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2026 Fantasy Baseball Player Profile

Victor Scott II established himself as one of the premier defensive outfielders in the game during his first full MLB season in 2025, even as his bat struggled to keep pace. After winning the Opening Day center field job, Scott’s elite 100th-percentile sprint speed and 99th-percentile range (17 Outs Above Average) made him a Gold Glove finalist and a constant fixture on highlight reels. However, his offensive production was a significant hurdle; he finished the year slashing just .216/.305/.296 with five home runs and 37 RBI across 138 games. While he remained a menace on the basepaths with 34 stolen bases in 38 attempts, a late-season ankle sprain and a dismal .171 second-half average highlighted the developmental work still required at the plate.

Entering his age-25 season in 2026, Scott is the focal point of the Cardinals’ youth movement and a "player to watch" in spring training. He spent the offseason at his alma mater, West Virginia, utilizing motion-capture technology to retool his swing and focus on a more efficient, contact-oriented approach. With the Cardinals in a transition period following several veteran trades, Scott has a long leash as the everyday center fielder. For fantasy managers, he remains a high-risk, one-category specialist with an ADP around 330. While his batting average and power are major liabilities, his potential for 40+ steals and gold-glove-level job security makes him a valuable late-round target for those hunting for elite speed.