University of Minnesota Athletics
2025 Baseball Roster
Leon, Preston
Jersey Number 3
Preston Leon
- Position:
- OF
- Bats/Throws:
- S/R
- Class:
- Redshirt Junior
- Hometown:
- Macomb, MI.
- High School:
- Dakota High School (Macomb)
Bio
2025 | JUNIOR did not see game action.
2024 | SUMMER Leon played for the Muskegon Clippers of the Great Lakes Summer College League · appeared in 17 games collecting 15 hits, 12 RBIs, and eight base on balls. GAME HIGHLIGHTS: collected three hits, three RBIs, and scored three runs against the Michigan Monarchs on June 30th.
2024 | SOPHOMORE (Lansing Community College): Appeared in 48 games for the Stars · hit .411 with 39 RBI, 20 doubles, and two home runs · stole 59 bases (leading all of Juco baseball · named to 2nd Team Juco All-American by The National Scouting Bureau.
2023 | FRESHMAN (Lansing Community College): Appeared in 57 games during his freshman campaign · hit .372 with 45 RBI, 13 doubles, and six home runs · stole 41 bases and walked 44 times.
HIGH SCHOOL: Three time baseball letter winner · two time football letter winner · graduate of Dakota High School class of 2021.
PERSONAL: Native of Macomb, MI. · son of Robert and Rochelle Leon · plans to major in Human Resource Development.
WHY MINNESOTA: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of its rich baseball history and overall culture. It was also a great opportunity for me to continue my athletic career while working towards a reputable degree.
2024 | SUMMER Leon played for the Muskegon Clippers of the Great Lakes Summer College League · appeared in 17 games collecting 15 hits, 12 RBIs, and eight base on balls. GAME HIGHLIGHTS: collected three hits, three RBIs, and scored three runs against the Michigan Monarchs on June 30th.
2024 | SOPHOMORE (Lansing Community College): Appeared in 48 games for the Stars · hit .411 with 39 RBI, 20 doubles, and two home runs · stole 59 bases (leading all of Juco baseball · named to 2nd Team Juco All-American by The National Scouting Bureau.
2023 | FRESHMAN (Lansing Community College): Appeared in 57 games during his freshman campaign · hit .372 with 45 RBI, 13 doubles, and six home runs · stole 41 bases and walked 44 times.
HIGH SCHOOL: Three time baseball letter winner · two time football letter winner · graduate of Dakota High School class of 2021.
PERSONAL: Native of Macomb, MI. · son of Robert and Rochelle Leon · plans to major in Human Resource Development.
WHY MINNESOTA: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of its rich baseball history and overall culture. It was also a great opportunity for me to continue my athletic career while working towards a reputable degree.
Weber Neels Highlights
Wednesday, May 28
Gophers (11) - Michigan State (5) Highlights
Friday, May 16
Gophers (4) - Michigan State (3) Highlights
Thursday, May 15
Gopher Baseball Senior Salute
Monday, May 12
