COLLEGE: Played one season at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, British Columbia, where he was both an outfielder and a pitcher. He pitched 14 innings and went 1-0 with five saves. At the plate, he went 9-for-27 for a .333 average with five RBI and two stolen bases.

HIGH SCHOOL: Participated in five sports – soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, and track and field – at J.L. Crowe Secondary School in Trail, B.C. The school didn’t have a baseball team after his sophomore year, but caught the attention of scouts during summer ball. Was a standout basketball player as well and earned Athlete of the Year his senior year. He also won the region shot put title and was the home run derby champion. He also was a standout in the classroom and graduated with honors.

PERSONAL: He was born on Nov. 13, 1987 in Trail, B.C., to Wayne and Deborah Florko. He has a sister Chelsea, and a brother, Chris, who played baseball at North Idaho College and Gonzaga along with childhood friend Jason Bay. Ashton enjoys working out, foosball, video games, and listening to music. He is majoring in Kinesiology.