Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ARI | 3B | 31 | 40 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 50 | 45 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Robert James
Age: 22 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 190 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 5th
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Average height and medium build but he looks very block-y. He looks kind of like a catcher but he is tall, it's not that he's short, he just has that squat catcher's look. Thick lower half. His body is almost completely maxed out, although he'll probably get a bit thicker as he ages.
Hit: Odd batting stance. His body is closed off and pre-load he holds his hands up with bat resting on his shoulder at a 45 degree angle. He bounces the bat up and down on his shoulder as the pitch is coming. Also, his posture is very peculiar, he's standing almost completely straight up and sort of dives at the plate during the pitch. Very good bat speed. He's quick to the ball and his swing is not off-balanced but it does not look like he's getting the most out of his physical power. His approach is good, he works counts and draws plenty of walks. Does not have a ton of swing and miss Grade: 45
Power: Around average, really warning track power or doubles power. However, he can drive the ball to the opposite field. Feels like he could tap into his power more with a swing adjustment but as is its a tick below average. Grade: 45
Field: Kennedy has almost exclusively played 3B but last year saw a few rare starts at 2B. His defense is not great, he's actually a better athlete then he looks, and his reflexes are fine but he made a lot of errors last year. I think he actually looks better at 3B then his scouting report would indicate but even putting him as slightly below average is probably generous. Grade: 45
Arm: Strong and accurate, capable of making any routine throw as long as he sets his feet. Can make throws from behind the bag as well but lack of foot speed makes him a poor fit at anywhere but 3B in the future. Grade: 50
Run: Kennedy is not a great runner but again, he runs fine for a 3B. I did not clock him Grade: 45
Overall: Kennedy has been a very solid contributor for Arizona since he was selected in the draft. If he hit for more power, the profile would be a lot more attractive but as is there's no real carrying tool. Right now, Kennedy projects as bench bat, although I suppose there could be more if he tweaks his swing and finds more power.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below Average Player - Bench/Platoon
Risk: High
