Batista brings contact pop, defensive chops, and veteran depth to Texas A&M
In the 2025 season at West Texas A&M, Elijah Batista hit .293/.394/.494 with 7 homers, 10 doubles, 40 RBI, and 7 steals, and he also earned Lone Star Conference All-Defensive recognition at shortstop. Texas A&M lists him as a 5-foot-9 senior INF from El Paso with a right-handed bat and glove, which fits the profile of a scrappy, versatile infield piece who can compete every day. He has only had limited action in 2026 with the Aggies, so the appeal is less about gaudy current volume and more about proven production, steady defense, and a high-effort, glue-guy feel.
