Hammond, Ind. - July 5, 2021 - Paymaster became the first player in the league to garner a second MCL weekly award this season as he previously won MCL Pitcher of the Week on June 14. This honor came after his five strong innings against the Joliet Generals on Thursday, a relief outing that saw him yield one run (none earned) on two hits while striking out five and walking one.

 Paymaster has struck out 23 in 25 innings this season and owns a 2.16 ERA to go along with a 2-0 record over five appearances. Paymaster is second on the team in ERA and will look to continue his dominant season his next start. 

 2021 MCL Player of the Week Award Winners

June 7 – Tyler Schultz, Crestwood

June 14 – Tre’ Hondras, CAG 

June 21 – Zamaurion Hatcher, NWI

June 28 – Christian Seegers, Joliet 

July 5 – Colin Bruce, NWI

2021 MCL Pitcher of the Week Award Winners

June 7 – Benny Guevara, Crestwood

June 14 – Jake Paymaster, Southland

June 21 – Nick Vollmert, Joliet

June 28 – Jack Guzek, NWI

July 5 – Jake Paymaster, Southland