Carter Bergman gives Missouri State real middle-order juice behind the plate
In the 2026 season, Missouri State senior catcher Carter Bergman has been a legit run producer, leading the Bears and ranking near the top of Conference USA with 10 home runs, a .667 slugging percentage, and a .286 average at the time of his Buster Posey Award watchlist nod; he also delivered big moments like a go-ahead homer against Liberty and a career-high six-RBI game. He profiles as a physical, right-handed catcher with power, advanced defense, and a strong arm, which makes him a fit for teams needing toughness, pop, and a dependable everyday backstop.
