Glove-first freshman with pop-at-bat upside, but the bat needs to catch up
In the 2026 season, Ohio State freshman Steven Cavaco showed a promising all-around profile: a left-handed OF/1B with a perfect fielding percentage, 98 putouts, and enough athleticism to contribute on the bases, but he also hit just .130 with 6 hits in 46 at-bats. The appeal is the defensive floor and multi-position flexibility, plus a strong prep résumé as a career .373 hitter and team captain; the concern is immediate offensive impact. If your team wants polish, grit, and developmental upside, he’s intriguing.
