led the Yellowjackets in home runs (6), doubles (6), RBIs (18), and slugging percentage (0.769). On top of that, he was second for hits (24) and third for average (0.369).

Essentially, when he gets hold of the ball, he launches it. The average wasn't the best, but he makes up for it with the clutch factor shown by his slugging and RBI lead.

The home run pop and ability to drive in runs are qualities the ‘Sox are excited to have. Before he joins the Toreros in the West Coast Conference, he will have the chance to wade into the water in Wenatchee.

Levi Grothen - RHP - Freshman

Adding to the already packed bullpen, the ‘Sox are bringing a PNW kid who is slinging it with Cal State Bakersfield this spring. After graduating from Woodinville High School last year, Grothen made the trek south to join the Roadrunners in California.

The 6-foot-2 righty has made just two appearances with Bakersfield this year, his most recent being on April 14. In the 1 ⅓ innings of work he has received, Grothen handed over four earned runs off four hits, two walks, and three strikeouts. This gives him a bloated ERA of 27.00 on his freshman ledger.

If you want a better look at Grothen’s talents, you can peer back to high school. With the Woodinville Falcons, Grothen made 48 varsity appearances. His first two years were underwhelming, posting a 5.30 ERA in his sophomore season and a 5.70 ERA the year prior.

After that, he locked in… big time. A 0.68 ERA in his junior year and a career-best 0.28 ERA in his senior season capped off a stellar high school career.

What stands out specifically about those four varsity campaigns is the fact that Grothen made zero starts. All 48 appearances came in relief.

As a dominant relief man looking to find his stride in college ball, the ‘Sox are the perfect landing spot for Grothen. With a bullpen that can benefit from his late-game

Yahir Acevedo - OF - Redshirt junior

All the way from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Acevedo is making the 3,700-mile journey across the country to join Wenatchee this summer. The 5-foot-10 and 189-pound outfielder is a true lefty and will be bringing his slugging potential with him to the valley.

Along with Grothen, Acevedo is now the second current Roadrunner to join the ‘Sox. Similar to Grothen, Acevedo is a fresh face in Bakersfield this year.

Prior to California, Acevedo spent two years with El Paso Community College in Texas. During his time with the Tejanos, the power lefty crushed the baseball.

He wasted no time, smoking 69 hits his freshman year along with six home runs, 22 doubles, four triples, and 52 RBIs. He sat out his sophomore season, but did not miss a beat in his junior year.

He mirrored his freshman year almost perfectly with 69 hits, 22 doubles, 43 RBIs, and an OPS of 0.933. What’s all the more impressive is the 16 stolen bases he swiped in El Paso.

Speed, power, and consistency. That was the trio that Acevedo brought to the Tejanos in his two years.

Pair that with the fact that he was the No. 17 overall prospect in Puerto Rico, and you see exactly why Bakersfield wanted to snatch him up. So far this year, he has cameoed in just 24 games, where he has posted a 0.205 average.

He has started just 11 of those games, but has still managed nine hits, seven RBIs, two doubles, and a stolen base. He has also been perfect in the field, recording no errors on 17 chances.

A power-hitting base thief who locks down the outfield grass? You will be hard-pressed to find a better addition to the roster than that. Now with Wenatchee, his hot bat will no doubt terrorize WCL opponents all summer.

April 20, 2026

WENATCHEE WELCOMING THREE POSITION PLAYERS TO THE DIAMOND

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Wenatchee welcoming three position players to the diamond

An Anteater, a Gaucho, and a Cardinal walk into Wenatchee. No, it’s not the setup to a bad joke, but rather a trio of newcomers that are coming to the ‘Sox for 2026. Zach Doyle, Colin Beazizo, and Alika Ahu are each joining Wenatchee this season, and each is coming from a very different walk of life.

The three newcomers include a redshirt freshman finding his fellow Anteater in the valley, a junior being reunited with his JUCO pals, and a Stanford commit traversing the Pacific to join the mainland.

So, with no further ado, who exactly are these new faces?

Zach Doyle - OF - Redshirt freshman

Michael Podstreleny will be greeted by a familiar face when he arrives in Wenatchee. Doyle is accompanying his fellow UC Irvine teammate to the valley this summer, and both are lending their power from the left side.

Doyle similarly sat out his freshman year. However, as soon as he touched the dirt this season, Irvine has been hard-pressed to take him off it.

Through 28 games with the Anteaters, Doyle has delivered 18 hits, three doubles, one triple, 12 RBIs, and three stolen bases. Crunch the numbers, and this gives him a 0.214 average with a 0.627 OPS. Those percentages are not jaw-dropping, but when you notice the 0.977 fielding percentage, it becomes all the more impressive.

