January 21, 2025

Official Welland Jackfish News Release

WELLAND - The Welland Jackfish have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Ben Abram for the upcoming 2025 season.

Abram, 24, returns to The Pond for his third season with the Fish following back-to-back standout campaigns. In 2024, he recorded a 2.41 ERA with a 10-2 record, 84 strikeouts and 19 walks. Named to the All-IBL Second Team All-Stars, he led the IBL in wins.

Abram joined the Jackfish following five years in Oklahoma, split between the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. In five seasons in the Big 12 Conference, Abram recorded a career 5.69 ERA with a 17-8 record while striking out 189 and walking 60.

Before heading to the Big 12, Abram was selected by the San Diego Padres in the 37th round of the 2018 MLB June Amateur Draft from Georgetown District High School.

The Jackfish return to The Pond on Saturday, May 17th as they take on the Barrie Baycats.