Greg Deichmann - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	OF	25	45
2021	OAK	OF	8	45

Grades Update: Feb 2021

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
45	40	45	55	50	55	50

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Feb 2021 Report

Evaluator: Danny Brackman

Age: 26 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2017 Round 2
RuleV: On 40-Man Roster

Physical Description: Medium athletic frame. Very well put together. Long, thick legs with relatively short arms that help quicken levers. Pretty bulked and can look stiff at times, though raw athleticism and strength are evident.

Hit: Feet start ever so slightly open with a small pre-coil and front shoulder turn. Keeps his hands up and back near his neck as he stretches forward to create separation, generating good torque and showcasing rotational ability. Finish somewhat reminiscent of Kyle Seager. Capable of hitting to all fields but definitely still wants to pull. Good strike-zone awareness and plate discipline help but poor pitch recognition and timing issues currently cap potential. Grade: 45

Power: Exceptional strength and athleticism. Able to generate great bat speed however inconsistent barrel accuracy creates some launch angle looseness. Sizeable variance from raw power to in-game power in terms of consistency. The swing is geared to launch and he'll hit some tape measure shots when he gets his pitch. Projected above average pop though improved pitch selection still leaves some room for growth. Grade: 55

Field: Shaping up to be an average right fielder or a slightly above average left fielder. Gets mediocre reads off the bat and can be overly aggressive pursuing the ball but athleticism makes up for it. Not great lateral movements though his tracking is improving and he can even play a serviceable center in a pinch. History of infield defense from early days of college is still apparent in glove work. Grade: 50

Arm: Very good arm strength with good carry and a pretty quick release. Decent on-target accuracy. Potential to make some sort of impact chipping in assists or limiting runners taking the extra base. Grade: 55

Run: Average peak sprint speed but an explosive first step helps both in the field and on the bases. Good instincts and controlled aggressiveness show enough promise to keep the line moving. Should walk enough to get a decent amount of stolen base opportunities. Might slow down a step as he ages but athleticism suggests explosiveness should hold for a while. Grade: 50

Overall: Injuries have plagued Deichmann over his three years in pro ball and he's looking like a potential three-true-outcomes profile going forward. If he's able to improve certain areas regarding his contact ability, there's a chance he becomes a solid regular with his raw power and defensive capabilities. Perhaps the injuries are what have been holding him back, though at this point, a platoon/bench role seems most likely.

OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench/Platoon
Risk: Moderate

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Caleb Kilian - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	RHP	21	45
2021	SF	RHP	37	35

Grades Update: Apr 2021

OFP	Role	FB	CT	CB	CH	Cnt/Cmd
35	30	55	45	50	45	45/40

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Apr 2021 Report

Evaluator: Isaiah Burrows

Age: 24 yr
Height: 6-4
Weight: 180 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Round 8
RuleV: 2022

Physical Description: Tall and lanky frame on the mound. Has added good size to his upper half; broader shoulders and more defined chest area. Long legs and limbs highlight his lower half. Solid size and height, near full maturity.

Mechanics: Shortened three-quarter delivery from the right side. Pitches above the letters; creates good extension and momentum high left leg kick. Over the top release point; clean delivery with little hiccups. Locates well and hits his spots.

Fastball: Low-to-mid 90s offering that continues to add velocity. Sits 92-94 and touches 96-97 seldomly. Good feel for his fastball with subtle spin and run. Lacks swing-and-miss results, but creates soft contact. Above-average pitch in his arsenal. Grade: 55

Cutter: Recently adopted cutter that is still a bit behind in development. Sits 87-89 and reaches the low-90s. Rarely thrown in any count. Shows signs of solid, tight spin against righties. Can play well off his fastball. Needs more reps and consistency. Grade: 45

Curveball: Low-70s curveball that shows signs of improvement. Sits 72-75 with inconsistent 12-6 depth and break. Good drop out of the zone, lacks consistency. Gets loopy within his delivery. Commands it well, stands out amongst his off-speed stuff. Grade: 50

Control and Command: Shows a good feel for all four pitches. Stays heavy on his fastball-curveball combo. Mixes in his changeup. Has solid command low and away. Pitches comfortably from the stretch. Gets away with several hittable pitches. Lacks strikeout stuff, struggles to put opposing batters away. Control: 45 | Command: 40

Overall: Kilian has a solid feel for his arsenal, but his stuff needs to improve. He improved his fastball velocity with added weight to his frame. His curveball remains a solid off-speed offering, while his changeup and cutter are still a bit behind it in development. He has the size to fill in as an occasional backend starter, but his ceiling doesn't point to much more.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Moderate

