Kansas State has produced one of the most electric shortstops in the 2026 MLB Draft, and one of the hardest players to evaluate.
Dee Kennedy is a Golden Spikes semifinalist, Dick Howser Award semifinalist, and All-Big 12 First Team selection. He holds the Kansas State single-season home run record, is one of three players in the 20 stolen base / 20 home run club in 2026, and just the fifth player in Big 12 history to accomplish it. Yet his stock in the upcoming draft still sits somewhere in the third round to the early fourth. Why?
Kansas State SS Dee Kennedy is a fun player. Finally getting a shot to play the “6”. Transfer from Texas.
— Joe Doyle (@JoeDoyleMiLB) March 15, 2026
Showcasing excellent pitch selection and approach. Flashing solid bat speed. Pulling the ball in the air w/authority. Stealing bases. Sneaky good. pic.twitter.com/1dGe9nQlQl
The leading reason …