James Carlson’s power-frame is still translating, but the glove and athletic upside are real
In the 2026 season, Youngstown State junior outfielder James Carlson played 43 games with 25 starts, hit .194 with 20 hits, five doubles, one triple and one home run, and handled all 60 defensive chances cleanly with no errors. The 6-foot-5, 205-pound right-handed hitter offers a long-levered projectable frame, positional flexibility across all three outfield spots, and enough athleticism to stay valuable even while the bat develops. He was also named by D1Baseball as a preseason top-10 Horizon League impact freshman before the 2025 season, which signals real evaluators saw upside. If you want ceiling, size, and defensive dependability, he’s worth a look.