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Alexander Vizcaino - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	RHP	13	45
2021	NYY	RHP	22	40

Grades Update: Jan 2021

OFP	Role	FB	SL	CH	Cnt/Cmd
40	40	50	40	60	45/40

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Jan 2021 Report

Evaluator: Geoff Pontes

Age: 24 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 160 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2016 IFA
RuleV: On 40-Man Roster

Physical Description: Average height but gangly build with long arms and legs. High waist, above average athlete. At nearly 24 I'm not sure how likely another 10-15 pounds of projection is, but there's definitely room for growth.

Mechanics: Easy loose delivery, with a slight leg lift, that features a moderate hitch before foot plant. Delivers from a three quarters arm action with an average release height on the fastball. He puts his long limbs to good use getting above average extension to the plate. Not really a drop and drive delivery, more of tall and fall with good balance and a whippy arm keeping him on time.

Fastball: Plus velocity sitting 94-96 mph ruching 99 mph multiple times across a handful of starts. In consistent movement, cuts his fastball too much to command it consistently elevated. Misses bats due to his velocity and late action on his fastball. Lacks average command however and will miss locations badly. With a little refinement Vizcaino has the ability to see his fastball really play in a relief role. Grade: 50

Slider: Sits 82-86 mph with slurvy break, looking almost like a harder curveball. Will get some swings and misses but mostly there as a change of pace for his fastball+off-speed combination. Grade: 40

Changeup: Plus pitch with nasty drop and tumble. Gets above average armside fade and sells it with the same arm speed and release point as fastball. The definition of a Bugs Bunny changeup. Sits 87-91 mph with heavy armside break, KC area the pitch well in all matchups, difficult take as it's mistaken for his fastball out of the hand. Will need to see how the pitch plays against high level competition, but should be a weapon in a bullpen role. Grade: 60

Control and Command: Struggles with his ability to consistently land his fastball to the desired spot. This in turn has led to fringe-average control of the zone despite excellent feel for his changeup. Fringe average strike thrower with below average command. Control: 45 | Command: 40

Overall: The combination of velocity and a true swing and miss offspeed make Vizcaino a perfect fit for a pen role long term. Lacks the ability to command his stuff for long stretches and his changeup first approach fits well in the modern game of three batter minimums. A relief role long term that the organization showed belief in by adding him to the 40 man prior to the 2020 Rule Five. Late bloomer with a major league profile.

OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Spot Starter or Low Leverage Reliever
Risk: Moderate

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Alexander Canario - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	OF	10	45
2021	SF	OF	8	50

Grades Update: Apr 2021

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
50	50	45	60	50	55	50

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Apr 2021 Report

Evaluator: Ian Smith

Age: 21 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 165 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2016 IFA
RuleV: On 40-Man Roster

Physical Description: Very advanced physically. Muscle definition throughout his frame, with plenty more room for growth. Huge strength in his shoulders and lower half stand out. D1 WR type of build.

Hit: Canario stands in the box with a slightly open stance that sits around shoulder width apart. Primarily upright with a slight dip in his back leg. Hands sit right above the chest with a pronounced bat wiggle into a short hanging leg trigger. Canario will open early on occasion and the swing can get long, but presents electric bat speed through the zone. Creates noteworthy hip to shoulder separation and the overall use of his lower half is impressive consistently. Bat path creates easy loft and will show juice to all fields, primarily pull side. Canario is still working to pick up spin at a high level leading to some swing and miss, but the overall plate discipline is there. Grade: 45

Power: There's not much discrepancy between game and BP power for Canario, it's legit plus either way. Canario combines the use of his physical lower half and insane bat speed to create outrageous exit velos to all fields. Will routinely put balls off the batter's eye. As a teenager in 2019, Canario had an eye popping max exit velocity of 117, with multiple 105+ batted balls and 22 HR in 104 games since coming stateside in 2018. Grade: 60

Field: Canario has shown a confidence to attack balls while ranging in or on balls over his head. Takes smart routes to the ball and isn't afraid to put his body on the line for a catch. Foot speed allows him to cover a lot of ground in a short period of time. Has shown the ability to be a quality center fielder early in his career as well, but profiles best in a corner long term. Grade: 50

