Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MIL | C | 25 | 40 |
Grades Update: Jan 2021
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 50 | 45 | 45 | 50 | 35 |
Jan 2021 Report
Evaluator: Ian Smith
Age: 23 yr
Height: 5-11
Weight: 210 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Round 4
RuleV: 2023
Physical Description: Very stocky frame with limited projection remaining. Shows present strength throughout his frame, with a well defined lower half.
Hit: Right handed hitter who will operate out of an open stance with a shoulder width base. Hands sit at his ears with his elbow high. Bat speed is average but will take a short path to the ball with impressive contact rates. Bat path will get into impressive vertical bat angles and finishes. Shows ability to recognize breaking balls and high fastballs, but has small trouble with upper velocity. Very good BB/K% throughout his college and early pro career Grade: 50
Power: Primarily gap-gap power with ability to get lift into balls pull side . Bat path and natural raw strength would be conducive to slightly more pop as he develops, but his overall line drive approach caps the overall ceiling. Grade: 45
Field: Limited flexibility moving east to west, but shows athleticism getting out of the crouch and blocking the plate. Pop times in the 1.92-2.05 range. Has earned rave reviews for his game calling ability Grade: 45
Arm: Very accurate on throws with impressive carry. Will use a short arm path and gets his weight behind his throws. Impressive caught stealing numbers Grade: 50
Run: Below average runner. Will take short, choppy steps and does not reach top speed till very late in his stride Grade: 35
Overall: Kahle shows the ability to hit for a solid enough average and playable power, combined with a relentless work ethic behind the plate. Gives you a very solid floor as a platoon catcher. If he improves his receiving, then possibly a starter role is in his future.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench or Platoon
Risk: Moderate
