Jackson Akin brings pop, patience, and freshman upside to Minnesota
Akin entered Minnesota as a top Missouri prep infielder and has already shown a real offensive pulse in the 2026 season, including a 2-for-2 game with a double, first career home run, and three RBIs, plus a 2026 line featuring a .212 average and .766 OPS. He looks like a long-term fit because he pairs size, some power, and on-base ability with enough versatility to project at shortstop or third base. The care factor: this is a freshman who can work counts, flash impact with the bat, and still has room to grow into a bigger role.
