Mateo Serna gives Missouri a switch-hitting backstop with pop and toughness
In the 2025 season, Missouri catcher Mateo Serna hit .237 with 9 home runs and 36 RBI, then followed that with key late-game production in 2026, including a two-run double against Texas and a standout 2-for-4, 2-RBI performance in the regular-season finale. What makes him interesting is the combo: a switch-hitting catcher who can handle a heavy workload, has shown solid defensive value, and even drew praise for using the SEC’s new ABS challenge system effectively. He’s not a flashy superstar, but he looks like a durable, competitive, high-upside fit for a team that wants a gritty everyday catcher with real juice.
