Prospect notes and highlights from 14 innings of action on Wednesday, Sept 19 as the Eastern Illinois Panthers traveled to Illinois Field to take on the Fighting Illini in a fall ball matchup.

ILLINOIS

Garrett Acton, JR, RHP
A transfer from Parkland College, Acton is a 6’2/225 strong bodied righty reliever with a quick arm and much effort, including a head snap finish. Ran his fastball up to 93, mostly sitting on 92 mph, while mixing in a tight-spinning slider thrown with good hand speed. Possessing an above average, two-pitch arsenal, look for Acton to nail down a role in the back end of the Illini bullpen this spring.

Branden Comia, FR, S/R, IF
Excellent college debut for the highly-touted recruit who was ranked No. 1 at his position and No. 4 in the state of Illinois during his senior season. The strong framed, switch-hitter recorded exit velocities of 98 and 100 mph during his two at-bats, one of which was a two-run triple off the wall in the 10th inning. Also displayed the same smooth actions, soft hands and left-side infield arm strength that he has always shown. Comia is an instinctual, all around performer who is quickly establishing himself as a key member of the Illinois lineup.