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Batavia, NY- The Batavia Muckdogs are excited to announce their next five signings of the 2025 season. Batavia will welcome back two returners, two western New Yorkers, and a new face this summer. 2024 Returners RHP \u2013 Garret Beaver and C\/OF -Cooper Romich, Batavia Native, RHP \u2013 Jaden Sherwood, North Tonawanda Native, LHP \u2013 Jake Szlis & RHP -Cole Taylor join the Dogs this summer at Dwyer stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Garrett Beaver returns to the Muckdogs for his third season, bringing veteran leadership and a dominant presence on the mound. The 6\u20193 right-handed pitcher from Waynesboro PA, is currently a junior at Salisbury University. Over the past two summers with Batavia, Beaver posted an outstanding 1.075 ERA. During the 2024 season with the Sea Gulls, he earned All-C2C Honorable mention, finishing 3rd in saves, and ranking 10th in both strikeouts and wins.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Cooper Romich returns for his second season with the Muckdogs after a strong summer showing in 2024. A versatile catcher and outfielder, the 5\u201910 sophomore from North Chili, NY is currently playing at Le Moyne. Last summer, Romich appeared in 40 games with Batavia, posting a solid .276 batting average and driving in 34 runs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Jaden Sherwood is a 6\u20190 right-handed pitcher from Monroe Community College. A native of Batavia, New York, Sherwood comes home for his first season with the Muckdogs this summer. Sherwood has struck out 15 batters in 14 innings this season with the Monroe Tribunes, showcasing his excellent abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Jake Szlis is a 6\u20195 left-handed pitcher from Alfred State University. From North Tonawanda, NY, Szlis was dominant for the North Tonawanda High School Lumberjacks, pitching to a miniscule 1.04 ERA over 67.1 innings, striking out 99 batters.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Cole Taylor is a 5\u201911 freshman right-handed pitcher from Spring Hill, TN. A student at Columbia State Community College, Taylor is yet to allow a run this season. He recorded his first career collegiate hit and RBI on February 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opening Day is Saturday May 31st at 6:30 PM vs the Elmira Pioneers with free post-game fireworks. If you are someone you know has interest in sponsoring the Muckdogs, season ticket information, hosting a group event or picnic please contact General Manager Marc Witt (mwitt.canusa@gmail.com). The Muckdogs full schedule is available online at www.canusamuckdogs.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Press release Batavia, NY- The Batavia Muckdogs are excited to announce their next five signings of the 2025 season. Batavia will welcome back two returners, two western New Yorkers, and a new face this summer. 2024 Returners RHP \u2013 Garret Beaver and C\/OF -Cooper Romich, Batavia Native, RHP \u2013 Jaden \u2026<\/p>\n

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