the steady, left-handed spark at the heart of SLU's outfield
In the 2025 season, Dane Watts was one of Southeastern Louisiana’s most productive bats, hitting .342 with a .438 on-base percentage, .542 slugging percentage, 7 home runs and 34 RBI while also logging 11 doubles and 4 stolen bases. He was described by SLU coach Bobby Barbier as a returning All-Conference player who anchors center field, which hints at value beyond the box score: reliable defense, matchup flexibility, and everyday consistency. He’s the kind of player who fits teams that want a contact-plus-pop lefty with real table-setting instincts and enough athleticism to stay in center.