Arm: One of the louder tools in Canario's bag. Gets big carry and accuracy on throws anywhere on the diamond. Simple mechanics and natural strength allow easy throws without having to sell out and lose any efficiency. Arm has the potential to profile at all three outfield spots. Grade: 55

Run: An underrated aspect in Canario's game. A very quick first step both out of the box and in the outfield allow him to make difficult plays seem simple. Body control is evident in his stride and can reach top speed quickly, albeit without a blazing second gear. Speed will allow him to potentially reach double digit steals as he matures as well. Grade: 50

Overall: San Francisco could be hiding a legit dude in plain sight in Alexander Canario. A steady performer in Rookie and short season ball since coming to the states in 2018 with power potential that is on par with anyone in the entire Giants organization. There's some swing and miss here and Canario is coming off a torn labrum that's forced him to miss a good chunk of spring training, but the soon to be 21-year-old is likely to start in High A in 2021 with a bright future ahead.

OFP: 50
Role: 50 - Average Everyday Regular
Risk: Extreme

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Kevin Alcantara - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	OF	4	50
2021	NYY	OF	9	50

Grades Update: Jan 2021

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
50	50	50	55	55	55	50

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Jan 2021 Report

Evaluator: Tyler Jennings

Age: 18 yr
Height: 6-6
Weight: 188 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2018 IFA
RuleV: 2022

Physical Description: Large, lanky frame with plenty of projection remaining. Athletic player with long levers. High ceiling, plenty of time to develop within the Yankees system.

Hit: Slightly open stance with hands starting above the ears and operation triggered by a sizable leg kick. Hands move slightly skywards before swinging down during coil. Slight upswing, though the swing plane can get a bit flat and inconsistent at times. He has solid rotation in his swing and he uses all fields. Alcantara's largest concern is with breaking balls, thanks in part to the aforementioned leg kick. He's a fastball hunter with a tendency to swing and miss, primarily with off-speed stuff away from him. Grade: 50

Power: The power potential for Alcantara is noteworthy. With the long levers and projection he has, Alcantara will certainly grow into his power, with some of it already showing. He's got a fast bat and some of the higher exit velocities in the Yankees system, averaging 88.5 MPH and reaching a maximum of 108 MPH in 2020. Presently, power mainly shows to the pull side, though he will likely use all fields eventually. Likely to be above-average power once he fully fills out his frame. Grade: 55

Field: Alcantara is likely to have a good chance to stay in center field, as he moves well and covers ground very easily. He takes good routes and he's got very good instincts and IQ. If he does move to a corner spot, the arm would definitely play well in right field. Grade: 50

Arm: Alcantara has a strong arm that will play well in the outfield, especially if he gets moved to right field. Arm strength will gradually get better with more weight added on, which brings about a potential plus grade here. Grade: 55

Run: As previously mentioned, Alcantara moves well and can cover a lot of ground thanks to his long strides. He will lose speed as he gradually adds strength, but he will still be an above-average runner. Grade: 55

Overall: Alcantara has one of the higher ceilings from his international class. He's got a ways to go before he reaches the majors, but there is a need for some refinement with the hit tool if he's to reach his full potential. With that said, he projects to be an average everyday center fielder with power, but as aforementioned, don't rule out a move to right field.

OFP: 50
Role: 50 - Average Everyday Regular
Risk: Extreme

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Pete Crow-Armstrong - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021 Mid	CHC	OF	2	55
2021	NYM	OF	3	55

Grades Update: Feb 2021

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
55	60	55	45	60	55	60

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Feb 2021 Report

Evaluator: Mike Kinsela

Age: 19 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 180 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2020 Round 1
RuleV: 2024

Physical Description: Slender, athletic build with twitch throughout as well as room to fill out. Has done well to begin process of filling out, looks good and projects 10-15 pounds more at least.

Hit: PCA employs a smooth, whippy stroke from the left side with plus bat speed, generating good torque in his hips and getting the barrel on plane. There have been some small adjustability concerns but scouts were encouraged by early spring returns prior to COVID. Bat to ball has always stood out, sprays whole field and can work gaps. Grade: 55

Power: The most worrisome aspect of his profile on the summer circuit, added good strength to frame and was showing power prior to draft. Wiry strength with above-avg. bat speed and ability to lift to pull side work well, should fill out into more, barrel frequency should allow for raw power to play close in game. Grade: 45

Field: Perhaps PCA's best non-run tool, he covers tons of ground thanks to advanced instincts and reads along with that plus speed. He glides in the outfield and was one of the 2020 draft's best defenders, projecting to be a defensive asset at a premium position at the highest level. Grade: 60

Arm: Above-average raw arm strength, can generate mid-90's velocity on throws, quick release with solid accuracy, good throwing mechanics in general, arm should be an asset for him defensively. Grade: 55

Run: A true plus runner, PCA is regularly at 4.00 seconds down the line and can burn faster times depending on how he gets out of the box. He's an asset on the base paths and should steal 20+ bases annually at his prime. Grade: 60

Overall: Plus defensive center fielder with feel to hit, plus speed, and more power than one expects. Chance to be a leadoff-type hitter with good offensive projection and the aforementioned defense, upside of an All-Star.