Prior to this current campaign with Irvine, Doyle spent last summer with the Minot Hot Tots in the Northwoods League. Looking at the plate production there, you see a similar story to what he’s doing with the Anteaters.

A 0.208 average in 30 games with 22 hits, 15 RBI’s, and three home runs was the ultimate damage report for Doyle. He did not record any doubles or triples with the Hot Tots, meaning singles were his bread and butter throughout the summer.

Doyle got a sneak peek of Beazizo this week, when the Anteaters took on UC Santa Barbara in a three-game set. Doyle only got two at-bats on the weekend, both of which he struck out. The salt in the wound was the singular error that he made in game one, breaking his flawless streak.

Essentially,

With a solid glove in the field and a competent bat, Doyle will be a dangerous face prowling the outfield for the ‘Sox.

Colin Beazizo - OF - Junior

Similar to Doyle, Beazizo will find some familiar faces in the valley. Prior to joining UC Santa Barbara this year, he spent two seasons with Everett Community College in the NWAC. The ‘Sox are bringing four current Trojans onto the roster this season, three of whom Beazizo played with during his time there.

Those three former teammates are Dylan Dyer, Basil Hendrix, and Trevor Young. With all three being pitchers, Beazizo will be backing up his former Trojan teammates from the outfield.

In his two seasons with Everett, the Lake Stevens native did one thing and one thing only… improve. His freshman campaign was less than pretty, batting 0.182 with just 25 hits in 40 games. On top of that, he had 36 strikeouts on the year.

Flash forward a year, and Beazizo was unrecognizable. A 0.381 average, 22 RBIs, four home runs, and only nine strikeouts wrapped up his sophomore year in seven fewer games played.

In addition, he committed just one error in Everett, giving him a 0.993 fielding percentage. If that wasn’t enough, you take a peek at the stolen bases. While he only swiped 11 in his freshman year, he more than doubled it last season, giving him a total of 39 bags with the Trojans.

After that, he swapped the PNW for sunny Santa Barbara when he committed to the Gauchos. So far in 26 games, he has popped 21 hits, one double, one triple, and one home run. This brings his average to 0.313 with an OPS of 0.838.

While in the outfield grass, he has fumbled three plays, dropping his fielding percentage to a career low of 0.917. But the flashes at the plate make the occasional bumble worth it.

In the series against Doyle’s Anteaters, for example, Beazizo scorched the ball. He finished the weekend with four hits, one RBI, one double, and one triple. In the leadoff spot, he came around to score three times total in the series. The Gauchos won the weekend 2-1, in large part to Beazizo’s hot bat.

Finally back in his home state, Beazizo brings built-in chemistry with Hendrix, Young, and Dyer. As a guy who continually improves every year, he is exactly what the ‘Sox are searching for in the summer.

Alika Ahu - INF - High school senior

All the way from Hawaii, the 6-foot-4 middle infielder will be getting his feet wet in Wenatchee before he joins Stanford next season. Although he has yet to don his cap and gown, Ahu is an enticing young talent to plug and play in the infield.

With Pac-Five High School in Honolulu, Ahu is entering his third tour of duty at the varsity level. Prior to this year, he held a 0.333 average, 17 hits, four doubles, two triples, and no home runs. He did all that in just 16 games played.

In the field, his glove did not exactly stand out. Last year, he was second on the squad for errors with four, despite being fourth on the team for total chances at 45.

Despite the defensive blunders, he made up for it by leading the Wolfpack offensively. Ahu was first on the team for hits (15), triples (2), RBIs (9), and stolen bases (5). During that time, he only struck out four times while also clocking in a 0.869 OPS, second best on the squad.

Considering that Ahu has yet to hear Pomp and Circumstance, there is only so much to take away from his high school ledger. What can be gathered is that he has a lot of room to grow. The flashes of offensive promise are there, coupled with a glove that can be dialed in.

With a full summer of ‘Sox baseball on his itinerary, he has plenty of time to smooth out the kinks before he joins Stanford in 2027.

April 16, 2026

APPLESOX BUILD THE BATTERY WITH THREE NEWCOMERS

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Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

AppleSox build the battery with three newcomers

Backing up the bullpen and the battery as a whole, the AppleSox are tacking three newcomers onto the roster, all three from different schools. AJ Cox, Derek Render, and Michael Podstreleny may be unfamiliar faces to each other, but that will change quickly this summer in Wenatchee.

