Ben Rabatin is Kent State’s sneaky-valuable righty trending up in 2026
Rabatin has turned into a legitimate rotation/bullpen weapon for Kent State in the 2026 season, highlighted by a 7-2 record, a seven-inning shutout gem on Senior Day, and multiple outings with big strikeout totals, including a 10-K start against Bowling Green.[1][3][15] At 6-foot, 190 pounds, the redshirt sophomore gives off durable, low-drama starter energy: he attacks the zone, competes deep enough to matter, and has already shown he can handle pressure without blinking, even if the ERA has wobbled at times.[1][4][14] He also pairs solid on-field production with strong academic standing, which is exactly the kind of steady, coach-friendly profile that makes a team say, ‘Yes, please.’[9]
