Carson Williams is an American professional baseball shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball. Selected 28th overall in the 2021 MLB draft out of Torrey Pines High School, he has risen through the Rays’ minor league system and made his MLB debut on August 22, 2025, hitting a home run in his first game. A 2022 MiLB Gold Glove winner and 2024 WBSC Premier12 bronze medalist with Team USA, Williams is recognized for his defensive range, arm strength, and power-speed profile. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his minor league progression, international play, MLB debut, and his role as Tampa Bay’s starting shortstop moving forward.