Jackrabbits’ versatile bat-and-glove spark with real pop
In the 2026 season, Keagen Jirschele has been a steady two-way value piece for South Dakota State, hitting .259 with a .377 on-base percentage, 42 hits, 9 doubles, 2 homers, 20 RBI, and 6 steals while logging time at shortstop and on the mound.[1][5] The appeal is the versatility: he brings competitive at-bats, enough juice to punish mistakes, and the kind of grit that shows up in big moments, including a 4-RBI homer in the Summit League tournament and a key double in regional play.[2][14][15]
