Daytona Tortugas

Daytona Tortugas catcher Jacob Friend was named the Florida State League Player of the Month for April, delivering one of the most productive offensive performances in the league. Friend led the circuit in total bases (53), slugging percentage (.757), and OPS (1.192), and ranked second with six home runs and eight doubles while batting .329 with 17 RBIs. The 23‑year‑old displayed versatility by contributing defensively at catcher, first base, designated hitter, left field, and right field. His standout efforts significantly bolstered the Daytona Tortugas’ early‑season offensive production. The announcement was made by Minor League Baseball on May 5, 2026.