McKinnon is the Spartans’ steady backstop with real pop and elite arm control
In the 2026 season, UNC Greensboro catcher Madelyn McKinnon appeared in 43 games with 36 starts, led the team with 246 putouts, and threw out eight runners stealing, while also adding two homers, three doubles, 10 walks and seven RBI in 64 at-bats. Her value goes beyond the stat line: she’s a 6-foot senior who brings strong game management, durability, and a physical presence behind the plate, plus Canadian national-team experience that suggests poise in big moments. If you want a catcher who can stabilize the defense and handle a staff, she’s a strong fit.
