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Caden Bodine, a standout catcher from Coastal Carolina University, has been selected 30th overall in the MLB Draft by the Baltimore Orioles. His impressive season includes accolades such as the Johnny Bench Award and Gold Glove Award, showcasing his exceptional skills behind the plate. Bodine’s contributions helped lead Coastal Carolina to significant conference victories, and he is now also featured as a playable character in MLB The Show. His journey from collegiate baseball to the professional level inspires aspiring athletes nationwide.
Conway, SC – Caden Bodine, a notable catcher from Coastal Carolina University, has been recognized as one of the top collegiate players in the U.S. after being selected as the 30th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft by the Baltimore Orioles. Bodine’s impressive performance on the field has not only earned him this selection but also a spot as a playable character in Sony’s popular video game MLB The Show, thanks to a recent content update that features newly drafted players.
Bodine’s in-game characteristics highlight his skills, showcasing a strength rating of 79, accuracy of 92, a reaction score of 88, and a blocking ability of 91. Among the 219 catchers available in the game, he ranks 10th overall, reflecting his exemplary abilities at the position.
His accomplishments this past season include winning the prestigious 2025 Johnny Bench Award, which honors the best NCAA Division I catcher. Caden Bodine also received the Gold Glove Award for his exceptional defensive play and was honored with the Buster Posey Award. He was selected for four All-America teams, including the College Baseball Foundation, D1Baseball, Perfect Game, and NCBWA.
Bodine played an influential role in Coastal Carolina’s success over the season, starting 67 games, predominantly as a catcher, with one game as designated hitter. His leadership guided a pitching staff that ranked second nationally in both earned run average (ERA) and walks plus hits per inning pitched (WHIP). At the plate, he maintained a batting average of .318 over the season, which included a team-leading on-base percentage of .454 and a total of 47 walks. Bodine also displayed remarkable power with 24 extra-base hits and drove in a total of 42 runs with a slugging percentage of .461.
Defensively, Bodine demonstrated his skills by throwing out 19 would-be base stealers out of 44 attempts, tying Coastal Carolina’s all-time record for caught stealing at 46 runners. He finished the season with a stellar fielding percentage of .998, proving his remarkable capabilities behind the plate.
His contributions were vital as he helped lead Coastal Carolina to both the Sun Belt Conference Regular Season and Tournament Championship. Bodine was named the Most Outstanding Player at the Sun Belt Tournament and earned All-Tournament Team honors. He also received recognition at the NCAA Conway Regional, wherein the team advanced to the Super Regionals for the first time since 2016.
Coastal Carolina’s overall performance was historically significant, achieving a record-setting total of 56 wins throughout the season. The team also enjoyed a remarkable 26-game winning streak during the latter part of the season, marking one of the longest streaks seen in Division I baseball within the past five years. Their success culminated in a thrilling run to the finals of the College World Series.
Caden Bodine’s achievements embody not only his individual talent but also reflect the strength and capability of the Coastal Carolina baseball program, which continues to gain recognition on both national and collegiate levels. His journey from the collegiate diamond to the professional stage serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the nation.
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Additional Resources
- GCC Sports: Bodine Named Finalist for Buster Posey Award
- WBTW: Caden Bodine Selected 30th Overall by the Orioles
- GCC Sports: Bodine, Flukey, Morrison Earn D1 Baseball Recognition
- Wikipedia: MLB Draft
- WMBF News: Caden Bodine Wins Buster Posey Award
- Google Search: Caden Bodine
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