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Colton Bower returns to Washington Huskies for 2027 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Colton Bower returns to Washington Huskies for 2027 season
Summary

Colton Bower has announced his return to the Washington Huskies baseball team for the 2027 season. The catcher and designated hitter bolstered his reputation by posting a.311 batting average and 12 home runs during a strong junior season. His standout moment came with a three-home run game against Indiana, earning him Big Ten Player of the Week honors. With another key player entering the transfer portal, Bower is poised to be a central figure in the Huskies' lineup next year, following a successful season where he helped lead the team to an upset win over top-ranked UCLA.

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  • •Colton Bower returns for his senior year at Washington.
  • •Bower had a.311 batting average and 12 home runs last season.
  • •He was named Big Ten Player of the Week after a three-home run game.
  • •Was instrumental in an upset win over UCLA, going 3-for-4 with two homers.
  • •Another key player is in the transfer portal, increasing Bower's role.
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  • 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Washington baseball standout set to return for 2027 season
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Coach Eddie Smith and the Washington Huskies will have one of their centerpieces back in the lineup for the 2027 season.

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