Utah’s contact-first center fielder with pop, speed, and a sneaky star turn
In the 2026 season, Jet Gilliam emerged as Utah’s everyday center fielder and a Big 12 Honorable Mention after hitting .362 with 6 home runs, 36 RBIs, 68 hits, a .446 on-base percentage, and 10 steals in 11 attempts. He’s the kind of player coaches love: efficient at the plate, rangy in center, and tough to beat because he brings both bat-to-ball reliability and real gap-to-gap impact. His 13-game hitting streak and error-free defense underline a steady, high-motor profile that fits almost any lineup.
