Lucas Jackson gives Columbia a steady, defense-first backstop with timely contact pop
In the 2026 season, Columbia catcher Lucas Jackson appeared in 21 games with 11 starts, hit .229 with two doubles and five RBI, and posted a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage behind the plate[1]. The appeal here is the glove-first reliability: he handled his chances cleanly, drew six walks, and showed enough contact ability to deliver multi-hit games against quality opponents like Kansas State, Harvard, and West Virginia[1][10]. He looks like a useful fit for a team valuing toughness, steadiness, and a mature catcher who won’t beat himself.