Before UCM: Played for Iowa Western CC ... In 2020 pitched in five games with a 3-2 record and 3.14 ERA in 14.1 innings ... Started 13 games in 2019 with a 9-1 record and 2.50 ERA striking out 108 batters in 68.1 innings ... Averaged more than 14 strikeouts per nine innings at IWCC with a career 11-2 mark and 2.61 ERA ... Helped Iowa Western to a second place finish at the JUCO World Series in 2019 and a regional and super regional championship.

In High School: Played at Staley High School where he was a two-time All-American utility player and a two-time First Team All-State pitcher ... Graduated following the 2018 season and was a participant in the Kansas vs. Missouri All-Star Game. 

Personal: Son of Brian and Angela McLaughlin ... Majoring in automotive technology.