Big arm, freshman grit, and a fast track to Purdue’s mound
In the 2026 season, Purdue freshman RHP Noah Filer has flashed swing-and-miss upside and multi-inning bullpen value, including a three-inning save against Marist and a strong relief outing at Valparaiso, though his season numbers were uneven overall. He entered Purdue with legit pedigree—Minnesota Mr. Baseball finalist, a 0.87 ERA, and 67 strikeouts in 47 high-school innings—so the appeal is clear: live arm, starter traits, and competitiveness. He looks like a good fit for teams that value upside and development over instant polish.