As two pitchers and one catcher, they help balance out the battery perfectly. One is a sophomore right-hander returning to the college baseball stage, another is a Nevada native who was a standout two-way player in high school, and the last is a catcher finally getting a taste of college ball after an impressive high school career.

So, who exactly are these young newcomers joining the valley…

AJ Cox - RHP - Sophomore

Cox’s college baseball journey has been less than linear. Out of high school, the Porterville, California native committed to Cal State Bakersfield, and it did not go as he likely predicted.

In two years with the Roadrunners, Cox got just four games of action. His first year was less than ideal, with Cox pitching just one total inning and giving up four earned runs, skyrocketing his ERA to 36.00. Year two was almost identical, but with the exception of a 5.40 ERA, leagues better than his freshman year.

However, that was all she wrote for Cox’s time in Bakersfield.

After just four games at the division one level, Cox packed his bags and headed to Folsom Lake College, a JUCO in Parkway, California. Now with the Falcons, he has really found his stride.

In 17 appearances this year, he has been a lockdown relief arm, allowing just 17 hits, four earned runs, 13 walks, and an impressive 30 strikeouts. This gives him a career-best ERA of 1.86.

What might get lost in the sauce was Cox’s single summer season with the Portland Pickles in 2024. Cox got limited action in the Rose City, appearing in just four relief stints and posting a 5.40 ERA.

Now with the AppleSox, he will be swapping divisions and states in the WCL. While his career got off to a rocky start in Bakersfield, he has an opportunity with the Falcons and AppleSox to both showcase and grow his talents in the valley.

Standing at a towering 6-foot-4 and 225 pounds, he may prove to be a power righty that can silence opposing bats all summer long in Wenatchee.

Derek Render - RHP - Redshirt freshman

Out of Boulder City High School in Nevada, Render has only one game under his belt with the Utah Tech Trail Blazers. He sat out his freshman year and has appeared in just a single game this season.

In that single relief outing, he gave up five earned runs in 0.0 innings. This gives him a 99.00 ERA on the season, which is comedic.

With that being his only college ledger, we have to dig up his high school statsheet to better understand Render.

In three varsity seasons, Render wrapped up with a 2.12 ERA. This was due to only 20 earned runs, just 41 hits, and nearly 90 punchouts.

In his high school days, he also shone at the plate, batting a career 0.368. This earned him three all-conference selections as an infielder. In fact, Render was the No. 4 ranked shortstop in Nevada for his recruiting class.

Since arriving at Utah Tech, he has kept the bat in the bag, focusing on his pitching. With a near triple-digit ERA thus far, the only place to go for Render is up.

With Wenatchee being his first stop in summer league play, he will want to use as many reps as he can to grow on the bump. Hopefully, in the valley, he can get back to his high school dominance and provide some needed relief out of the bullpen.

Michael Podstreleny - C - Redshirt freshman

A pitcher is only as good as their catcher, and that’s where Podstreleney comes in. As one of the only true catchers added to the roster thus far, Podstreleny helps bolster this already stacked bullpen.

Out of high school, he was the No. 23 catching prospect in California. Looking at the stat sheet you see why.

As a switch-hitting catcher, he raked at the dish, batting a career 0.291 with five home runs, 38 RBIs, and 12 total doubles. He really broke out in his senior year, where he tallied career highs for hits (27), RBI’s (22), home runs (3), and average (0.346).

The San Diego native kept his talents local when he committed to UC Irvine. He rode the pine in his freshman year and did not make his collegiate debut until this season. In four games, Podstreleny has yet to record a hit, keeping his batting average at around 0.000.

Since getting to college, he has put aside his switch-hitting ways and consolidated to the left side of the plate. Still, he has gotten limited chances with the Anteaters, making his latest cameo on March 20 against Oregon State.

But you cannot argue with the high school production. The home run power with the average to back it up makes him an impact bat anywhere he goes, even if it hasn’t shown up with Irvine yet.

With Podstreleny making his summer league debut in Wenatchee, he may become a cornerstone face behind the dish. Although he has gotten limited reps in the spring, summer could be his time to shine in the valley.

April 13, 2026

A PAIR OF WASHINGTONIANS FINDING THEIR WAY BACK HOME THIS SUMMER

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A pair of Washingtonians finding their way back home this summer

Both newcomers may be in different corners of the country, but they each will be coming home for their summer season in Wenatchee. Tyler Schuyleman and Harlan Rowe are both heading north for this coming season with the ‘Sox, returning to their native state.

