Cole Hansen is giving CBU a middle-of-the-order jolt behind a hot bat and steady catching depth
In the 2026 season, California Baptist catcher Cole Hansen emerged as a real difference-maker, earning WAC Freshman of the Year and NCBWA Freshman All-American First Team honors after hitting .366 with a .942 OPS, 7 home runs, and 45 RBIs in 52 games. He’s not just a bat: he was ranked 10th nationally in batting average in early April 2026 and has shown lineup-anchoring consistency with long hit and reach-base streaks. If your team wants a catcher who brings impact offense, confidence, and proven run production, Hansen looks like a strong fit.
