Cade Marquardt   18 | Catcher

Marquardt was a deadline day acquisition for Evansville as they make a push for the playoffs in 2026.  He spent the first part of 2026 on his first professional contract with the Sioux City Explorers in the American Association, hitting .220 in 17 games. He also spent his collegiate career in Sioux City as well with Briar Cliff from 2024-26. He was the GPAC Player of the Year this season after hitting .452 with 10 HR and 55 RBI in 48 games. He hit .353 in 2025 with Briar Cliff and just under .300 in 2024 after spending his first two collegiate seasons with Itasca Community College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.