Sam Flores has been Purdue’s clutch-mashing spark plug at third base
In the 2026 season, Sam Flores emerged as one of Purdue’s most dangerous bats, earning All-Big Ten second-team honors and serving as the Boilermakers’ top run producer while starting every game at third base. He finished the year with 11 home runs, 16 doubles, 53 RBI, and a .462 average with runners in scoring position, which screams “pressure hitter” more than empty stat line. The fit is obvious for teams craving a physical, middle-of-the-order infielder who brings juice, consistency, and big-moment confidence.
