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Players recognized included Anthony Martinez (Bradley University), Jackson Niederwerder (Charleston Southern University), and Brock Adamson (Missouri State University).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Martinez was a big part of the Express offense this season, hitting .328 with 57 hits, 15 doubles, eight home runs and 33 RBI in 50 games. He finished the season with a 1.008 OPS, highlighting his impact at the plate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Niederwerder was a key piece of the Express pitching staff throughout the 2026 season, finishing with a 5-1 record and a 1.82 ERA in 14 appearances. In 29.2 innings, he struck out 39 batters while allowing just six earned runs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Adamson provided a consistent presence on the mound for the Express, posting a 3-0 record and a 2.08 ERA across 21 appearances. He recorded 41 strikeouts in 30.1 innings while allowing just seven earned runs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eau Claire Express Manager Dale Varsho was named 2026 Manager of the Year after leading the Express to a Northwoods League- best 46-22 record.\u00a0 Varsho guided the Express to the Second Half Championship in the Great Plains East Division, helping Eau Claire finish the regular season with the best overall record in the league.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 2026 Manager of the Year honor marks Varsho\u2019s second time receiving the recognition, previously earning the award in 2010 when he led the team to the franchise\u2019s first Northwoods League Championship. 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