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 |
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
