Justin Hackett is Bryant’s steady-glove, timely-hit shortstop with pop and speed
In the 2026 season, Justin Hackett emerged as a first-team All-America East shortstop for Bryant, hitting .277 with career highs in hits, doubles, home runs, RBI, runs, walks, and stolen bases while flashing elite defense with a .969 fielding percentage. He’s a plus fit if you want an infield leader who can handle shortstop, manufacture runs, and still punish mistakes — including multi-homer bursts and late-game clutch plays. The catch: his recent value has come after an injury-affected stretch, so the upside is real, but health and workload management matter.