The CMBA is proud to name Hounds IF/OF/C Cole Cross the 2026 CMBA Most Valuable Player.
.533 AVG | .639 OBP | 1.528 OPS | 7 2B | 3 HR | 26 RBI
Cross made an immediate impact in his first CMBA season, putting together one of the best offensive seasons by a Hound in recent memory. He hit .533 while reaching base at a .639 clip and finished the regular season with a 1.528 OPS, seven doubles, three home runs and 26 RBI.
Cross also demonstrated exceptional command of the strike zone, finishing with twice as many walks as strikeouts. His contributions extended well beyond the plate, providing the Hounds with strong defense in the outfield, at third base and behind the plate.
In an outstanding rookie campaign, Cross established himself as one of the league’s elite hitters and earned the CMBA’s top individual honor.