The pair of sophomore right-handers may look similar on paper, but they have some stark differences on closer inspection. While one is a familiar face in the valley, the other is a slugging Swiss Army knife who adds depth everywhere he goes.

So, let's get acquainted with this pair of pitchers…

Tyler Schuyleman - RHP - Sophomore

Schuyleman will be getting a lot of deja vu when he steps foot in the valley. The reason is that he is a native of Wenatchee. The righty sophomore attended Wenatchee High School and, in fact, played for Wenatchee Valley College before making the move to Georgia Gwinnett this year.

Although he spent two years with the Knights in the valley, he did not record any stats. On top of that, his high school stats are not available. So, that places a huge shroud on Schuyleman’s abilities from the right side.

But, with four appearances already with the Gwinnett Grizzlies, we do have that to reference. In his four appearances, the most recent being March 28, he has inflated his ERA to a whopping 27.00.

That comes from eight hits, nine earned runs, two walks, and only one strikeout. All of that happened in the span of 3.0 innings, all of which were in relief.

Basically, Schuyleman’s limited ledger does not paint the best picture of his capabilities. He still has half a season left before his cross-country trek home from Georgia, and he will be looking to shave down the double-digit ERA.

However, as a Wenatchee native, he will be back in his old stomping grounds for a full summer of ‘Sox baseball this season.

Harlan Rowe - Sophomore - RHP

Yes, he is listed as a right-handed pitcher… but that’s just the tip of the iceberg for Rowe. The Monroe native has only made seven appearances on the bump in his career, but makes up for it with 78 games swinging the bat from a variety of different spots on the diamond.

Rowe has gotten the bulk of his work from the DH spot, with a little outfield and first base work sprinkled in. In one and a half years thus far with Lower Columbia Basin College in Longview, he is batting 0.301 with 68 hits, 10 doubles, two triples, and two home runs.

His performance at the plate last year had him fourth on the squad for hits and doubles, third for RBIs, second for slugging, and first for average at an impressive 0.336. If that wasn’t enough, you forgot that he is a pitcher as well.

From the bump last year, he made just five appearances, three of which were starts. In 12.0 innings of work, he coughed up nine hits, three earned runs, seven walks, and only one strikeout. This plopped his ERA at 2.25, which is not the most eye-catching but far from terrible.

This year, he has yet to allow a run, giving him an unfettered 0.00 ERA with no walks and two strikeouts. At the dish, he is batting 0.257, coming up short of the 0.336 bar he set last year.

With an impressive career already built up in Longview, he is now bringing that talent to Wenatchee. As someone who can impact the game from the dish and the rubber, he will be a useful tool for the ‘Sox this season.

April 09, 2026

WENATCHEE ADDING THREE WASHINGTON NATIVES TO THE ROSTER

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Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Wenatchee adding three Washington natives to the roster

While they may play for different schools, all three future AppleSox are products of the Pacific Northwest. Alex Chamberlain, Patrick Galvin, and Micah Coleman are all joining Wenatchee this summer, and each is bringing a different skill set to the table.

The three Washingtonians will each be getting their first taste of summer ball in Wenatchee. With a junior who tallied triple-digit hits in JUCO, a sophomore who made 18 relief appearances last year, and a junior who swiped 23 bags in Everett, the ‘Sox are acquiring three unique tools for the summer.

So, let’s take a gander at who they are…

Alex Chamberlain - INF - Junior

Clocking in at an impressive 6-foot-3 and 215 pounds, the Fall City native will be joining the ‘Sox after this current season with Seattle University. Chamberlain finds his way to the Redhawks after two years with the Columbia Basin Hawks.

During his Hawks heyday, Chamberlain smacked the cover off the baseball. A career 0.327 average, 116 hits, 77 RBI’s, and 24 doubles concluded his plate production with Columbia.

If you glance year over year, you see an eye-catching jump in production. 14 more hits, 15 more RBIs, four more home runs, and 21 more runs scored.

Chamberlain popped off in his sophomore campaign, earning his move to the Redhawks this year. While he has yet to see the field in Seattle, his damage report with Columbia says everything you need to know.

As a right-handed slugger who can develop year after year, Chamberlain could prove productive in a ‘Sox jersey.

Patrick Galvin - RHP - Sophomore

After four years at O’Dea High School in Seattle, Galvin committed to the Redhawks for his freshman year. Standing at a towering 6-foot-5 and 195 pounds, he has the prototypical pitcher’s build.

Galvin was the No. 68 overall prospect in Washington back in 2024. Shrink down to righty pitchers, and he checked in at No. 20.

