Nine former UAB Blazers are currently playing in professional baseball, highlighting their progression since their collegiate careers. Among them, four players from the 2025 roster have made notable strides, with varying levels of success across different leagues, including the MLB and minor leagues. Each player is contributing to their teams with impressive stats, showing their development and potential for future growth in the sport.

By the Numbers
  • Graham Ashcraft (RHP, Cincinnati Reds): 1-1 record, 3.33 ERA, 32 strikeouts in 27.0 IP.
  • Brewer Hicklen (OF, Gwinnett Stripers): .316 AVG, 21 stolen bases, 46 runs scored in AAA.
  • Garrett Whitlock (RHP, Boston Red Sox): 4-1 record, 2.91 ERA, 27 strikeouts in 21.2 IP.
State of Play
  • Graham Ashcraft has recorded three consecutive scoreless outings for the Reds.
  • Brewer Hicklen ranks sixth in MiLB for runs scored and has been promoted to the 40-man roster.
  • Tyler Tolbert has been effective with multiple runs scored after his solid performances.
What's Next

As the season progresses, these players are expected to continue developing their skills and potentially earn further promotions within their organizations. Consistency in performance will be crucial for them to advance in their respective leagues, especially for players like Hicklen and Ashcraft, who are making strong cases for higher-level play.

Bottom Line

The success of these former Blazers in professional baseball underscores the effectiveness of the UAB program in cultivating talent capable of competing at high levels, with a potentially bright future ahead for these athletes.