Former Rumble Ponies Named Gold Glove Finalists
Four players with ties to Binghamton earn recognition as Major League Baseball Gold Glove finalists.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Baseball
Major League Baseball has announced its Gold Glove award finalists, with four former members of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies organization making the list. The group includes both veteran stars and first-time nominees who previously developed their defensive skills in the city.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the successful track record of the Binghamton minor league system in preparing players for defensive excellence at the highest professional level. It draws attention to the pipeline between Eastern League development and major league accolades.
Andres Gimenez enters as a seasoned veteran with three career Gold Gloves and one Platinum Glove, while Jacob deGrom seeks his first award after a 2013 season in Binghamton where he recorded a 4.80 ERA across 10 appearances.
The players
Andres Gimenez
He is a professional baseball player who previously played for the Binghamton Ponies in 2018 and 2019.
Jacob deGrom
He is a professional baseball player who played for the Binghamton Mets in 2013.
Carson Benge
He is a professional baseball player who was part of the 2025 Eastern League winning squad.
Nolan McLean
He is a professional baseball player who contributed to the 2025 Eastern League championship win.
The details
The finalists were selected based on a combination of defensive metrics and votes from managers and coaches across the league. Among those honored are Carson Benge and Nolan McLean, both of whom were key members of the 2025 Eastern League championship squad.
Timeline
Jacob deGrom played for the Binghamton Mets in 2013.
Andres Gimenez played for the Binghamton Ponies from 2018 to 2019.
Carson Benge and Nolan McLean competed on the 2025 Eastern League winning squad.
The finalists were named in October 2026.
Season Trajectory
These nominations underscore the high level of talent currently emerging from the 2025 Eastern League championship team. The success of these players reflects the sustained defensive standards set within the franchise development pipeline.
The nomination status serves as a key indicator of defensive value for these players in fantasy league considerations. Fans can track these specific athletes as they wait for the final selection results to see who earns the hardware.
The takeaway
Developing a professional-caliber defensive skill set often begins with the rigorous environment found in minor league systems. Future athletes can look to these finalists as examples of how consistency in the Eastern League translates to major league recognition.
Further reading
Find more coverage on local prospects in the Binghamton Baseball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WIVT/WBGH NewsChannel 34.