In his inaugural season, the now sophomore made 18 appearances out of the bullpen, giving up 27 hits, 22 earned runs, 19 strikeouts, and 18 walks. This raised his ERA to a less-than-impressive 8.87.

He averaged 1 ⅓ innings per outing last year, making him a short-stint reliever. With a fastball that topped out at 85 miles per hour in high school, he likely will not blow the doors off too many people.

But the 19 strikeouts in his freshman year show the deception that he has in his back pocket. As a developing reliever, Galvin could get plenty of chances to grow in the valley this summer.

Micah Coleman - INF - Junior

One of these three is not like the other, and that would be Coleman. Although he is currently at USC Upstate for his junior year, the Mill Creek native began his collegiate career at Everett Community College for his initial two seasons.

Coleman is now the third Trojan to join Wenatchee. Dylan Dyer, Basil Hendrix, and Hiroshi Johnson are the three current Everett additions that were announced earlier this year.

With the Trojans, Coleman truly shone. In his 95 career games, he only recorded 25 extra-base hits. But, he makes up for it with 102 career hits, a 0.844 OPS, and 23 stolen bases. 16 of those swipes came in his sophomore year.

His plate production stood out, but his fielding was not quite to the same bar. Last year, he led the team in errors (9) while ranking third in chances (186). That dropped his fielding percentage to 0.952, which is not terrible, but definitely shows that Coleman is a bat-heavy infielder.

Now with the Upstate Ingles, he has moved all the way to South Carolina to finish out his college baseball journey. But that will not stop him from returning to his roots in Wenatchee during the summer.

As a contact hitter who can threaten on the basepaths, Coleman serves as a solid infield tool for the ‘Sox. For his first-ever summer ball season, Coleman picked a ‘Sox squad that will put his speed on the basepaths to good use.

April 07, 2026

AppleSox Featuring a Host of Specialty Game Nights This Summer

April 07, 2026/ AppleSox Media

The Wenatchee AppleSox are gearing up for their 26th season this summer and have a host of special game nights coming for fans in the Wenatchee Valley.

Fireworks night, three different bobblehead giveaway nights, two Bark in the Park nights, and the annual Cuffs vs Axes Softball Charity game headline special events at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium.

Join the AppleSox for the first Bark in the Park night, presented by Earthwise Pet Shop, and Opening Day, June 5, as Wenatchee welcomes in the Kamloops NorthPaws for three games. Kids Day is also part of Opening Weekend, Saturday, June 6, with lots of kids-centered fun and activities, sponsored by Wenatchee Youth Baseball.

The Springfield Drifters come to town June 9-11. Wenatchee Insurance Company is sponsoring Pride Night at the AppleSox on June 10, featuring some fun Pride-themed giveaway items. On June 11, join the AppleSox for Hispanic Heritage Night, sponsored by Bustos Media. Locally owned Hispanic businesses will be featured throughout the evening.

The first of three bobblehead giveaways coincides with the second Bark in the Park night, Saturday, June 20, presented by Firehouse Pet Shop. Be one of the first 500 fans to Paul Thomas and receive a Coyote bobblehead with the Firehouse mascot on the side. A special shoutout to Fromm Family Pet Foods for sponsoring this Bark in the Park night.

The annual AppleSox Fireworks Show is after the game on Friday, July 3, as the 'Sox take on the Edmonton RiverHawks. Advanced ticket purchases are strongly encouraged due to popularity.

On July 4, Stemilt Growers partners with the AppleSox to bring fans an opportunity to bring home a Coyote bobblehead, featuring the beloved mascot on an apple crate. This special bobblehead is a tribute to Wenatchee as the Apple Capital of the World.

Gesa Credit Union partners with the AppleSox on July 10 to honor America's heroes, with a Veterans' Day Salute to Service. Veterans receive free general admission tickets, while the local VFW and American Legion Post 10 will also have some tickets available for pick-up.

Make sure to be at the park Saturday, July 25, as the AppleSox celebrate head coach Mitch Darlington achieving 100 victories with the AppleSox. Darlington is only the second coach to ever accomplish the feat (Ed Knaggs, 2001-2014), and the fastest to ever do so. The AppleSox are giving 500 Mitch Darlington bobbleheads to lucky fans entering the gates early. This specialty bobblehead is made possible by Pepsi and Weinstein Beverage Company.

For the final series home series of the season, the AppleSox welcome in the Victoria Harbourcats Aug. 3-5, with two special game nights. Aug. 4 is the Munchen Haus Oktoberfest, bringing Bavarian flavor to the ballpark a bit early.

