Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | TEX | RHP | 15 | 45 |
Grades Update: Mar 2021
| OFP | Role | FB | CB | CH | Cont/Cmd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 60 | 45 | 55 | 60/55 |
Mar 2021 Report
Evaluator: Tyler Jennings
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 198 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2015 IFA
RuleV: On 40-Man Roster
Physical Description: High-waisted right-hander with some projection left to his frame. Broad shoulders with long levers to his body. Athletic player. Durability is a concern, as he hasn't thrown more than 73.2 innings in a single season due to elbow ailments. Has been previously suspended for a banned substance in 2017.
Delivery & Mechanics: Low effort delivery with some deception to it. Utilizes first base side of rubber and triggers operation with a moderately high leg kick. Arm slot is low three-quarters with a slingy arm action. Generates good separation between hips and shoulders once foot is down, with the arm being on time.
Fastball: Rodriguez possesses a high-octane heater that has touched 98 MPH in the past, but usually sits in the 92-96 MPH range with high spin rates. Pitch gets good ride at the top of the zone, which will help the pitch play. Fastball has good run to the pitch, as well. Furthermore, Rodriguez has excellent command of the pitch and utilizes it all around the strike zone. Gets a solid amount of swings and misses with the pitch. Likely to be a plus offering at the major league level. Grade: 60
Curveball: Rodriguez's curveball is a bit of an oddball. It's a slurvy pitch in the low-to-mid-70's with decent shape and depth to it. Much like the fastball, Rodriguez's ability to spin the ball gives the pitch high spin rates, though the curveball needs tightening up. Might be better suited in throwing a slider at the next level. Projects as Rodriguez's third pitch. Grade: 45
Changeup: The change-up projects as Rodriguez's best secondary offering. It's a low-80's pitch with good separation to the fastball and has splitter action with good fade and sink to the pitch. Maintains good arm speed with pitch and sells it well. Throws it for strikes. Likely an above-average offering at next level. Grade: 55
Control and Command: Rodriguez has never walked more than 21 batters in a season, though take that with a grain of salt due to lack of professional innings. Either way, Rodriguez commands the ball well and helps his arsenal play. Has averaged just under two walks per nine innings throughout his career. Control: 60 | Command: 55
Overall: Rodriguez has the potential to rise up the rankings with a full season under his belt. However, he will likely not be a starter at the next level, as he must refine the breaking ball. Fits the role of a potential long relief arm or low leverage profile out of the bullpen. Will be interesting to see how the stuff plays with a full season.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Long Reliever or Low-Leverage Reliever
Risk: High
