Ian Smith pens a formal report on Eury Perez - a teenager in full season ball with three swing-and-miss offerings that consistently avoids hard contact.
Mick Abel - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | PHI | RHP | 2 | 55 |
Grades Update: Feb 2021
| OFP | Role | FB | CB | SL | CH | Cnt/Cmd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 60 | 70 | 50 | 55 | 60 | 60/55 |
Feb 2021 Report
Evaluator: Mike Kinsela
Age: 19 yr
Height: 6-5
Weight: 198 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2020 Round 1
RuleV: 2024
Physical Description: Long and lean build with broad, extremely projectable body overall. Prototypical prep pitcher build, ideal build.
Mechanics: Abel's arm stroke gets a little long and offline at times, but that's presently the only mechanical red flag and he's already done work to improve the efficiency of his arm path. He's directional, into his lower half, and timed up over his front side, and already throws a ton of strikes.
Fastball: Pitch reached as high as 97 mph on amateur circuit, 100 mph in bullpens prior to the draft, and allegedly 101 more recently. He had a tendency to have velocity dips over the course of games but that can be improved as he gets more physical. The pitch plays with above-average sink/run down in the zone, and he can create more ride up in the zone as well. Grade: 70
Curveball: His 4th pitch right now but still a solid one, gets more on top of it than SL and creates more vertical shape, struggles separating the two at times and turns this pitch slurvy, mostly upper-70's at present in terms of velocity, has feel for it and it should be a solid pitch for him long term. Grade: 50
Slider: Solid pitch at present, good tight bite with two-plane shape and above-average spin characteristics, not thrown all that firmly yet but flashes of a plus pitch on the amateur circuit, reasonable to project it as plus but there are some inconsistencies that hold this evaluator back. Grade: 55
Changeup: Best secondary pitch on the circuit and beyond, extremely comfortable and throws the pitch with fastball arm speed and excellent pronation, good late fade with some tumble, can throw it to hitters of either handedness, bat-missing pitch. Grade: 60
Control and Command: Generally fills up the strike zone and is developing well in terms of command. Starter projection for both. Control: 60 | Command: 55
Overall: 4-pitch prep starter who was the best prep arm in '20 draft class, continues refining already-loud arsenal and has the physical projection, operation, and command projection to project a #2 starter.
OFP: 55
Role: 60 - #1-#2 Impact Frontline SP
Risk: High
Ryne Nelson - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ARI | RHP | 32 | 40 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | FB | SL | CH | Cnt/Cmd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 60 | 55 | 40 | 50/40 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Rhys White
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 184 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 2nd
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Gangly with long arms and legs. Ideal starter height with room to fill out on his frame.
Mechanics: Nelson is straight up with his back leg facing towards the third-base side. He begins his motion by dropping his glove hand and he has a moderate leg kick and stands still for a second before driving towards home plate. He extends his right-arm towards second and his glove arm towards home. He follows through with loose arm action and releases the ball at a high three-quarters slot. He ends up falling slightly towards the first-base side.
