Evan Carter

Despite flashing some promise with a .308 average over eight games late in 2025, Carter remains a risky fantasy commodity heading into 2026 after battling injuries throughout his young MLB tenure, including quad strains, back spasms, and a broken wrist that limited him to just 63 games last season. His 2025 line of .247 average with 14 stolen bases showed marginal upside in speed categories, though his modest power (5 HR) and declining overall production through 2026 (.182 average, 6 HR in early-season numbers) suggest he's struggling at the plate despite recovery expectations. The Rangers project Carter as their primary center fielder against right-handed pitchers, which could provide consistent at-bats, but his alarming .087 average against left-handers raises concerns about his true talent level and viability as an everyday player. Fantasy managers should view Carter as a late-round flier with upside in stolen bases only if he can stay healthy and secure regular playing time, but the injury history and offensive struggles make him too volatile for core roster construction in 2026.