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John Hicks

Chicago Cubs | C

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Scouting Report

Updated May 19, 2026

Liam Hicks is experiencing a breakout 2026 season with the Miami Marlins. The 26-year-old catcher/first baseman went 4-for-5 with a home run and 3 RBIs in Tuesday's game against Baltimore, tying his career high for hits in a game. He has hit 9 home runs in just 33 contests, joining elite company of Marlins catchers. Hicks is slashing .319/.372/.575 with 34 RBIs, ranking near the top of MLB in power production. He demonstrates exceptional discipline with a 9.6% whiff rate (99th percentile) and is particularly effective against right-handed pitching (.316/.377/.592). Recent performance shows dominance over his last 23 at-bats (.348/.429/.738 with 3 HRs).

Strengths

  • + Exceptional power production: 9 HRs in 33 games
  • + Elite slash line: .319/.372/.575
  • + Career-high 4-hit game performance
  • + Leads all catchers with 34 RBIs
  • + 99th percentile whiff rate (9.6%) showing disciplined approach
  • + .348/.429/.738 over last 23 at-bats with 3 HRs
  • + Effective against RHP: .316/.377/.592
  • + Versatile defensively (catcher and first base)
  • + Joining elite Marlins catcher company (9 HRs on pace for double digits)
  • + Favorable upcoming matchups against vulnerable pitchers

About

John Hicks is a catcher for the Chicago Cubs.

Player Overview

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C

Team

Chicago Cubs