Kicking this off by copy and pasting Duke's release of which transfers have joined the team to start the fall semester:
Ben Rounds | OF | Milton, Mass. | Harvard
Ben Rounds joins the Blue Devils from Harvard, blending speed and power at the plate. In 2024, he hit .403 with 60 hits, 8 home runs, and 34 RBIs. Over his career with the Crimson, Rounds posted a .318 batting average across 120 games, totaling 139 hits and 38 doubles, which ranks him fifth in the Harvard record book for career doubles. His contributions at the plate, including a .506 slugging percentage and a .429 on-base percentage, reflect his impact and effectiveness.
Jake Hyde | 1B | Darien, Conn. | Georgetown
Jake Hyde, a powerful first baseman from Georgetown, enhances the team's depth. Hyde excelled offensively, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute significantly to Georgetown's lineup. In his career, Hyde has maintained a .314 batting average across 186 games. He hit .297 in 2024, with 69 hits, 13 home runs, and 51 RBIs. His total career stats include 231 hits, 48 home runs, and a .592 slugging percentage, reflecting his strong performance and impactful presence at the plate.
Mark Hindy | LHP | Essex Fells, N.J. | William & Mary
Coming in at 6'4, the strong left-handed pitcher from William & Mary brings valuable experience to the mound. Mark Hindy had a notable 2024 season with the Tribe, posting a 3.75 ERA, recording a 5-3 record over 60 innings pitched. He struck out 73 batters and allowed a .239 opposing batting average. In total, Hindy compiled a career ERA of 4.35 across 20 appearances, showcasing his pitching abilities with a solid performance and effective control throughout his time at William & Mary.
Nick Dipietrantonio | 3B | Manalapan, N.J. | Princeton
Nick Dipietrantonio, a transfer from Princeton, is set to join Duke with a strong collegiate track record. Over his career, Dipietrantonio has maintained a .269 batting average across 117 games, amassing 120 hits, 21 doubles, and 17 home runs. In the 2024 season, he demonstrated his offensive prowess with a .293 average, 49 hits, 10 doubles, and 6 home runs in 39 games. His performance in 2023 included a .268 average with 45 hits, 8 doubles, and 6 home runs over 45 games. In 2022, he recorded a .234 average with 26 hits and 5 home runs in 33 games.
Jake Berger | INF | Boston, Mass. | Harvard
Also hailing from Harvard, infielder Jake Berger, has compiled a batting average of .287 across 123 games, with 122 starts. He has 460 at-bats, 94 runs, 132 hits, 28 doubles, and 14 home runs. Berger has also driven in 84 RBIs, with a slugging percentage of .439. His plate discipline is evident with 72 walks and 11 hit-by-pitches, and he has struck out 98 times. He has an on-base percentage of .387, has grounded into 5 double plays, and recorded 12 sacrifice flies. Additionally, he has 16 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and versatility on the field.
Reid Easterly | LHP | Katy, Texas | Yale
Reid Easterly, a promising left-handed pitcher, brings with him from Yale a solid collegiate track record. Over his three seasons at Yale, Easterly showed impressive consistency on the mound, with a career ERA of 3.54 and a total of 10 wins against 13 losses. His 2023 season was particularly noteworthy, as he achieved a commendable ERA of 2.93 and demonstrated his capability with 56 strikeouts in 73.2 innings pitched. Known for his competitive edge and strategic pitching, Easterly's addition to Duke's roster is anticipated to bolster their pitching lineup and add depth to their rotation.
Ryan Calvert | RHP | La Plata, MD. | UNCW
Ryan Calvert, a transfer from UNCW, is one of the newest additions to Duke's roster. Over his collegiate career, Calvert showcased his pitching capabilities with a career ERA of 4.46. His 2021 season featured a 5.13 ERA with 29 strikeouts in 26.1 innings, while his 2023 season saw an improved 4.35 ERA and 15 strikeouts in 20.2 innings. In 2024, he further advanced to a 4.01 ERA, recording 45 strikeouts in 33.2 innings.
Marcello Mastroianni | RHP | Little Silver, N.J. | Georgetown
Marcello Mastroianni had impressive performances for the Bulldogs in their 2024 season. With an ERA of 4.02, he secured 6 wins and just one loss in 19 appearances, including 12 starts. Mastroianni has pitched 62.2 innings, allowed 53 hits and 28 earned runs, while recording 47 strikeouts. His opponents have hit .244 against him, and he has given up six home runs. Mastroianni's reliable presence on the mound will be a crucial asset to the Blue Devils pitching staff this season.
Gavin Brown | P | Plano, Texas | Tufts University
Gavin Brown has posted a collegiate career ERA of 3.74. After a challenging 2021 season with an ERA of 18.00 in just one inning, he rebounded strongly in 2022 with a 3.57 ERA over 22.2 innings. His performance continued to improve in 2023 when he recorded a 3.32 ERA in 19 innings. The 2024 season was particularly notable, as he achieved a 3.67 ERA with 4 wins and 2 losses over 41.2 innings, striking out 43 batters. Throughout his career, Brown has accumulated 92 strikeouts and maintained a .269 opponent batting average across 84.1 innings.