Fastball: Nelson in college had a fastball that would reach 98 but upon entering the professional ranks was sitting 93-95. The fastball has an elite movement profile that is best utilized when spotted up in the zone where the fastball rides up. There is no count that Nelson won't use the fastball and he especially likes to blow it past guys for strikeouts. While the fastball has ideal velocity and spin characteristics he lacks command of the offering, which at times causes the fastball to play down. Grade: 60
Slider: His slider comes at you from a high release point has above average vertical movement. Has 1-to-7 movement with plenty of late bite. He generates swings and misses with the slider especially when he can spot it on the outside half of the strike zone to both left-handed and right-handed batters. Grade: 55
Changeup: The changeup is thrown from the same high slot as the other two offerings. The changeup does not have the fade or movement one would expect and he lacks feel for the offering. He tends to overthrow the changeup resulting in the offering looking like a fringe fastball as opposed to a changeup that plays off his exceptional fastball. He tends to throw it low in the zone to avoid being crushed, his lack of feel for the offering and lack of command means it will be thrown into spots where hitters will make loud contact with it. Grade: 40
Control and Command: Nelson does an average job of throwing strikes, but has below-average command. He has shown the ability to fill the zone, but he doesn't know where many of his offerings are going. He did spend his college career split between being a position player and a reliever so there is some hope that the command and control take a tick forward as he focuses on just pitching. Control: 50 | Command: 40
Overall: There are some days that you will watch Nelson and all three offerings are finding the zone and you can tell yourself that he may stick as a starter. However for the most part his inconsistent command of all his offerings leads me to believe he will ultimately end up as a reliever. He has three pitches and when he is spotting the fastball up in the zone it will be a dangerous weapon for him to get guys to swing and miss. He is a good athlete and has been focusing on just pitching for over two years now so there is some upside there. The Diamondbacks will continue to develop him as a starter in hopes the command and changeup can come along, but I ultimately think he could be transitioned to the bullpen where his fastball and slider are better suited.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Low Leverage Reliever
Risk: Moderate
Beau Philip - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ATL | SS | 34 | 35 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 30 | 40 | 30 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Anthony Franco
Age: 22 yr
Height: 6-0
Weight: 190 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft, Round 2
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Narrow, skinny build; doesn't have a ton of room for projection in the shoulders or lower half. Average athleticism.
Hit: Open stance, bat rests just above back shoulder; leg kick as timing mechanism. Short levers limit swing length, help him handle velocity despite fringe-average bat speed. Below-average bat control, some stiffness in swing. Doesn't make much authoritative contact. Average plate discipline. Grade: 40
Power: Lack of physicality leads to well below-average raw power. Flat bat path geared for low-angle contact. Grade: 30
Field: Despite not being a flashy athlete, very polished at shortstop. Light on his feet, moves well laterally. Good infield actions and hands. Should have no trouble sticking at shortstop, although he figures to log time throughout the infield on the way up the minor-league ladder in preparation for eventual utility role. Grade: 60
Arm: Has more than enough arm strength to stick at shortstop. Capable of making throws from deep in the hole. Grade: 60
Run: Has posted plus home-to-first times; have previously clocked him at 4.21 seconds, on par with Delino DeShields Jr. and Garrett Hampson. Grade: 60
Overall: Philip's second-round draft pedigree is a bit misleading, as he signed for well below slot. On talent, he fit more in the third to fourth round mix. He probably doesn't have the offensive tools to be a regular, as he lacks power and doesn't have the bat control to make a fantastic amount of contact. Philip's a very good defensive infielder who fits as a future glove-first utility type at the back end of a roster.
OFP: 35
Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency Depth
Risk: High
Joshua Mears - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | SD | OF | 10 | 40 |
Grades Update: Mar 2021
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 40 | 55 | 45 | 55 | 45 |
Mar 2021 Report
Evaluator: Joe Doyle
Age: 20 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 230 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired:
RuleV: 2023
Physical Description: Big, strong-bodied outfielder with big forearms and tree-trunk lower half. Mears has a ton of raw physical strength and better athleticism than his height-weight profile might suggest. Corner outfield profile.
Hit: Mears makes most of his money punishing fastballs, though he's certainly no stranger to pummeling hanging breaking balls. He's a dead-pull hitter most of the time and struggling to get extended on pitches he's late on. Pitch recognition has been an issue in his young career as he's been susceptible to striking out on advanced breaking balls. Grade: 40
Power: Plus raw power with sell-out juice to his pull side. Gets to it in-games, though still learning to induce loft on the baseball. The power ceiling is substantial, though he's still learning how to use it all on the field. Grade: 55
Field: Fringy defender who's destined for a corner outfielder. Grade: 45
Arm: Very good arm strength with plenty of carry. Some tail up the line when making throws home from right field. Above average tool. Grade: 55
Run: Some lumber in his step though more athletic than he probably gets credit for. The body likely will age into a below average runner at his peak, but for now there's some value on the basepaths and he isn't a liability in a corner. Grade: 45
Overall: Mears is a very physical, broad-body outfielder who moves relatively well for his hulking size. He's destined for a corner at the next level where there will be a good bit of pressure on his power to buoy his value at the big league level. He's a fastball ambush hitter right now, though he's reportedly seen growth in plate discipline and pitch identification at the complex for San Diego.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below Average Player - Bench / Platoon
Risk: High
Corbin Carroll - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ARI | OF | 1 | 55 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 60 | 60 | 50 | 60 | 55 | 70 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Rhys White
Age: 20 yr
Height: 5-10
Weight: 165 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2019 1st
RuleV: 2023
Physical Description: Average height with a wiry frame. Not the most physically imposing athlete but has well-defined muscles in his arms and legs. Corbin Carroll is built similarly to a traditional NFL slot receiver.
