Aschenbeck named 2024 NCBWA Stopper of the Year

OMAHA, Nebraska (KBTX) - Texas A&M pitcher Evan Aschenbeck was named the Stopper of the Year by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association on Friday morning at a Press Conference at Charles Schwab Field.

The Stopper of the Year Award is given annually to the top relief pitcher in NCAA Division I Baseball. The NCBWA started giving the award in 2005.

Aschenbeck leads the nation with a 1.66 ERA. He’s appeared in 28 games and has a 6-1 record with 9 saves. In 65.0 innings pitches this season, the Brenham native has 72 strikeouts, giving up 8 walks.

This marks the first time an Aggie has received Stopper of the Year honors.

Aschenbeck and the Aggies continue their chase for a national championship as they take on Florida in their College World Series opener Saturday at 6:00 p.m.