OFP: 55
Role: 60 - Above-Average Everyday Regular: Occasional All-Star
Risk: High

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Matt Mervis - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	1B	52	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	40	50	40	50	40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-4
Weight: 225 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2020 UDFA
RuleV: 2023

Physical Description: Two way player at Duke that focused primarily on hitting during his last two years on campus. Mervis has big thighs and rear end but still has mobility and athleticism. We could've been on the cusp of a breakout season for Mervis, he had more walks than strikeouts in 16 college games before the shutdown.

Hit: Bat doesn't stay in the zone very long so he will always be prone to swinging and missing. Lots of hand movement but everything is firing towards the ball after his modest leg kick and stride. Need to see more of him to know if 2019 plate discipline gains stick. Grade: 40

Power: Above-average power plays average in games. Looks to lift and elevate pull side. Capable of some impressive homers when everything lines up. Cubs might have something here. Grade: 50

Field: No issues with him at first base, but lacks the athleticism to play anywhere else on the diamond. Grade: 40

Arm: As a pitcher he can gas it up to 93. Above-average arm doesn't help much at first base. Grade: 50

Run: Below average runner. Speed isn't his game. Grade: 40

Overall: Matt Mervis started his career in college as an arm, but the last two seasons on campus he was their primary first baseman. There's some untapped potential here depending on how much you buy into his success in the abbreviated 2020 NCAA campaign. Reportedly has looked good during instructs and is a name to watch as a power bat that appears to be developing some plate skills.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Max Shrock - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	2B/3B	51	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	55	30	50	40	45

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 26 yr
Height: 5-9
Weight: 185 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2015 Draft - Round 13, WSH
RuleV: On 40 man

Physical Description: Short, boxy frame. Likely heavier than listed 185, but proportioned.

Hit: Strong bat-to-ball and pitch recognition skills. Line drive oriented stroke to all fields. 2019 in Triple-A was the first time in his career he had a double digit strikeout rate. He will battle hard to sneak pitches by him, especially fastballs. Prone to weak contact for the sake of making contact though. Grade: 55

Power: The lack of power is the biggest weakness. Doesn't hit for enough power to be an everyday player. Extra base hits are gap-to-gap or ground balls down the line. Grade: 30

Field: Steady hands, will make the routine play but lacks agility, foot speed and arm to be impact defender. A heavy shifting team can use him at second base but he might be best suited for third base defensively, but doesn't have the bat for the position. Grade: 50

Arm: Accurate but lacks carry. Grade: 40

Run: Below average runner, but smart on the basepaths. Grade: 45

Overall: Shrock will go as far as the hit tool will allow him. It's the carrying tool here. He fits well in the National League style of play when you needed a pure pinch hitter, but with the universal DH likely coming that will close that door. Currently he's a utility infielder that can't play short.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Low

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Nelson Velazquez - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	OF	50	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	40	55	45	55	45

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Jake Kerns

Age: 22 yr
Height: 6-0
Weight: 190 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 Draft - Round 5
RuleV: 2021

Physical Description: Thick middle half. Big, strong thighs. Strong upper body. Impressive forearms. Has filled out considerably since being drafted. Maxed out. Moves well for his size.

