Lew Rice brings clutch pop and veteran savvy to Creighton’s outfield
In the 2026 season, Lew Rice has been one of Creighton’s most timely bats, highlighted by multiple walk-off moments including a two-run homer against Butler and a game-winning RBI single against Gonzaga. The graduate outfielder is a left-handed hitter with sneaky pop, situational polish, and the kind of competitive edge coaches love: he’ll bunt, take the extra base, and deliver in leverage spots. His stat line is steady rather than loud, but the real separator is his clutch gene and calm-under-fire feel. He looks like a high-IQ fit for teams that value contact, versatility, and late-inning toughness.
