Joliet Slammers Sign Trio of Players Ahead of Upcoming Season

2026 Roster Building Continues In Joliet

JOLIET, IL – The Joliet Slammers are excited to announce the signing of catcher Billy Sullivan and outfielders Jared Zimbardo and Josh Phillips ahead of the 2026 season.

Billy Sullivan comes to the Slammers following his season in the MLB Draft League, bringing experience against high-level competition. He posted a .975 fielding percentage while providing reliability behind the plate.

Jared Zimbardo joins the Slammers from the University of Notre Dame, where he competed at the Division I level, posting a .296 batting average. Zimbardo adds depth to the outfield with his athleticism and defensive ability.

Josh Phillips is known for his combination of strength and speed, as shown throughout his college career at Chapman University. Phillips completed his 2025 season at Chapman with 13 home runs and 11 stolen bases over 39 games.

This trio of signings is just the start of the Slammers’ 2026 roster as the team continues to prepare for the upcoming season.

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!

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