Hit: Carroll has a simple pre-pitch set-up standing straight up with minimal movement. As the pitch is leaving the pitcher's hand he squats down, has a slight leg kick, and is short and direct with the bat. Carroll looks to hit the ball to all fields but is at his best when he is spraying hard line-drives in the gaps. possesses the ability to turn on a pitch inside and drive towards his pull-side. He has a level swing plane which will result in his fair share of line-drives. He shows great plate coverage with the ability to make consistent contact on pitches in the zone. He shows a plus understanding of the strike zone which will allow him to draw his fair share of walks. Carroll has a plus ability to read spin out of the hand, which allows him to not be fooled by breaking stuff. Carroll rarely strikes out thanks to his pitch-recognition and polished approach at the plate. Grade: 60
Power: Carroll has average raw swing-strength with plus bat-speed and a level swing path. There are some concerns on how he will be able to turn the bat-speed and swing-strength into over-the-fence power because of his linear swing plane. He does show average pull-side power from time to time. There is some slight projection in the frame and there are some swing-path adjustments that he can do to unlock more power. Grade: 50
Field: Carroll is a no-doubt centerfielder. He is equally adept at going forward on weak bloopers as he is going backward to collect balls hit at the warning track. Carroll reads the ball well off balls that hit off the outfield wall. He makes good reads off the bat and takes quick and efficient routes to the ball. He is able to move both to his left and his right to get balls in the gaps. He covers ground well thanks to his double-plus speed and has above-average range for the position. To go along with all of his physical gifts he has well above-average instincts which allow him to make the difficult plays in center. Grade: 60
Arm: He has more than enough arm for any spot in the outfield. His throws are accurate with good carry. He gets the ball in quickly to the infield when the ball is hit in the outfield. Grade: 55
Run: Easy double-plus runner. Underway Corbin is an electric athlete with a smooth stride and a good first step. He will be a stolen-base threat at the highest level because of his quick jump, his outstanding foot-speed, and his great feel for the game. If given the opportunity to run Corbin Carroll can easily surpass twenty stolen-bases in a full season, with the upside for more. Carroll's legs are an asset in all facets of the game, as a fielder in center-field, to help leg out infield singles, to go first-to-third on a routine hit, and as a stolen base threat. With his speed he is going to wrack up extra-base hits, extending singles into doubles and extending doubles into triples. Grade: 70
Overall: Corbin Carroll has the tools to be a very valuable big-league player with a long and fruitful career. He is a plus hitter who is a plus defender at a premium defensive position and will provide value as a base-runner thanks to his double-plus speed. To go along with Carroll's physical abilities he has a great feel for the game that will allow him to impact the game in a multitude of ways. The only thing holding him back from being a true five-tool player is the power projection. There is a top of the order hitter with the speed and hit tool combination to be one of the more electric hitters in the game of baseball.
OFP: 55
Role: 60 - Above Average Player - Occasional All-Star
Risk: Moderate
Adley Rutschman - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | BAL | C | 1 | 60 |
Grades Update: Dec 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 70 | 60 | 60 | 55 | 60 | 40 |
Dec 2020 Report
Evaluator: Jake Boes
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 220 lbs
Hits/Throws: S/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 1
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Tall, strong, sturdy frame; more athletic than average for a catcher. Broad, sloping shoulders with beefy arms; perhaps a bit of baby fat left in the torso but the jersey fits loose. Thick, muscular thighs and legs requisite for being behind the plate. The frame is mostly developed; frame reminds me of Brian McCann with more athleticism; may need maintenance in the future but ability and work ethic should keep him fit. Quiet confidence; lead by example type.
