Cole Manuel brings two-way grit, extra-base pop, and utility value to Arkansas State
In the 2026 season, Cole Manuel has given Arkansas State a versatile, physical presence: a right-handed hitter/pitcher who logged a .214 average, .365 OBP, and .286 slugging across 26 games with 13 starts at third base and DH, while also providing bullpen depth and prior two-way production at Jones College. He isn’t a loud-tools-only player; he’s the kind of steady, competitive piece coaches love because he can catch, play the infield, and pitch in a pinch. If you want a roster fit who adds toughness, flexibility, and hidden-value upside, Manuel’s your guy.
