LEXINGTON, KY - Transylvania's Luke Patton has signed a professional contract with the Lexington Legends, the team announced on Sunday. 

Patton capped off his collegiate career with a standout season on the mound for Transylvania during the 2026 campaign. The Ashland native appeared in 23 games, compiling a 5-1 record and five saves with a 2.13 ERA across 38.0 innings pitched. He was selected to the All-Conference First Team in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC). 

Patton established himself as one of the Pioneers' most dependable bullpen arms throughout the season, limiting opposing hitters to a .167 batting average while striking out 37 batters. He delivered key performances in both conference and postseason play, helping anchor a Transylvania pitching staff that captured the HCAC Tournament Championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament.

The Lexington Legends are a member of the South Division of the Atlantic League, a partner league to Major League Baseball. 

Transylvania University is a proud member of the NCAA Division III and the HCAC. To keep up to date with all of the Transylvania Athletics, check out our website at transysports.com and follow @TransySports on Instagram.