Braden Burress is ECU’s high-contact, high-energy table-setter
In the 2026 season, Braden Burress has hit .361 with 90 hits, 12 doubles, 4 home runs and a .445 on-base percentage for East Carolina, continuing the breakout he flashed in 2025 when he led the Pirates with a .389 average and 82 hits. He stands out for his bat-to-ball skills, strike-zone control and speed, plus he brings real nuisance value on the bases and in the field with INF/OF versatility. If you want an everyday spark plug who can hit at the top, pressure defenses and keep the inning alive, he’s a very good fit.
