Bradley University has a proud tradition of producing standout baseball talent, with dozens of Braves going on to play professionally, including in Major League Baseball. From Hall of Famers to recent draft picks and current big-leaguers, these alumni represent the program’s long-standing commitment to excellence, development, and success at the highest levels of the game. Below is a chronological list of Bradley players who have gone on to play professionally — from the newest draft selections to historic MLB standouts.
Kirby Puckett
Mike Shouse
Mike Tauchman
Rob Schahill
Mike Dunne
Lee Handley
Bryan Rekar
2020s
Mike Tauchman – 2017–2024 (Rockies, Yankees, Giants, Cubs)
Rob Scahill – 2012–2018 (Rockies, Pirates, Brewers, White Sox)
Brooks Gosswein – Drafted 2021, 4th Rd (White Sox)
Theo Denlinger – Drafted 2021, 7th Rd (White Sox)
Jacob Kisting – Drafted 2024, 14th Rd (Twins)
2010s
Max Murphy – Drafted 2014, 9th Rd (Twins)
Joe Bircher – Drafted 2012, 10th Rd (Astros)
Jason Leblebijian – Drafted 2012, 25th Rd (Blue Jays)
Chris Godinez – Drafted 2015, 18th Rd (Dodgers)
Matt Dennis – Drafted 2016, 14th Rd (Rockies)
Cameron Roegner – Drafted 2016, 22nd Rd (Brewers)
Tyler Leffler – Drafted 2016, 27th Rd (Pirates)
Boby Johnson – Drafted 2018, 16th Rd (Rockies)
Luke Mangieri – Drafted 2018, 25th Rd (Pirates)
2000s
Patrick Cooper – Drafted 2010, 14th Rd (Tigers)
Dan Brewer – Drafted 2008, 8th Rd (Yankees)
Ryan Eigsti – Drafted 2007, 15th Rd (Royals)
Ryan Curry – Drafted 2007, 21st Rd (Marlins)
Brandon Magee – Drafted 2006, 4th Rd (Blue Jays)
Michael Christl – Drafted 2006, 22nd Rd (Red Sox)
Rob Scahill – Drafted 2009, 8th Rd (Rockies)
Elliot Ashbeck – Drafted 2015, 16th Rd (Padres)
1990s
Bryan Rekar – 1995–2002 (Rockies, Rays, Royals)
Mike Grace – 1995–1999 (Phillies)
Brian Shouse – 1993–2009 (Pirates, Red Sox, Rangers, Brewers, Rays)
Roger Smithberg – 1993–1994 (Athletics)
Brook Smith – Drafted 1993, 11th Rd (Giants)
Joel Moore – Drafted 1993, 3rd Rd (Rockies)
1930's - 1980's
Jim Lindeman – 1986–1993 (Cardinals, Tigers, Phillies, Astros)
Mike Dunne – 1987–1991 (Pirates, Mariners, Padres, White Sox)
Guy Hoffman – 1979–1988 (White Sox, Reds, Rangers)
Zack Monroe – 1958–1959 (Yankees)
Lee Handley – 1936–1947 (Reds, Pirates, Phillies)
Eugene Handley – 1946–1947 (Athletics)