Hit: True switch-hitter with comfort from both sides; compact stance; open with the feet just outside of shoulder-width; hands sit at the letters from the left side but near the helmet when hitting righty. Upper half stays fairly upright but deep crouch at the knee to form a wide base. Generates plus bat speed thanks to powerful legs and quick hands through the zone; uses the entire field; strength and approach do not make sell-out swings necessary to drive the ball; impressive plate coverage; manipulates the barrel well. Controls at-bats; does not stray from approach. Impressive strike zone awareness. Grade: 60
Power: Head-turning raw power that translates in-game due to his ability to hit to all fields with authority; over-the-fence power is most apparent to the pull field but will hit a fair share of gappers and home runs to the big parts of the ballpark. Overall may be slightly better from the left side, but plus power nevertheless. Grade: 60
Field: Plus defender; first-rate receiving skills behind the plate; pitchers love throwing to him. Reads his battery mate well; quiet glove with the ability to frame. Shows effort in the little things; pounces out of the crouch for fly balls in foul ground and hustles to back up infield throws. Grade: 60
Arm: Above-average arm; good strength and mechanics throwing the ball. Pop times in the 2.03-2.05 range; accuracy is less than desirable at times going off-line or bouncing throws. Shows enough athleticism and want to possibly correct with continued pro instruction. Grade: 55
Run: Below-average runner; shows instincts on the bases with good effort, but running ability will never be a weapon. Not lazy on the bases but not likely to leg out routine ground balls. Grade: 40
Overall: Rutschman has all the tools to negate any shortcomings; his switch-hitting ability takes away his platoon risk, his effortless power limits his strikeout risk, and his innate defensive abilities figure to allow him to stay behind the plate - a position traditionally tough to build a long career on. With his type of athleticism, however, even an eventual first base role would not hinder his profile or his ability to reach all-star games in the major leagues. If there is nit-picking to be made, it's with the arm and particularly the accuracy. Still, it figures to play above-average at the next level and his defensive abilities bring his floor about as high as possible for a catching prospect.
OFP: 60
Role: 70 - Impact Player, Perennial All-Star
Risk: Moderate
Derek Hill - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | OF | 23 | 40 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 30 | 40 | 60 | 50 | 60 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Jake Boes
Age: 25 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2014 Draft - Round 1
RuleV: On 40-man
Physical Description: Well-proportioned, athletic frame with average strength. 6'2" 195 pounds appears accurate; quick twitch movements with no physical projection remaining. Lengthy injury history includes: knee, groin, quad, and back issues as well as Tommy John Surgery in 2016.
Hit: Stance begins slightly open but will close during load. Hands high with back elbow just above hands; utilizes hip turn and maintains a wide base throughout swing. Slight uppercut finish. Above-average bat speed through the zone generated with moderately high leg kick and aggressive hip turn. Approach is over-aggressive and has recently changed to sell out for power; can get behind in counts and will chase at high velocity and good spin both. Strikeouts will be problematic due to approach and inconsistent bat path. Grade: 30
Power: Has shown the ability to hit for extra bases to all fields in-game; home run power mostly to pull field. Speed will push extra-base numbers up. Hit tool and approach will prevent power from hitting average numbers. Grade: 40
Field: Impressive glove; highlight-reel catches consistently. Aggressive instincts and running ability allows him to rob bloop hits and gappers. Excellent routes; is able to track deep fly balls with ease. Reads ball off the bat exceptionally well; strong, reliable defender at any outfield position. Grade: 60
Arm: Average arm strength good for any outfield position; adequate enough to make throws to the nearest bag or hit cut off on relays. Grade: 50
Run: Plus runner; long legs but uses shorter, faster strides to get around the bases. Injury history and physical development have caused regression, but would still be good for double-digit steals in a full season. Leverages legs efficiently in the outfield. Grade: 60
Overall: Hill's fielding prowess and running ability carry the profile; continuing to refine the approach would push the hit grade, power, as well as his role grade all higher. However, minimal time to make such large adjustments at the major league level. Likely has reached projection.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon / Utility
Risk: Low
Andre Lipcius - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 3B/2B/SS | 23 | 40 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 45 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 45 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Jake Boes
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 190 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 3
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Ordinary build; athletic frame with room to add strength throughout. Legs have definition but room to add with maturity. List height and weight of 6'1" 190 pounds appears accurate.
