Horizon League Reliever of the Year with two-way upside
Kuhnke enters 2026 as a **junior pitcher/third baseman** for Milwaukee and was named the Horizon League’s **Reliever of the Year**, a strong signal that his arm already plays in high-leverage spots. In 2026, D1Baseball lists him at **4-1 with a 3.38 ERA and 33 strikeouts**, while his 6'2", 210-pound frame and right-handed power profile suggest a sturdy, physical fit on the mound. His standout differentiator is late-inning trust: he’s not just a roster piece, he’s a leverage arm with proven conference recognition and some two-way value.
