Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ARI | 3B | 44 | 35 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 45 | 55 | 30 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Matt Thompson
Age: 25 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 225 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 2nd
RuleV: 2020
Physical Description: Filled out, big physical corner infielder. Lacks athleticism.
Hit: I generally dislike mechanical comps, but this one is dead on. Ellis is a dead ringer for Matt Holliday aesthetically. Obviously he has nowhere near the hit tool as him, but The leg kick and swing components are dead on. Ellis has a good approach and will work walks, but is prone to weak contact due to pitch selection. Grade: 40
Power: Plus raw power that plays down a grade in game. Raw strength is the key driver for his power, but his superb trunk rotation also helps him get it done. Will try to swing at pitches he can't drive, needs to be more selective. Grade: 50
Field: Ellis was playing a lot of first base already at Louisville but has played mostly third with Arizona. Lacks a quick first step and range at the hot corner, but I don't mind the hands and think he's a decent enough fielder to stick there. Grade: 45
Arm: Ellis has an above-average arm at the hot corner. A move to first base would render that essentially useless, and he's not athletic enough to play the outfield. Grade: 55
Run: Poor runner, moves ok underway but slow. Grade: 30
Overall: Tweener profile for Ellis, meaning he might not hit for enough power if he has to move to first base full time. I think he's adequate enough at third to stick there, anyways, but it's close enough I'm sure that opinion is split. Ellis was available in this December's Rule Five draft and was not selected.
OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: Moderate