Hit: Open stance; hands at the letters with a cocked back elbow; shoulders relaxed with weight favoring the backside. Pronounced leg kick early in counts that will shift to a small pivot with two strikes; will also choke up when behind. Fringe-average hit tool; contact-emphasized approach; stroke will get long against spin; bat stays in the zone a long time. Approach will dilute quality contact and limit walks and strikeouts both. Grade: 45
Power: Flashes raw power but plays below average in-game; approach not conducive to over-the-fence power. Raw power and physical projection remaining should allow power to play fringe-average. Grade: 45
Field: Quick feet and smooth transfers with soft hands; makes expected plays. Steady defender at each position he plays. Grade: 50
Arm: Above-average arm strength; should have enough to play anywhere in the dirt. Good throwing mechanics; sets feet nicely. Will throw up the line occasionally. Accuracy makes the arm play average despite above-average strength. Grade: 50
Run: Currently an average runner with 4.3 times home to first. Will likely lose a step with physical maturity; can do little things well like tag up or take an extra base, but will not be a base-stealing threat. Grade: 45
Overall: No loud carrying tools present risk for the profile, but does enough things to be a utility-type on an MLB roster. Making quality contact more consistently is key to an everyday future, but more likely a utility or platoon type with some pop.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Utility
Risk: Moderate
Nick Quintana - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 3B | 22 | 40 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 55 | 55 | 40 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 23 yr
Height: 5-10
Weight: 187 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 2
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Listed size (5'10, 190) appears accurate. Lacks ideal height for the position, but well-built with a muscular chest and arms. Minimal room to add mass. Built like former Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge. Older brother Zach pitched in the Brewers organization.
Hit: Hits from a standard base, with a relaxed, upright stance. Moderate leg kick into stride. Showed a good deal of pre-swing movement in college, but quieter in pro ball. Hands start at ear level, with the bat vertical, before dropping to his shoulders and loading. Shows plus bat speed with loft. Average plate discipline, but struggles to alter bat path, making swings and misses common. At his best when using the whole field, but figures to be a streaky hitter throughout his career. Grade: 40
Power: Bat speed and natural loft help him drive the ball to all parts of the park. Shows plus power to the pull field. Ultimate power production will depend on hitting approach. Could produce above-average home run totals if he sells out for power to the pull field. Grade: 50
Field: Projects to be an above-average defender at the hot corner. Has soft hands and makes good decisions. Was a high-school shortstop, but his lack of foot speed and range pushed him to third. Does a good job of charging and bare-handing bunts or weak hits, and he has an above-average arm. Grade: 55
Arm: Shows above-average velocity and solid accuracy. Ran into some trouble in his pro debut by occasionally letting his arm angle drop on routine throws, resulting in balls that tailed or sank into the dirt. Should be a fairly easy fix. Grade: 55
Run: Below-average runner. Gets to first in 4.4-4.45 seconds from the right side. Fringe-average underway. Not a base clogger but unlikely to swipe more than a handful of bases in any one year. Grade: 40
Overall: Nick Quintana has the power potential and defensive chops to be at least a second-divisional regular at third base, but his future is heavily dependent on the development of his hit tool. His tough pro debut and the lost 2020 season make 2021 extremely important for him.
