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He’s a baseball player best known for playing as a catcher, and his journey in professional baseball took a big step forward when he was signed by the Detroit Tigers in 2019. Before that moment of fame, though, his path began earlier—back in 2016, right after high school, when he was recruited by the Cincinnati Reds. It wasn’t just his talent on the field that shaped him; life off the diamond had a deep impact too. He lost his sister Sophie to leukemia, a heartbreaking event that stayed with him. To honor her memory, he got a tattoo of her on his wrist—a permanent tribute that reminds him of where he came from and who he’s playing for. Throughout it all, he’s carried her spirit with him, staying grounded even as his career with the Tigers moved forward.
He ended up going to the University of Mississippi, where he really made a name for himself. While there, he played for Ole Miss, and that’s where people started to take notice. His time at the University of Mississippi was definitely a turning point, especially with his performance on the field for Ole Miss. It was clear early on that he had what it takes, and being part of Ole Miss gave him the platform to shine. The University of Mississippi experience shaped him in more ways than one, both as an athlete and as a person.