Hit: Upright and open stance. Keeps his hands high. Small leg kick and toe tap before impact. Swing has been toned down since signing. Above-average to plus bat speed. Strong hands. Below-average barrel control. Inconsistent approach and often tries to muscle the ball. Takes big cuts and swing can get long. Solid eye but is overly aggressive, leading to a high strikeout rate Grade: 40

Power: Plus raw power and beginning to get to it in-game. Utilizes his lower half well and possesses the pure strength to simply muscle the ball out. Can hit the ball out of all parts of the park. Needs to cut down on the aggressiveness at the plate and wait for his pitch to help him consistently get to his natural power. Grade: 55

Field: Solid actions in the field but size and speed probably confine him to LF. Fringe-average fielder there because of his range Grade: 45

Arm: Strong arm but is a below-average transferer Grade: 55

Run: Flashed above-average times as an amateur but has filled out significantly and is now a fringe-average runner and may continue to slow. At or around 4.35 down the line from the right side on multiple looks. Hustles out of the box Grade: 45

Overall: Possesses significant power and is capable in left field, but, as with so many prospects, Velazquez will need to hit to reach his below-average regular ceiling. His aggressiveness at the plate will need to be toned down and he will need to cut his strikeouts to have a chance.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Moderate

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Luke Little - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	LHP	49	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	SL	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	55	45	40/40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Trevor Hooth

Age: 20 yr
Height: 6-8
Weight: 225 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2020 Draft - Round 4
RuleV: 2023

Physical Description: Tall, lanky build, extremely long levers. Might be slightly taller and bigger than listed.

Delivery & Mechanics: Deliberate movements through the balance point before exploding for a high effort through the rest of the delivery. Throws from a 3/4 arm slot. Doesn't always have control of his long limbs which causes inconsistencies in delivery. Lands closed. Arm speed can be inconsistent at times, especially when throwing offspeed. Long levers and arm slot create a difficult plane, especially for lefties.

Fastball: Generates double plus velocity. Sat 95-97 T98 as a starter in college. Report have had the pitch in triple digits T105 according to a pre-draft video. There isn't much movement through the zone, some armside run at times. Grade: 55

Slider: 80-82. Gets good late bite. More horizontal movement than depth, potentially limiting it's ceiling for whiffs. Sits slightly fringe average, but can flash average when it hits the higher end of it's velo. Could play off fastball better with more consistent arm speed. Professional development might help the pitch to become a truly above average offering. Grade: 45

Control and Command: Showed improved control in the shortened 2020 season. Long levers make repeating mechanics hard, which puts a strain on command. Control: 40 | Command: 40

Overall: A tall, lanky fireballer. He generates big velo, but struggles to repeat mechanics. Best chance to make big league impact is in the bullpen. Control improvements in 2020 were promising. Data is not kind to him, but there's a chance at a plus fastball and fringe above average slider from the left side. Drafted as a project, inherent high risk in his profile.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Adam Laskey - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	LHP	48	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	CB	CH	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	50	45	55	45/40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/L
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 19
RuleV: 2023

Physical Description: 6'3" lefty, looks skinnier than listed 205, has some physical projection remaining. Battled injuries his final year at Duke, Cubs then shut him down following 2019 draft. With no 2020 season he hasn't pitched in a competitive setting since college.

Delivery & Mechanics: Stands tall on back leg, upright delivery. Moderate effort. Some head movement that hinders command. Intriguing project for Cubs player development group.

Fastball: Sits in low 90s, expectation is he adds a tick or two as he fills out. Pitch tends to straighten out at higher levels of velocity band. Has ability to manipulate the pitch. Grade: 50

Curveball: Ideal shape. Primary secondary against lefties. Will throw it behind lefties and try and catch inside part of the plate; can make for uncomfortable at bat. Grade: 45

Changeup: His best secondary pitch. Has fade and moves away from right-handed bats. Lives down and away against right-handers with this pitch. Disguises it well; has look of fastball before dropping off table. Grade: 55

Control and Command: Laskey comes with some polish but he battled command and injury issues at Duke. I'd guess and say they were related. Was dominant on the Cape in 2018. Control: 45 | Command: 40

Overall: Laskey's outing on the Cape and then only 12 innings in the ACC in 2019 were the last public looks at him in competitive games. Good feel for a changeup and sequencing here, enough athleticism and physical projection to be a backend starter long term. Was regarded as a potential top three round talent as a prep but had hard commitment to Duke.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Brendon Little - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	LHP	47	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	SL	CH	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	50	55	40	35/30

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Joe Drake

Age: 24 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2017 Draft - Round 1
RuleV: Eligible

Physical Description: Average pitcher's build. Looks the part of his listed 6'1, 195. Shoulders have a little width to them. Strong, thick thighs, but doesn't look overly athletic in uniform. Body looks mature, not much room for more weight. Midsection looks a bit soft. Arm looks live, but in short stints.

