Evan Carter, a 21-year-old baseball player, has already achieved a lot in his career despite his young age. He has played in five World Series games, broken MLB records, and made a name for himself in the postseason. Nicknamed “the Little Savior,” Carter’s status has garnered a lot of attention at the MLB winter meetings. Rangers general manager Chris Young believes Carter has a bright future ahead of him.
In his first 17 games in the big leagues, Carter had an impressive slash line of 300, 417, and 500. He performed even better in the postseason, setting records for rookie players. Now, Carter’s next goal is to earn a spot on the Rangers’ roster in spring training.
There’s little doubt that Carter will make the opening-day roster in March. The Rangers would also receive an additional draft pick if Carter were to win the AL Rookie of the Year award in 2024, thanks to MLB’s prospect promotion incentives.
Although Carter’s rookie season was impressive, it’s important to remember that he is still young and will face challenges. However, Young believes that Carter’s unique skill set, poise, makeup, and aptitude will help him overcome any obstacles.
Carter’s experience in the playoffs will give him an advantage heading into his first winter as a major leaguer. Similar to Josh Jung, who had a successful rookie season, Carter has a good chance of earning a starting job in spring training.
While Carter played in left field during the playoffs, his position in the upcoming season is still uncertain. He has the ability to play center field, but left field seems like the most likely option, with Leody Taveras in center and Adolis García in right. The lineup spot for Carter is also up for debate, with Bruce Bochy suggesting he could fit anywhere from the second spot to the cleanup position.
Carter’s only weakness appears to be his inexperience against left-handed pitching. However, with more exposure and practice, he is expected to improve in that area.
Overall, Carter’s future looks promising, and he will continue to grow and develop as a player. The Rangers have high hopes for him and believe he will contribute significantly to the team’s success in the coming years.