Small sample, real contact pop, and a clean glove behind the plate
In the 2025 season, UMass catcher Kevin Schnupp flashed efficiency in limited duty, hitting .667 with a .750 on-base percentage and a 1.417 OPS while handling the position cleanly with a 1.000 fielding percentage. The early read: he’s a scrappy, low-profile backstop who has shown he can contribute offensively and make the routine plays, plus he added a first career triple in 2026. If your team wants a catcher with compact size, reliable defense, and a hitter who can surprise you with extra-base juice, he’s worth a look.