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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – SIUE junior first baseman Ryan Niedzwiedz (North Aurora, Illinois) was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the 15th round of the Major League Baseball draft Sunday afternoon. He was chosen with the 434th overall pick. The 2026 Ohio Valley Conference co-Player of the Year and an All-Midwest Region selection by the American Baseball Coaches Association, Niedzwiedz is the first SIUE player drafted since the Cougars had two draft picks in 2023. “I’m incredibly excited for Ryan and this opportunity to continue his baseball career with the Colorado Rockies organization,” SIUE Head Coach Sean Lyons said. “He’s earned…