Western Carolina senior Jonathan Todd has been named to the 2024 National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List. He is among 59 relief pitchers nationwide and one of three representing the Southern Conference. Todd's impressive performance includes a 3.16 seasonal earned run average, a 1-1 overall record, and a team-best six saves, tied for the second-most in the SoCon. He has limited opponents to just a .172 batting average and ranks second on the WCU squad with 38 strikeouts.

By the Numbers
  • Todd has a 3.16 seasonal earned run average over 17 combined appearances with one start.
  • He has a team-best six saves, tied for the second-most in the SoCon.
  • Opponents have been limited to just a .172 batting average against him, the lowest on the Catamount pitching staff.
  • Todd ranks second on the WCU squad with 38 strikeouts, averaging 13.3 Ks per nine innings.
Yes, But

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State of Play
  • Jonathan Todd and two other relievers from the Southern Conference have been named to the NCBWA Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List.
  • The Stopper of the Year Award winner will be revealed on Friday, June 14, at the College World Series in Omaha, Neb.
  • Western Carolina (21-17, 6-6 SoCon) will play against the Wofford Terriers (27-11, 7-4 SoCon) in a three-game league set this weekend.
What's Next

Jonathan Todd and other relief pitchers will continue their performance as the season progresses, with the Stopper of the Year Award winner being revealed in June.

Bottom Line

Jonathan Todd's exceptional performance has garnered him recognition on the NCBWA Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List, showcasing his valuable contribution to Western Carolina's baseball team.