On Aug. 5, it's Hawaiian Night, with Sunny FM, Journey Travel and Tours, and the AppleSox putting on a special bowling contest for a chance to win a trip to Hawaii.

Don't forget about special AppleSox events this summer, as the AppleSox host the local MLB Pitch, Hit & Run camp from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Paul Thomas.

There will also be two kids' camps, where youth have a chance to receive instruction from the coaching staff and players. The 11 and under All-Skills youth Camp is 9 a.m. to noon June 29 and 30. The 11 and up All-Skills Youth Camp is from 9 a.m. to noon on July 13 and 14.

Single-game tickets go on sale April 15.

April 06, 2026

APPLESOX SNAG TWO NIGHTHAWKS FOR THE SUMMER

April 06, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

AppleSox snag two Nighthawks for the summer

From Northwest Nazarene University, the AppleSox are adding two new faces who each have a wide range of experience in college ball. Grayden Lucas and Max Paterson are each heading north for Wenatchee to suit up on the same squad yet again.

Whether it’s a redshirt freshman with an interesting quirk or a redshirt junior who batted 0.284 in JUCO, Wenatchee is getting a talented duo on the diamond.

So, let’s break down who these new additions are…

Grayden Lucas - LHP - Redshirt freshman

Watching Lucas pitch gives many baseball fans flashbacks to Jim Abbot. Why’s that? Well, much like Abbot, Lucas does not have a right hand.

In 2006, the now redshirt freshman from Nampa, Idaho, was born without his right appendage. However, it has not slowed him down for a moment.

He was the No. 7 overall player in Idaho as well as the No. 2 overall lefty pitcher in the state back in 2024. Fresh off the graduation stage, Lucas stayed close to home when he committed to Northwest Nazarene to play ball.

Although he did not play at all with the Nighthawks last year, he did get to work with the Sawtooth Sockeyes during the 2025 summer season.

With the Sockeyes, Lucas made 13 relief appearances, averaging 1 ⅔ innings per appearance. He also struck out 23 batters, walked 15, gave up 11 hits, and just seven earned runs.

Lucas reps a fastball that clocks in at 86 miles per hour and a four-pitch arsenal that clearly fooled college bats in the summer. The quartet of the fastball, curve, cutter, and changeup makes Lucas a versatile southpaw that may get Wenatchee out of jams this coming season.

With still half a season left with the Nighthawks, Lucas will be continuing to develop. He has already made double-digit appearances this year, with nearly 20 strikeouts to boot.

The crafty lefty is clearly a standout southpaw. The ‘Sox will no doubt benefit from the one-armed Idahoan when he inevitably drives north for the summer.

Max Paterson - OF - Redshirt junior

Accompanying Lucas on the drive from Nazarene is Paterson. Although he is older than Lucas by two years, Paterson is just joining the Nighthawks this season.

The redshirt junior from Bothell, Washington, played three years at Everett Community College before making the move to the Nighthawks. While with the Trojans, Paterson stood out in the field, at the dish and on the base paths.

Even though he missed his sophomore year, his two seasons of work gave him a career 0.384 average with 35 RBIs, 59 hits, 11 doubles, and three home runs. His redshirt-sophomore season was by far his most impressive, where Paterson batted 0.459 off of 43 hits, 29 RBIs, and eight doubles.

On top of that, Paterson posted a flawless fielding percentage in his Trojan tenure, recording no errors in 64 career games. Plus, he stole 14 career bags, with 13 of those coming just last year.

He posted these numbers after missing his sophomore year and playing in the same number of games as his freshman season. Essentially, Paterson is a guy who has both handled adversity and developed year-to-year.

Those are two qualities that make him an attractive pick-up for the ‘Sox this summer. With Wenatchee being his first stop in summer league baseball, it will be interesting to see how he fits in on the roster.

But, as a guy who mashed the baseball, locked down the outfield, and traversed the base paths, Paterson may be one of the funnest names to watch this summer in Wenatchee.

April 02, 2026

SAINT MARY'S LENDING THREE FIRST TIME APPLESOX TO WENATCHEE

April 02, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Saint Mary’s lending three first time AppleSox to Wenatchee

From Saint Mary’s College in California, the AppleSox are picking up a versatile trio of Gaels to bolster both the bullpen and the middle infield. Joseph Moreno, Vincent De Marco, and Micah Nicholson will all be spending their first-ever seasons of summer league baseball in Wenatchee with the Sox.

