Max Kaufer is a middle-of-the-order catcher with loud power and elite contact damage
In the 2026 season, Max Kaufer has been one of Wichita State’s most dangerous bats, hitting .431 with 11 home runs, and reports also note an eye-popping .567 on-base percentage and just a 10% ground-ball rate, a strong indicator of true impact contact and lift-driven power. His fit is obvious for teams wanting a right-handed catcher who can change a game with one swing, and his transfer-portal status makes him an immediate roster fit rather than a long-term project. The main appeal is offensive upside: he brings production, leverage, and proven bat-to-ball juice from the catcher spot.[1][2]
