Fifteen Players Return With One New Arrival
JOLIET, IL – The Joliet Slammers have exercised contract options on 13 players as the organization continues to build its roster ahead of the 2026 season.
The group of returning players features a balance of pitching and position players, providing the Slammers with a strong foundation as preparations begin for the upcoming season.
Pitchers: Aidan McAvoy, Andrew Guardino, Chase Hopewell, C.J. Blowers, Eddie Kaftan, Gunnar Kines, Mychal Grogan, Ryan Daly, Ty Rybarczyk
Infielders: Braylin Marine, Ian Battipaglia
Outfielders: Blake Berry, Liam McArthur
Over the last couple of months the Slammers have re-signed catcher Brandon Heidal and RHP Greyson Linderman. They are also excited to welcome RHP Austin Baugh to the 2026 roster.
With a core group secured for 2026, the Slammers will continue shaping the roster in the coming months, with additional player announcements to be made as the offseason progresses.
To view the full 2026 schedule, information on ticket packages, and more, visit www.jolietslammers.com or call 815-722-2287 today! We can’t wait to see you.
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The Joliet Slammers play in downtown Joliet, Illinois, and are members of the professional, independent Frontier League. The Frontier League is the largest MLB Partner League with 18 teams spanning from the Mississippi River to the East Coast. Visit the Slammers online at www.jolietslammers.com or call the ticket office at 815-722-2287 for more information! Don’t forget to “Like” the Slammers on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jolietslammers, follow them on Instagram at @jolietslammersofficial or follow them on Twitter at @jolietslammers!
