Maikol Lucena is Bethune-Cookman’s two-way spark behind the plate
In the 2026 season, Lucena has been a high-impact catcher for Bethune-Cookman, pairing a .340 average, .450 on-base percentage, 46 RBI and elite run prevention with a .987 fielding percentage and 23 runners thrown out. He also earned a Buster Posey Award semifinalist nod, which fits the eye test: compact right-handed bat, disciplined zone control, and serious toughness in big games. If you want a catcher who can steady a staff, punish mistakes, and bring a little edge without the drama, he’s very much that guy.
