Ball State baseball has six alumni active in MLB as of June 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Six Ball State baseball alumni are currently playing in Major League Baseball, showcasing the program's strength. Ball State ranks among the top mid-major schools, tied for fifth nationally in MLB alumni, alongside UCLA and Oregon State. These players include Alex Call of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Zach Cole of the Houston Astros, among others. Each player has a unique journey from college to the majors, highlighting their development under head coach Rich Maloney. The group represents a significant achievement for Ball State baseball as they continue their professional careers.
- •Ball State has six active MLB players, highest for a Mid-American Conference school.
- •Alex Call is with the Los Angeles Dodgers and has played 41 games this season.
- •Zach Cole made his MLB debut with the Houston Astros in 2025.
- •Drey Jameson is currently with the Arizona Diamondbacks after Tommy John surgery.
- •Tyler Schweitzer is the most recent Ball State alum to debut in the MLB.
- 3:46 PMYahoo Sports — Meet the six Ball State baseball players in the MLB right now
"When it comes to putting players in MLB, there's no better mid-major team right now than Ball State baseball.
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