Fastball: 89-94, t96. Velo fades hard as pitch count rises; Sits mid 90s in the first and was down to 89-91 in the 3rd inning. Has some tail. Doesn't spot well, will throw it up but seems to work down more. This pitch would play much better in a relief role where he could let it fly for an inning or two. Doesn't seem to have the stamina to work deep - especially with his poor control. Grade: 50

Slider: 82-83. Like a power curve; shape varies from 10-4 to 11-5. Good ones have late movement that get whiffs and freeze guys for called strikes. Big, sharp break. Should throw it more often than he does. Grade: 55

Changeup: 80-83. Runs armside, occasionally flashes plus but very inconsistent and most don't have much fade. More of a show-me pitch than anything. Hard time finding the zone with it, but that might be for the best. Uses too often for how inconsistent it is. Grade: 40

Control and Command: Leaves a lot to be desired. Falls behind in counts and doesn't work very efficiently. Often struggles to find the zone, prone to walks. Command feels nonexistent at times, like he's just hoping to hit the zone, let alone hit a spot. Limits him to bullpen, won't get away with the walks and meatballs in the big leagues. You can only spike so many fastballs. Control: 35 | Command: 30

Overall: Live arm from the left side is enticing, but lack of consistent third pitch and control make starting a long shot. LIkely destined for the pen where his velo should tick up and he can ditch the changeup when he doesn't have it. The stuff is probably good enough for a high-leverage role, but the control is so bad it's hard to see him in anything other than low-leverage spots right now. His repertoire makes him an ideal left-handed pen arm with the new 3-batter minimum, control will determine his ceiling.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Jose Albertos - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	RHP	46	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	CB	CH	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	55	55	60	20/20

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 22 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 185 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2015 IFA
RuleV: Eligible

Physical Description: Barrel chested, body on softer side. Much larger than listed 6'1", 185 pounds. Has the look of a traditional big league starter.

Delivery & Mechanics: Looks like he's playing catch. Starts at the belt and brings the hands to the chest as he starts his motion. Drives up and over the front leg. Inconsistent timing, pace, arm speed. All of these plague him in his delivery and it is a fierce battle within himself with every pitch to throw strikes.

Fastball: Big pitch. Reportedly has sat as high as 96-97, but has also been as "low" as 93-94. Has been dealing with inconsistent velocity for some time now. Could be due to multitude of factors. Arm strength for days. Grade: 55

Curveball: Two plane break, and drops off the table. Generates some ugly swings. Used mostly against right-handers and when ahead in the count. Grade: 55

Changeup: His best pitch. Equipped with desired fade and looks just like the fastball. Will throw it in any count. Will miss bats. Grade: 60

Control and Command: Easy bottom of the scale command and control. Will miss location by feet with the fastball to his arm side. Spikes curveball in the dirt, will miss up and down with changeup. Can be a helpless feeling watching someone walk more batters than innings pitched. Control: 20 | Command: 20

Overall: Will never get written off as a prospect because of how good the stuff is. Multiple red flags and issues with delivery but still has three above-average or better offerings. Really frustrating and confusing. There are a million possible outcomes here.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Extreme

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Hunter Bigge - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	RHP	45	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	CB	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	60	55	40/40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-0
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 12
RuleV: 2022

Physical Description: Filled out, strong durable build. Muscular.

Delivery & Mechanics: Straight over the top delivery. Quiet, calm delivery. Tight arm. Very repeatable.

Fastball: Was a starter at Harvard in the low 90s, now has a plus heater that sits 94-96 and has touched 99. Attacks hitters. Looks like a completely different guy than he was in school. Grade: 60

Curveball: Curveball has tremendous depth to it. Chase pitch, starts out as a strike but will drop below the zone. Noticeably decreases arm speed on the pitch. Grade: 55

Control and Command: Put up some high walk numbers as a collegiate starter, and he's always going to have high walk totals as a reliever. As long as they come with big strikeout numbers it will play. Control: 40 | Command: 40

Overall: Ivy League two-way player is now a pitcher only as a pro and has completely changed his outlook. Was a low 90s starter, now a big two pitch reliever that lives in the upper 90s. Has the makings of a bullpen arm that could move quickly.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Reivaj Garcia - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	2B	44	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	45	30	50	50	55

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Jake Kerns

Age: 19 yr
Height: 5-11
Weight: 175 lbs
Hits/Throws: S/R
Acquired: 2017 IFA
RuleV: 2021

Physical Description: Solidly built but does not possess much strength. Has some room to fill out. Average athlete.

