SIUE baseball stars Easton Harris and Ryan Niedzwiedz have earned All-Midwest Region honors from the American Baseball Coaches Association. Harris secured a first team selection while Niedzwiedz was named to the second team, marking the first All-Region recognitions for SIUE since 2023. The duo played pivotal roles in leading the Cougars to a school-record 33 wins and their first Ohio Valley Conference Championship. Harris topped the league with 12 saves, tying the program's single-season record, while Niedzwiedz set school records with 27 home runs and 69 RBIs.

By the Numbers
  • Easton Harris achieved 12 saves, ranking sixth in NCAA Division I.
  • Ryan Niedzwiedz hit 27 home runs, ranked seventh in NCAA and set a new SIUE single-season record.
  • Niedzwiedz's 69 RBIs also set a single-season record at SIUE and ranked 32nd in NCAA.
Yes, But

Despite the individual accolades, the team's future performance will depend on maintaining this level of play post-2026, raising questions about the sustainability of their recent success.

State of Play
  • Harris and Niedzwiedz are both significant contributors to SIUE's historic achievements this season.
  • The Cougars' current success sets a positive precedent for the future of the baseball program.
What's Next

The announcement of the ABCA/Rawlings All-America teams is expected on June 12, right before the College World Series, potentially leading to further recognition for Harris and Niedzwiedz.

Bottom Line

The success of Harris and Niedzwiedz not only underscores their individual talents but also highlights the potential of the SIUE baseball program as they aim to build on this historic season.