Manny Alberto gives WKU a steady, multi-tool infield presence
In the 2026 season, Manny Alberto has been a productive redshirt junior infielder for Western Kentucky, hitting .273 with a .705 OPS and contributing 39 hits, 12 doubles, 23 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases. He shows value beyond the box score as a capable top-to-middle lineup piece who can move around the diamond, create pressure on the bases, and deliver extra-base damage when he squares one up. The tradeoff: he’s a solid, not flashy, run producer—more connector than superstar—but that’s exactly why coaches like him.
