8/19/2025-The Pecos League is mourning the sudden passing of Bakersfield Train Robbers pitcher Nick Danbrowney. The 22-year old, from Barnegat, New Jersey was involved in an automobile accident on Monday night August 18 that took his life.

Danbrowney finished an outstanding college career earlier this year, setting the Ramapo College career strikeout record.

He was signed by the Train Robbers in late June along with his Ramapo College teammate Jack Martin. Together they bolstered the Bakersfield bullpen and helped the team rally to second place in the Pacific Division. Danbrowney, after several stellar relief appearances, joined the starting rotation.

"I'm numb," said Train Robbers Manager Bill Rogan. "Our entire team is devastated. Even though we went our separate ways after the season, we're still a close knit group. We're having trouble dealing with this. Nick was a gentleman off the field and a terrific pitcher on the mound with a bright future. We loved Nick and will never forget him."

The news also hit Dublin Leprechauns Manager David Aceron hard. "Nick was an exceptional athlete who motivated others with his fierce competitive spirit, leaving behind a lasting legacy," Aceron said.

Danbrowney was a Social Science major at Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey. Funeral arrangements are still pending.