Hit: Switch hitter; initial stance is same from both sides, but footwork varies. From the right side he has a wide base and is slightly open with a minimal leg kick. Keeps his weight on his back foot and steps into the pitch. From the left side he starts wide and slightly open but brings his legs together to varying degrees as he loads. Takes a bigger step into the ball. Good hands and quick bat from both sides. Looks more comfortable and makes better contact from the right side in BP. Limited looks from the right side in-game. Shows an ability to go the opposite way from the left side. A present slap hitter. Swing can get long from both sides leading to some swing and miss issues. Inconsistent approach. Has good bat to ball skills and fights off pitches. Flashes an ability to lay down bunts Grade: 45

Power: Below-average raw power. Does not drive the ball and will not be a power threat without either additional strength or a more consistent approach. Grade: 30

Field: Moves well laterally in the field. Average range. Makes the routine plays at 2B. Lacks the arm and range necessary for the left side of the infield. Grade: 50

Arm: Average arm strength. Quick transferer. Balls were on target to 2B and 1B in limited looks. Grade: 50

Run: Flashes plus speed down the line from the left side. Timed between 4.10 and 4.15 in several looks. Unable to get a time from the right side. Grade: 55

Overall: Garcia possesses little power projection and will need to maximize the hit tool to reach the big leagues. He has the underlying bat to ball skills to see growth in the tool, but even that will not ensure him a spot in a future lineup. His defensive chops are well suited for 2B and the tools don't translate to other positions on the dirt.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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James Norwood - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	RHP	43	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	SL	SPL	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	70	45	40	40/40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 27 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 215 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2014 Draft - Round 7
RuleV: On 40 man

Physical Description: 6'2" 215. Muscular, durable build.

Delivery & Mechanics: Exclusively from the stretch. Comes set at the letters. Big leg kick before coming home. High effort delivery.

Fastball: High velocity with significant arm side run. Double plus grade due to movement and velocity traits. Sits in the high 90s, can touch 100. Has averaged 97 during his MLB stints. Grade: 70

Slider: The better of the two secondaries, but still a fringe offering. Has good two-plane depth but command is inconsistent. Grade: 45

Splitter: Has had difficulty with commanding the pitch. Sits in the high 80's, and has averaged 88 during his MLB time. Went to the pitch more than the slider in 2020. Grade: 40

Control and Command: With average command of the slider and control overall Norwood immediately jumps to a late inning relief arm. As is, he is destined for lower leverage work due to below average command and control. Will pull slider gloveside and miss up with fastball often. Control: 40 | Command: 40

Overall: One monster double-plus pitch paired with two below-average offerings and below average command and control isn't the most exciting profile but it's one that will continue to get opportunities. Norwood did go on the IL late in the season with a shoulder injury so that is something to monitor.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Moderate

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Fabian Pertuz - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	3B	42	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	40	40	50	50	50

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Trevor Hooth

Age: 20 yr
Height: 6-0
Weight: 156 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 IFA
RuleV: 2021

Physical Description: Small frame. Looks bigger than listed weight. Still plenty of room for projection as he adds weight.

Hit: Slightly open stance. Rests bat on his shoulder until load. Big leg kick. Once his leg kicks his hands quickly find the launch position. Hands fire when the foot comes down. Flat bat path. His body is in sync. Swings hard and wild. Not much barrel control making it difficult to make quality contact. Will swing often, but covers the plate well. Will dive out over the plate on offspeed pitches out of the zone.Can get pull happy and sell out for power, increasing swing and miss. Grade: 40

Power: Quick hands and above average bat speed provide power. On the flip side, his high effort swing is hard to control. His hard swing will show some fantastic raw BP power. As his frame fills out, there is more to come. Has a tendency to start swing before his foot is down. The ingredients for power are there, but filling out his frame and barrel control will be vital in accessing it. Grade: 40

Field: Sufficient with the glove. Has been used at 3B and SS in the past, could settle into either as a defensive home. Grade: 50

Arm: Strong arm. Has proven accurate in the lower levels as well. Should allow him to stay at either position on the left side of the infield. Grade: 50

Run: Has shown the ability to steal bases. Steals come more from instinct than raw speed. Likely not to become a massive steals threat, but he's also not slow. Grade: 50

Overall: There's work to be done with the bat. With his natural ability and room for projection, there's reason to believe the power is what has the most growth potential. His plate coverage might yield him an average hit tool, but he'll need to find the barrel. He swings very hard to sell out for power, which can cost him barrel control. Defensively he will be able to settle into anywhere on the infield, and there is projection in the bat to dream on.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Michael Rucker - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	RHP	41	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	CB	SL	CH	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	55	50	60	45	55/45

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Jake Kerns

Age: 27 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2016 Draft - Round 11
RuleV: Eligible

Physical Description: Maxed out physically. Thick lower half. Goes about his business on the mound.

