Week Four: Players of the Week

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Week Four: Players of the Week

Texarkana’s Drew Markle and Joplin’s Easton Reen Earn Mid-America League Weekly Honors

The Mid-America League has named its Hitter and Pitcher of the Week, spotlighting standout performances that helped propel their teams on the field. This week’s honors go to Drew Markle of the Texarkana Rhinos and Easton Reen of the Joplin Outlaws.

Pitcher of the Week: Drew Markle

Team: Texarkana Rhinos

Hometown: Katy, TX

College: Louisiana Lafayette

Markle was a force at the plate, posting a stellar .428 batting average while racking up 6 hits, 6 runs scored, and 9 RBIs across the week. The Katy, TX native’s performance included 2 doubles and an impressive 1.230 OPS, delivering timely offense to spark the Rhinos’ lineup.

Hitter of the Week: Easton Reen

Team: Joplin Outlaws

Hometown: Pittsburg, KS

College: Coffeyville CC

Reen turned in a dominant start on the mound for the Outlaws, tossing 6 shutout innings with 9 strikeouts, 3 walks, and allowing just 3 hits. The Coffeyville CC pitcher from Pittsburg, KS, notched a perfect 0.00 ERA, anchoring Joplin’s rotation with poise and precision.

Both players showcased elite talent and played pivotal roles for their teams, earning well-deserved recognition in this week’s Mid-America League honors.

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Founded in 2024, the Mid-America League is a collegiate summer baseball league committed to delivering high-quality, community-focused baseball. Featuring top-tier college talent from across the country, the league provides players with the opportunity to compete in a professional-style environment while remaining connected to the communities they represent.