veteran lefty giving Alabama bullpen experience and strike-throwing upside
In the 2026 season, Evan Steckmesser has been a useful bullpen piece for Alabama, posting a 5.32 ERA over 23.2 innings with a 1-0 record and one save. What makes him interesting is the track record behind the line: he came in as a graduate transfer after a strong 2025 at Samford, where he struck out 65 and walked only eight in 56.2 innings, showing real command and swing-and-miss ability. He’s a seasoned left-hander with SEC-level feel, but his value is still tied to consistency—when his command is on, he can be a matchup weapon.
