Kurt Kassner brings lefty depth and coachable upside to New Orleans
Kurt Kassner is a left-handed pitcher for New Orleans who was highlighted in the 2026 baseball preview as part of the Privateers’ pitching depth, with the staff noting his All-District background as both a DH and pitcher[2]. His best selling points are versatility, a southpaw look that can be a headache for hitters, and the kind of developmental profile coaches like when building a staff rather than just a box score[2][4]. If your team wants a crafty, multi-role arm with room to grow, he fits the mold; if you want a polished headline ace, he’s more of a complementary piece right now[2][4].