Delivery & Mechanics: Easy, repeatable delivery. Little effort. 3/4 slot from the right side. Consistent release point. Gets good extension and lands softly, but sometimes falls off toward 1B.

Fastball: 92-95. Shows easy velocity, topping out at 97 after a spike in 2020. Was 89-92 before 2019. Keeps the ball down in the zone and locates it well side-to-side. Lacks movement but plays up because batters do not see it until late. Grade: 55

Curveball: Solid shape and depth. Can be slurvy at times. Uses it to keep batters off-balance. Tends to throw it away from the hitter. Pitch lags behind his slider but is usable and flashes at least average. Grade: 50

Slider: Trusts it and will throw it during any count. Uses it as his out pitch. Dives into lefthanders and leads to big swings and misses. Righthanders chase it out of the zone. Keeps it down. Creates poor contact when barreled. Grade: 60

Changeup: Looks like fastball out of hand. Natural arm-side run. Does not throw it often but demonstrates feel for the pitch. Grade: 45

Overall: A Rule V selection by Baltimore in 2019 after his velocity spiked, Rucker was returned to the team around Spring Training. He projects best as an up/down reliever but there's additional upside, potentially as a multi-inning reliever, if the velocity holds and he makes gains on his curveball and changeup.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Low

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Edmond Americaan - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	OF	40	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	Hit	Power	Field	Arm	Run
35	30	45	45	40	60	60

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 24 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 170 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2018 Draft - Round 35
RuleV: 2021

Physical Description: Wiry, loose athlete with underdeveloped baseball skills. High energy, has some flash, doesn't lack confidence.

Hit: Loose hands, utilizes double toe-tap as trigger with hands cocking and ready to swing. Aesthetically pleasing left-handed swing with high one-handed follow through. Will also use wheels and lay down a bunt. Strong bunter and will take a walk. Solid fit around the edges of a lineup. Grade: 45

Power: There's underrated strength here. Plays more of a scrappy type game but don't let that fool you, there's some pop in the bat. Learned how to pull the ball with the Cubs and now will hit some no doubters to right. Average raw power here. Grade: 45

Field: Inconsistent routes and poor angles make him a better fit on a corner despite his speed. Strong fit for right field due to arm. Grade: 40

Arm: Has a strong arm. Accurate, strong foot work. Some transfer issues but arm is a weapon. Grade: 60

Run: Plus speed. Can steal bases, but needs some polish on the basepaths. Speed makes up for less than ideal angles in the outfield. Grade: 60

Overall: Very fun player to watch. Older than most prospects at his level but unusual developmental timeline to blame for that. He was born in Curacao and drafted three times, but he ended up at JUCO powerhouse Chipola and is making up for lost time.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High

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Erich Uelman - Scouting Report

Rank History

Year	Team	Position	Team Rank	OFP
2021	CHC	RHP	39	35

Grades Update: Nov 2020

OFP	Role	FB	SL	Cmd/Cnt
35	30	55	50	50/40

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Nov 2020 Report

Evaluator: Matt Thompson

Age: 25 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 185 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 Draft - Round 4
RuleV: Eligible

Physical Description: Good body, limited projection. Mature durable build.

Delivery & Mechanics: Uses an abbreviated windup, has toned down hand movement since college. Throws across body with low 3/4 arm slot and will vary timing. Gets himself in strong fielding position after delivery. Repeats mechanics very well.

Fastball: Sinker, his primary pitch. Gets weak contact more than swing and misses, bottom falls out of the pitch making it difficult to square up. Works everything low in the zone. Above-average pitch. Leans heavily on it. Can touch 95. Sits 91-94. Grade: 55

Slider: His best secondary pitch. Good movement but doesn't miss bats, instead getting more groundballs. Will throw the pitch in any count and it plays well off of the sinker. Grade: 50

Control and Command: Control over command profile. Throws strikes but will leak over the middle of the plate too much. When he's in sync he lives on the lower quadrants and even below the zone. Thin margin for error and below average command is living on the fringes of a big league roster. Control: 50 | Command: 40

Overall: Future relief arm. Could get some extra ticks on the fastball with a permanent shift to the pen. Ability to work multiple innings increases big league utility with expanded staffs.

OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Moderate

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