Pit Spitters 2025 Roster is Here!
Michigan Talent, Powerhouse Programs, and Key Returners Set the Stage for Summer Baseball in Traverse City
Traverse City, MI, May 21, 2025 – The Traverse City Pit Spitters have unveiled their 2025 roster, featuring an exciting mix of returning fan favorites, top prospects from powerhouse Division I programs, and some of the most promising talent from across the state of Michigan and beyond.
“We’ve built a roster with a strong foundation of local talent and a ton of upside,” said Pit Spitters Field Manager, Todd Reid. “We’ve seen time and again how summers in Traverse City help players take the next step, whether that’s a standout college season or a shot at pro ball. With the continued success of former Spitters like Luke Little, Chad Patrick, and Tommy Troy, there’s no doubt that fans at Turtle Creek Stadium could be watching the next big names in Major League Baseball.”
The 2025 roster showcases athletes from the Big Ten, ACC, MAC, and beyond, as well as NAIA and NJCAA standouts. This season’s roster is listed below by position:
Returning Players:
- Logan Pikur – RHP – Michigan State University
- Mason Hill – RHP – Davenport University
- Dominic Mauro – RHP – Northwood University
- Cole Prout – OF – Central Michigan University
- Brett Rozman – UTL – Central Arizona College
- Aaron Piasecki – IF – Central Michigan University
- Alfredo Velazquez – OF – University of Michigan
- Charlie Wolfe – RHP – Princeton University
- Josh Klug- RHP – Michigan State University
- Mitch Grannan – RHP – Maryville College
- Grant Garman – LHP – Oakland University
- Easton Johnston – IF – Nebraska Wesleyan University
- Jake Brown – RHP – Central Michigan University
Notable Division I Programs Represented:
- Michigan State University
- University of Michigan
- Georgia Tech
- Dallas Baptist University
- Central Michigan University
- Western Michigan University
- Wofford College
- University of Toledo
- Butler University
- University of Missouri
- Princeton University
Rising Stars from Across the Country:
- Brooks Sartain – Dallas Baptist University
- Nathanael Coupet – Georgia Tech
- Grady Mee – Western Michigan University
- Caleb Kidd – Kellogg Community College
- Grady Mee – Central Michigan University
- Cade Collins – Wofford College
- Adam Broskie – Michigan State University
- Brandon Sanchez – Northern Colorado University
- Adam McKelvey – Georgia Tech
- Cooper McMullen – Georgia Tech
The Pit Spitters also welcome an exciting group of newcomers, including Traverse City native, Jack Griffiths (Butler University) and promising underclassmen from elite conferences, ready to make an impact this summer.
“The team we’re bringing in this year has the right combination of experience, talent, and energy,” said General Manager, Jacqueline Holm. “With strong returning leadership and a ton of new skill, we’re confident this roster will compete for a Northwoods League Championship and give our fans a summer full of unforgettable baseball.”
Since launching in 2019, the Pit Spitters have quickly established themselves as one of the premier summer collegiate teams in the country, capturing Northwoods League titles in both 2019 and 2021.
The Pit Spitters kick off their 2025 campaign at home on Friday, May 30th, against the Kalamazoo Growlers. Get ready to welcome back your favorite players, enjoy some great food and fireworks on Opening Night. Season tickets, group outings, and individual game tickets are available now. For schedules, promotions, and more information, visit www.PitSpitters.com or call (231) 943-0100.
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About the Traverse City Pit Spitters: The Traverse City Pit Spitters are members of the Northwoods League playing their inaugural season of baseball in Traverse City in 2019. Since 2019, the Pit Spitters have won two Northwoods League Championships and delivered their unique brand of FUN to hundreds of thousands of fans. The Pit Spitters share Managing Partners and principal ownership with the West Michigan Whitecaps, the High-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, based in Comstock Park, Michigan. Pit Spitters home games are played in Traverse City’s favorite multi-purpose outdoor entertainment venue, Turtle Creek Stadium. For more information visit https://northwoodsleague.com/traverse-city-pit-spitters/ or contact (231) 943 0100 or email info@pitspitters.com.
The Pit Spitters Are Going Cashless: Starting in 2025, Turtle Creek Stadium will transition to a fully cashless operation to enhance fan safety, streamline transactions, and improve efficiency. All purchases, including tickets, concessions, and merchandise, will require contactless payments. Fans needing to convert cash can do so at designated locations. This move ensures a smoother, more convenient game-day experience for all. Read more here.
About the Northwoods League: The Northwoods League is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. Entering its’ 32nd season, the Northwoods League is the largest organized baseball league in history with 24 teams, drawing significantly more fans, in a friendly ballpark experience, than any league of its kind. A valuable training ground for coaches, umpires, and front office staff, nearly 2400 NWL alums have been drafted and over 380 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball, including three-time All-Star and 2016 Roberto Clemente Award winner Curtis Granderson, three-time Cy Young Award winner and two-time World Series Champion Max Scherzer (TOR), two-time World Series Champions Ben Zobrist and Brandon Crawford and World Series Champion and Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale (ATL). As well as 2019 Rookie of the Year and 2019/2021 Home Run Derby Champion Pete Alonso (NYM) and 2023 World Series Champion, MLB All-Star, MLB Gold Glove, two-time Silver Slugger winner and two-time All-MLB first team shortstop Marcus Semien (TEX). League games are viewable live on Northwoods League+ (at watch.northwoodsleague.com), ESPN+, and the Northwoods League Network.
