08/31/2026
🏆 2026 Steven Sadlowski Award Recipient 🏆
Congratulations to Wesley of the Minor Orioles, the recipient of the 2026 Steven Sadlowski Award!
In addition to having their name engraved on the trophy, the winning player receives free registration for the following season.
The Steven Sadlowski Award was created in memory of Steven Sadlowski, who was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma at the age of three and passed away in January 2012 at just 11 years old. Steven loved baseball and played as much as he could, right until the end, between treatments and while in remission.
The award is presented to a Minor Division player who demonstrates perseverance and dedication not only to their team, but to the game of baseball itself.
Wesley has shown incredible dedication to the game, especially through his love of playing the catcher position. He has also been a tremendously positive influence on his Orioles teammates—often the first player out of the dugout to greet and encourage a teammate, whether they made an out or scored a run.
Wesley is also regularly the first player to run to the outfield for the post-game team briefing, encouraging his teammates to join him and be ready for the coaches.
His positivity, leadership, perseverance, and dedication to both his team and the game make Wesley a truly deserving recipient of the 2026 Steven Sadlowski Award.
Congratulations, Wesley! We are incredibly proud of you! ⚾🏆
