Michelle De la Cruz brings pinch-hit pop and versatile value to the Thunderbirds
In the 2026 season, Michelle De la Cruz gave Southern Utah a useful mix of power and flexibility, appearing in 72 games over two seasons and finishing tied for third on the team with four home runs in 2026, including a game-tying pinch-hit blast in the WAC Tournament. She’s a catcher/corner-utility type with real pop for a roster piece who can change a game in one swing, and her background as a first-team All-Region pick plus Polynesian National Team alum hints at competitive edge and maturity. If your team needs toughness, clutch offense, and lineup versatility, she’s worth a hard look.
