Van Ausdall Brings Speed, Contact, and Lineup Flexibility to NDSU
Lathan Van Ausdall enters the 2026 season as a junior infielder at North Dakota State with a useful blend of speed and bat-to-ball skills, after hitting .320 with 25 RBI and 22 stolen bases in 147 at-bats at Tyler Junior College in 2025. He also drew 20 walks, which hints at a disciplined approach that can fit nicely in a modern lineup. NDSU notes he did not appear in a game in 2026, so the biggest question is opportunity, but the profile suggests a gritty, high-energy middle-infield fit who can pressure defenses and create value beyond power numbers.
