Pitt's Lorenzo Carrier Named D1/National Player of Week

Carrier had a near-perfect week at the plate, leading the ACC in slugging percentage and RBIs.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Pitt outfielder Lorenzo Carrier was named the Golden Spikes/D1 Baseball National Player of the Week after an incredible performance last week. Carrier went 13-for-15 (.867 average) with 19 RBIs, 10 runs scored, 5 home runs, 2 triples, 1 double, 33 total bases, and a 2.200 slugging percentage.

Why it matters

Carrier's standout performance has been a key factor in Pitt's 12-2 start and 8-game winning streak to begin the 2026 season. His production at the plate, including leading the ACC in slugging percentage and RBIs, has helped propel the Panthers to an impressive early-season run.

The details

Carrier's stats for the week were nothing short of dominant, as he reached base in 14 of his 15 plate appearances. His 19 RBIs, 10 runs scored, and 33 total bases were all career highs for the redshirt senior. Carrier's performance has been a major catalyst for Pitt's success so far this season.

  • Carrier was named the Golden Spikes/D1 Baseball National Player of the Week on Monday, March 9, 2026.
  • Pitt continues its West Coast swing with a game against Santa Clara on March 10, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 9 PM Eastern.

The players

Lorenzo Carrier

A redshirt senior outfielder for the Pitt Panthers baseball team who was named the Golden Spikes/D1 Baseball National Player of the Week after a dominant performance at the plate.

Pitt Panthers

The baseball team from the University of Pittsburgh, which has gotten off to a 12-2 start and 8-game winning streak to begin the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“Pittsburgh's Lorenzo Carrier was UNSTOPPABLE at the plate last week to earn #GoldenSpikes x D1 Baseball Player of the Week honors 🔥”

— Golden Spikes Award (Twitter)

What’s next

Pitt continues its West Coast swing with a game against Santa Clara on March 10, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 9 PM Eastern.

The takeaway

Lorenzo Carrier's dominant performance at the plate has been a driving force behind Pitt's impressive start to the 2026 season. His ability to produce runs and get on base at a high clip has helped the Panthers build an 8-game winning streak and position themselves as an early contender in the ACC.