Thyanais Santiago, a preseason All-America East outfield bat for UMass Lowell
Santiago enters 2026 as a preseason All-America East selection after a solid 2025 season in which she played in 42 games, made 35 starts, and hit .268 with 26 hits, 20 runs, four doubles, a home run, and 10 RBIs. The appeal is versatility plus run production: she’s already shown she can stay in the lineup, contribute offensively, and bring steady value rather than flash-only upside. For a team, she looks like a reliable everyday outfielder with conference-recognized impact and room to keep climbing.
