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February 10, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters have signed left-handed pitcher Luke Baker and outfielders Jon Ponder & Casey Sorg.
Luke Baker, a native of Gainesville, FL, joins the Otters for his second push at pro ball. Baker signed with the Gastonia Ghost Peppers (Atlantic League) on May 24 last season but pitched just three games before hitting the Injured List on May 30. He would not see action again in 2025.
Prior to Gastonia, Baker played the summer of 2024 with the Williamsport Crosscutters of the MLB Draft League, p... Full Story
February 5, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the re-signings of infielder Dennis Pierce and right-handed pitcher Nick McAuliffe.
Dennis Pierce, a hard-hitting corner infielder from Quakertown, PA, is back in Evansville for his sophomore professional season. After signing with the Otters on June 10, Pierce grabbed hits in five of his first seven professional games. He finished the season with a .286 average, with 70 hits, 10 doubles, two triples, 39 RBI and a team-high 17 home runs.
Pierce kicked off... Full Story
January 7, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the hiring of Trevor Lakins as the ninth General Manager in team history.
"We are thrilled to have Trevor as General Manager of the Otters," Otters Team President John Stanley said. "Trevor's experience in baseball management, his love of the game, and his overall enthusiasm will make him a popular and effective leader."
Lakins, a native of Knoxville, Tenn., joins the Otters after spending nearly a decade in different baseball front offices across the cou... Full Story
December 9, 2025 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the promotion of Jackson Pullen and hiring of new staff members Dan Kluesner, Nick McLean and Quinton Watt.
Jackson Pullen enters his fourth season with the Otters in 2026, now as the team's Assistant General Manager. After serving as a Group Sales intern in 2023, Jackson was elevated to full-time status during the 2023-24 offseason as the Director of Group Sales.
"Jackson has taken on numerous responsibilities since being with the Otters and is a great t... Full Story
The Evansville Otters are an independent minor league baseball team. Based in Evansville, Indiana, they are a member of the Frontier League.
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Trio of Fresh Faces Added to 2026 Otters
February 10, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters have signed left-handed pitcher Luke Baker and outfielders Jon Ponder & Casey Sorg.
Luke Baker, a native of Gainesville, FL, joins the Otters for his second push at pro ball. Baker signed with the Gastonia Ghost Peppers (Atlantic League) on May 24 last season but pitched just three games before hitting the Injured List on May 30. He would not see action again in 2025.
Prior to Gastonia, Baker played the summer of 2024 with the Williamsport Crosscutters of the MLB Draft League, p... Full StoryMore Evansville Otters stories below
Returning Duo Added to 2026 Squad
February 5, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the re-signings of infielder Dennis Pierce and right-handed pitcher Nick McAuliffe.
Dennis Pierce, a hard-hitting corner infielder from Quakertown, PA, is back in Evansville for his sophomore professional season. After signing with the Otters on June 10, Pierce grabbed hits in five of his first seven professional games. He finished the season with a .286 average, with 70 hits, 10 doubles, two triples, 39 RBI and a team-high 17 home runs.
Pierce kicked off... Full StoryOtters Hire Trevor Lakins as New General Manager
January 7, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the hiring of Trevor Lakins as the ninth General Manager in team history.
"We are thrilled to have Trevor as General Manager of the Otters," Otters Team President John Stanley said. "Trevor's experience in baseball management, his love of the game, and his overall enthusiasm will make him a popular and effective leader."
Lakins, a native of Knoxville, Tenn., joins the Otters after spending nearly a decade in different baseball front offices across the cou... Full StoryOtters Announce 2026 Front Office Promotions and Additions
December 9, 2025 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the promotion of Jackson Pullen and hiring of new staff members Dan Kluesner, Nick McLean and Quinton Watt.
Jackson Pullen enters his fourth season with the Otters in 2026, now as the team's Assistant General Manager. After serving as a Group Sales intern in 2023, Jackson was elevated to full-time status during the 2023-24 offseason as the Director of Group Sales.
"Jackson has taken on numerous responsibilities since being with the Otters and is a great t... Full StoryEvansville Otters News
- Trio of Fresh Faces Added to 2026 Otters - February 10, 2026
- Returning Duo Added to 2026 Squad - February 5, 2026
- Otters Hire Trevor Lakins as New General Manager - January 7, 2026
- Otters Announce 2026 Front Office Promotions and Additions - December 9, 2025
- Otters, Frontier League Reveal 2026 Schedule - October 6, 2025
- Otters Finish 2025 with a Win over Grizzlies - August 31, 2025
- Early Innings Doom Otters in Final Saturday Game - August 30, 2025
- Taylor Has Big Night But Otters Fall in Opener - August 29, 2025
- Scott Delivers Another Gem in Final Start of 2025 - August 28, 2025
- LJ Jones Named 2025 Fran Riordan Citizenship Award Recipient - August 28, 2025
- Otters Strike 11 Y'alls out But Fall Short in Middle Game - August 27, 2025
- Otters Hit Four Home Runs in Series Opening Victory - August 26, 2025
- Felix Homers Twice as Otters Take Series - August 24, 2025
- Otters Rally in Eighth But Can't Complete Comeback - August 23, 2025
- Otters Tie Franchise Win Streak as Scott Breaks K Record - August 22, 2025
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League: Frontier LeagueHome: Evansville, Indiana
Class: Independent
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| Sun., Aug 31 | W | Evansville 12 at Gateway 4 | Final |
| Sat., Aug 30 | L | Evansville 6 at Gateway 11 | Final |
| Fri., Aug 29 | L | Evansville 3 at Gateway 8 | Final |
| Thu., Aug 28 | W | Florence 3 at Evansville 5 | Final |
| Wed., Aug 27 | L | Florence 4 at Evansville 2 | Final |
| Tue., Aug 26 | W | Florence 5 at Evansville 10 | Final |
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