​The Bowen family clearly has a tradition of high-level athletic achievement, with Drayk currently starring for Notre Dame football and Dylan preparing to embark on a professional baseball career. Dylan Bowen, the younger of the two, explored his options with the Irish before committing to Oklahoma State, but the MLB draft changed his course. He was selected by the Cincinnati Reds with the 154th overall pick in the most recent draft. As a fifth-round pick, Dylan retains the option to play for the Cowboys, which makes his decision in the next couple of weeks particularly important to monitor.
Baseball runs deep in the Bowens, a trend that has already brought significant clarity to the family’s athletic footprint. Drayk Bowen, for instance, played for Notre Dame in the earlier stages of his collegiate career before focusing entirely on football. The Irish will be keeping an eye on the draft outcomes and roster moves, as they recently saw a first-round pitcher in Jack Radel emerge, along with catcher Mark Quatrani who was selected by the San Diego Padres in round 18. There is hope that Quatrani will choose to return for another season, given that he still has college eligibility and could stand to improve his draft stock next year.
The Bowen family has much to celebrate as each member has reached elite levels in his sport. The accomplishments of Drayk and Dylan highlight a broader commitment to excellence that seems embedded in the family’s makeup, and it’s a narrative that resonates across Notre Dame’s athletic programs. For fans and followers, this is a story about talent, choice, and the evolving paths of young athletes navigating the transition from college stardom to professional careers.
For ongoing Notre Dame updates and insight, you can follow IrishWireND on X (formerly Twitter) and like the page on Facebook to stay connected with coverage, notes, and opinions surrounding Notre Dame news. You can also follow Mike on X at @MikeFChen for related updates. This feature originally appeared on Fighting Irish Wire, and it highlighted how Notre Dame football star Drayk Bowen’s family continues to make waves in professional sports, with Dylan Bowen’s early selection in the MLB draft marking a significant milestone for the Bowens and a compelling storyline for the Irish community.