With one graduating high school this year, one getting his first-ever college reps this spring, and one with a year of D1 ball already under his belt, the Sox are getting a wide array of college experience from the Gaels in 2026.

So, let’s break down who these first-time AppleSox are…

Joseph Moreno - Freshman - LHP

After four years at South Hills High School in California, Moreno decided to make the six-hour drive north to Saint Mary’s College. The current freshman made his collegiate debut with the Gaels back on Feb. 13 when he spun two innings of scoreless baseball against Creighton University.

As a four-year varsity starter, Moreno proved why he is a D1 talent straight out of high school. A 0.95 ERA in his senior year, along with 68 strikeouts, helped him allow only seven earned runs in 12 appearances.

His career stats would be all the more impressive if it weren’t for a disappointing junior season where Moreno posted a comical 84.00 ERA in just one appearance. Despite that, a career 1.75 ERA in four years of varsity baseball is still impressive.

The southpaw helped lead the South Hill Huskies to a 21-8 record his senior year, accounting for four of those wins on the mound. Safe to say, the freshman lefty can deal from the rubber.

With no summer league experience under his belt, Moreno will be getting his first taste of the WCL in the Wenatchee Valley. As one of eight lefty pitchers, Moreno helps balance out this Sox bullpen, which features 30 faces from the right side.

Vincent De Marco - High school senior - RHP

Before he joins the Gaels next year, De Marco will be cutting his teeth up north with Wenatchee. The high school senior is currently at Woodbridge High School in California and has committed to Saint Mary’s for the 2027 season.

Glancing at hisjunior year numbers, you see why the Gaels scooped him up early. He posted a 0.21 ERA over 13 appearances and 111 strikeouts. No, that’s not a typo. De Marco punched out 111 batters in his junior year, averaging just shy of nine strikeouts a game.

Plus, opponents only batted 0.113 against him that year, tallying just 25 hits and two earned runs. Essentially, De Marco is next to untouchable at the 4A level in California.

How that transfers to the WCL is unknown. But the fact that he gave up no doubles, no triples, and no home runs last year speaks volumes to what kind of pitcher he is.

He limits quality contact while also wielding swing-and-miss stuff. That kind of arm is something that does not come around very often, making De Marco a top-tier arm to add to the Sox bullpen.

Micah Nicholson - Sophomore - INF/DH

While he may have been a pinch-hitter for much of his freshman year, Nicholson still made the most of the 30 at-bats that he got. A 0.333 average and 0.433 slugging is just a taste of how clutch he was as a bench bat for the Gaels.

Nicholson got his number called for the first time last year in a series against Vanderbilt, where he went 0-for-1. It was not until a series against San Diego State that the freshman got his first collegiate hit in a pinch-hitting situation.

After that, Nicholson ran with every shot he got. In 10 starts, he smashed seven hits, seven RBI’s, and one double. As a pinch-hitter, he managed three hits, one RBI, and two doubles.

While much of his playing time has been in the DH spot, Nicholson still has a stellar glove to complement the bat tool. In 11 games at second base, Nicholson only botched one play last year, giving him a 0.969 fielding percentage.

With a year on his resume, only one error, two multi-hit games, two multi-RBI games, 10 hits, and a 0.872 OPS, Nicholson is a young middle-infielder with versatile capabilities. While he still has room to grow, his ability to hit in the clutch and play the field makes him a useful tool for the Sox to lean on this summer.

March 30, 2026

From Strangers to Family: AppleSox Seek Host Families

March 30, 2026/ AppleSox Media

The Wenatchee AppleSox are less than two months away from starting their 26th season, and the club is looking for a few more host families to house players for the summer from late May through mid-August.

AppleSox players are enrolled in colleges across the country and will begin coming to the Wenatchee Valley in late May. Because the players are far from home, they stay with host parents for the two-and-a-half-month season.

"Host families are such an important part of the AppleSox experience," said AppleSox General Manager Allie Schank. "Between games, road trips, clinics, and community events, the players stay active, but the relationships they build with host families are something they remember long after the summer ends."

Hosting an AppleSox player is a unique opportunity to become part of the team. Though families and players meet as strangers, they become bonded through friendship as the season progresses.

"They're good kids," said longtime host parent Sharon Hogan, who hosts with her husband, Craig. "I remember when I was making my pitch to Craig, I told him 'baseball is life, let's help these kids out,' and it's been wonderful."

The Hogans mentioned they met families who traveled from Hawaii to see their kid play. Sharon said they made three different trips. First, the parents came, then the grandparents, then the whole family came.

