Alika Williams

Williams enters 2026 as Oakland's starting shortstop with a legitimate shot at batting average contribution after posting a .302 mark through early-season action. His power remains minimal—he's hit just one home run across his recent samples—but he's shown improved run-scoring ability with 10 runs in limited at-bats this season, suggesting he'll have consistent opportunities atop or near the top of the order. The lack of stolen base production and extremely limited slugging output make him a bench-depth option at best, useful primarily in deeper leagues where batting average is premium or in situations where shortstop options are particularly thin. Williams carries significant risk given his overall lack of productivity and inconsistency at the plate, but the .300+ batting average through spring warrants monitoring for potential league-wide breakout candidates.