BATAVIA ANNOUNCE FIVE NEWEST SIGNINGS FOR THE 2025 ROSTER.

Batavia, NY- The Batavia Muckdogs are excited to announce their next five signings of the 2025 season. 2024 Returner RHP – Reed Marcum, OF -Sean Mindas, RHP – Ethan Papacek, 1B – James Quintero & 1B -Rochester NY Natiave Braedon Reina join the Dogs this summer at Dwyer stadium.

Reed Marcum is a 6’4 sophomore right-handed pitcher at Lindsey Wilson College, originally from London, KY. Standing tall on the mound, Reed has logged 37.1 innings so far in his college career, gaining valuable experience and continuing to develop his game.

            Sean Mindas is a 5’10 junior outfielder at Keystone College, originally from Toms River, NJ. A steady contributor at the plate, Sean is hitting .261 this season and recently celebrated a milestone by hitting his first collegiate home run.

Ethan Papacek is a 6’2 sophomore attending Lansing Community College. Originating out of Stony Creek, MI, Papacek transferred from Sacred Heart University to Lansing Community College before the 2025 season. Papacek has excelled on the mound in Lansing, pitching to a miniscule 1.29ERA over 14 innings pitched, giving up just two hits.

James Quintero is a 6’1 freshman first baseman from Northridge, CA studying at Pitzer College. Quintero recorded his first career collegiate hit for the Pomona Pitzer Sagehens on March 28, 2025. At his alma mater, Bishop Alemany High School, Quintero posted a stellar .325 batting average.

Braedon Reina is a 6’2 freshman infielder from Rochester, NY. An attendee of Monroe Community College, Reina has been a force at the plate in his first collegiate season with a .403 average and 1.183OPS through 20 games.

            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