"By the end of the summer, it was a big party," Sharon said. "We went over last spring to Hawaii and watched him play... and all the people who said 'you were his host family? Oh my goodness!' It was a wonderful experience."

Meanwhile, Tim and Fran Butterfield are entering their eighth year as a host family.

"There have been guys that come here that are amazing," Tim said. "It's very refreshing to see these young men come in, and they're focused, they're not getting in trouble, they're making something out of their life."

Like the Hogans, the Butterfields say they value the connections they make beyond extending a bed to players.

"We've been to school graduations, weddings, college graduations," Tim said. "We've traveled to multiple locations to go see these kids after the season ends."

Host parents receive many benefits for hosting an AppleSox player. They'll receive free season tickets, and kids or grandkids can register for the AppleSox kids camps for free. Host families also receive discounted membership options at the Wenatchee Racquet Athletic Club, usage of complimentary Mission Ridge passes, plus access to special events.

If you live in the Wenatchee Valley, have a spare room, and would be interested in hosting a player, call the team office at 509-665-6900 or email info@applesox.com.

March 30, 2026

WENATCHEE WELCOMES THREE MUSTANGS TO THE VALLEY

March 30, 2026/ AppleSox Media

Smith Slye - smith.slye@wsu.edu

Wenatchee welcomes three Mustangs to the Valley

For the 2026 summer season, the AppleSox are adding three members of the Cal Poly Mustangs to the roster. Gavin Spiridonoff, Kelley Crawford, and Sean McGrath will all be suiting up in Wenatchee for the ‘Sox this summer.

While one has yet to graduate high school, the other two have already gotten to work in their freshman year at Cal Poly. This makes all three young talents who could potentially shine under the Wenatchee sun.

So, let’s take a peek at who these Mustangs are…

Gavin Spirdonoff - Freshman - 2B

Out of Santa Margarita High School in California, the Sox are picking up a middle infielder who excels on both sides of the ball. Through 16 games played thus far at Cal Poly, the freshman second baseman is batting 0.267 and posting an OPS of 0.762. This is off 12 hits, four doubles, and one home run.

In the few games that Spirdonoff has played in, he has used his bat to make himself heard. On top of that, he has been stellar in the field, posting a 0.963 fielding percentage with one error.

Of course, you flashback to his high school days, and this does not surprise you. A 0.315 average and 0.922 OPS, paired with a Trinity League Gold Glove award, show just how impactful he is at the second base slot.

Plus, Spirdonoff is already familiar with summer ball. Last year, he spent the offseason with the Kelowna Falcons, a WCL opponent of the AppleSox.

In five games with the Falcons, Spirdonoff only batted 0.176 off of three hits, two of which were doubles.

With quite a bit of college experience under his belt, Spridonoff makes the Sox’s middle infield significantly deeper moving into 2026.

Kelley Crawford - High school senior - RHP

Fresh off the graduation stage, Crawford will be hitting the road to come north to Wenatchee. The current high school senior has committed to Cal Poly for the 2027 season and will be dipping his toes into the WCL before he gets his start.

His career with Junipero Serra High School in California shows just how effective the righty is on the mound. A career 2.16 ERA, 29 hits, and 50 strikeouts is just a taste of his impact from the rubber.

Currently, his fastball clocks in at 84 miles per hour, with his slider dropping down to 73. His fastball is not going to overpower many D1 bats, but that velocity dip may prove deadly against college hitters, especially in the WCL.

With Crawford being an incoming freshman, he will be using his summer stint in Wenatchee to get his bearings. The 2026 season could be a great chance for him to learn and develop with older college talent on the Sox.

Sean McGrath - Freshman - RHP

Like Spridonoff, McGrath has already gotten to work with the Mustangs in California. Through four appearances, the freshman right-hander has only thrown 7 ⅔ innings.

During that time, he has conceded 18 hits, 12 earned runs, and four walks. This has settled his ERA at 14.09 and given him an opponent batting average of 0.450.

His numbers thus far at Cal Poly would shock you if you peek back at his high school days. A career 0.99 ERA, coupled with 197 punchouts, shows just how lethal McGrath was at San Marin High School. His senior year was by far the most eye-catching, with a 0.30 ERA and 83 strikeouts.

For McGrath, the decision to commit to Cal Poly was an easy one.

“It is a great area with a great baseball program,” he said in a statement to Cal Poly Athletics.

As a standout high school arm, his time with the Mustangs will help sharpen his edge and get him in summer shape for the AppleSox. This will be McGrath’s first year playing summer baseball, and he has landed on a Sox squad that can benefit from his potential from the right side.

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