Owen Michelson is UNC Asheville’s sneaky-on-base catalyst with gap power and defensive flexibility
In the 2025 season, Michelson hit .277 with a .383 on-base percentage in 40 games, adding 6 doubles, 1 triple, 14 RBIs, 12 walks, 2 steals, and 5 outfield assists after transitioning from catcher to the outfield. In 2026, he was still driving offense and, as of mid-April, led the Big South in on-base percentage at .527 and ranked 13th nationally, a huge tell that he controls the zone and keeps innings alive. If your team wants a gritty, smart, contact-oriented bat with versatility and academic reliability, he’s a very solid fit.