Drury baseball players Connor Bain and Jackson Crider received honors from the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) as part of the 2026 All-Midwest Region teams. Bain earned First-Team All-Midwest Region recognition after a standout season with a .406 batting average, 10 home runs, and a school-record 68 RBIs. Crider, securing his second consecutive All-Region selection, was named to the second team with a .395 batting average and 54 RBIs. The duo significantly contributed to Drury’s 32-21 record this season, helping the team secure a tie for third in the GLVC standings.

By the Numbers
  • Connor Bain: .406 batting average, 10 home runs, 68 RBIs in 52 games.
  • Jackson Crider: .395 batting average, 9 home runs, 54 RBIs in 53 games.
Yes, But

While both players excelled individually, the team finished the season with mixed results, indicating room for growth despite individual accolades.

State of Play
  • The Panthers concluded the season with a 32-21 overall record.
  • Drury finished tied for third place in the GLVC regular-season standings with a record of 22-10.
What's Next

Upcoming announcements include the All-America teams and Gold Glove selections, which could see Bain and Crider in contention for further honors based on their strong performances this season.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Bain and Crider underscores Drury's talent in baseball, yet also highlights the need for the team to elevate its performance in the upcoming seasons for greater success.