Marietta Pitcher Braden Shepherd Signs With Paints

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio - The back-to-back Prospect League champion Chillicothe Paints, presented by CohenOrthopedic, have signed pitcher Braden Shepherd for the upcoming 2024 season, which begins May 28.

Shepherd just finished up his sophomore year at Marietta, appearing in seven games including four starts and striking out 11 batters in 19 innings while holding opposing hitters under .300.

The Huntington, W.Va. native is a graduate of Huntington High School.

The Chillicothe Paints open the home portion of their schedule Thursday, May 30, at VA Memorial Stadium against the Johnstown Mill Rats at 7:05 p.m. Draft beer will be just $2 for Thirsty Thursday. For advertising and season ticket information, visit ChillicothePaints.com.