Brooklinn Thomas brings Duke defensive versatility and gap-to-gap pop
Thomas is a high-upside utility piece for Duke: as a freshman in 2025, she appeared in 51 of 59 games, showed enough bat speed to hit two home runs, and was praised by Duke for her speed, range, and reliable hands on defense.[1][9][11] Her value is bigger than the stat line—she can cover the middle infield or outfield, run the short game, and change an inning with athletic defense, which makes her a strong fit for a lineup or roster that prizes versatility and pressure creation.[9][11]