OFP: 40
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: High
Colt Keith - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 3B | 21 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 60 | 50 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 19 yr
Height: 6-2
Weight: 220 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2020 Draft - Round 5
RuleV: 2024
Physical Description: Colt Keith is tall and broad shouldered with a high waist. Added muscle to his upper body over the past year, but he still has room for more strength gains there. Thighs and butt lack mass but appear fairly well defined. Overall frame is reminiscent of Corey Seager. Above-average athlete who was a highly regarded youth wrestler and a legitimate draft prospect as a pitcher.
Hit: Sets up with feet just outside of shoulders and front leg slightly open. Keeps hands at ear level and waggles bat over shoulder, parallel to the ground. Minimal load, but employs a big leg kick that sometimes causes his shoulders to drift over the plate. Has plus bat speed and shows the solid pitch recognition and bat-to- balls skills to be a fringe-average hitter. Grade: 45
Power: Below-average present power. Hips and shoulders move in unison. Has some natural loft to his swing to the pull field but a flatter, more line-drive oriented stroke to the opposite field. Figures to get to average power as he fills out his frame, and could get to plus with improved hip and shoulder separation. Grade: 50
Field: Prep shortstop who lacks the hands and actions to stick there in pro ball. Has a chance to be an average defender at third base or in right field thanks to his athleticism and arm strength. Grade: 50
Arm: Owns a plus arm. Ran his fastball up to 93 in short stints as a pitcher, and really lets it go on the infield, using a high arm slot to keep his throws true. Arm would likely play well in the outfield. Grade: 60
Run: Turns in solid average run times. Gets to first from the left side in 4.2-4.25 seconds. Above-average runner underway, but likely loses a step as his body matures. Grade: 50
Overall: Colt Keith has an impressive collection of tools, but he carries the typical high-risk profile of a prep position player. He'll need significant development to his hit and power tools to reach his ceiling as an everyday third baseman or corner outfielder. His risk profile is mitigated ever so slightly by a potential return to the mound if things go sideways for him in the batter's box.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: High
Gage Workman - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 3B/SS | 20 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 55 | 55 | 50 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 21 yr
Height: 6-4
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: S/R
Acquired: 2020 Draft - Round 4
RuleV: 2024
Physical Description: Tall and lithe with long levers and a well-proportioned torso. High waisted with lean thighs. Workman is a graceful, athletic runner with an extremely projectable frame.
Hit: Switch-hitter who sets up with a wide base in a moderate crouch, while keeping his upper-body upright. Uses an open stance with a small leg kick that brings him back in line. Begins with hands at head level and bat over his shoulder, parallel to the ground. Pulls hands back and then down to load before accelerating through the zone. Shows above-average bat speed with natural loft and a high finish. Likes to get extended and sometimes struggles to clear his hips and get to inside fastballs. Shows a very aggressive approach and has pitch recognition issues from both sides of the plate. Projects as a below-average hitter. May be the sort of player who needs two full seasons in the high minors. Grade: 40
Power: Current game power plays to average. Shows above-average raw pop from both sides of the dish. Can go out to all fields if he gets his arms extended. Big exit velocities and projectable frame point to future plus power if he can refine his approach. Grade: 50
Field: Has all the ingredients to be above-average defender at third base. Shows good first-step quickness and reactions for the hot corner. Has the footwork and judgment to play himself into good hops. Smooth actions, soft hands and a strong, accurate arm. Currently capable of playing an adequate shortstop, but unlikely to maintain that ability as he fills out frame Grade: 55
Arm: Solid-average arm strength from both positions on the left side of the infield. Arm plays up a bit thanks to impressive accuracy from multiple angles. Grade: 55
Run: Fringe-average runner out of the box with heavy first step; 4.25 to first from the left side, 4.35 from the right. Has a good top gear and shows above-average speed when underway. Long, graceful strides. Grade: 50
Overall: Gage Workman is an impressive athlete with good tools and tons of projection. He stands out now for defense, but he also affects the game with his power and speed. He's still raw at the plate, and his future role is heavily dependent on both his physical growth, and his growth as a hitter. Has legitimate All-Star upside, but the gap between his floor and ceiling is vast. Most likely path to MLB time is as a four-corners utility man.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: High
Jake Rogers - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | C | 19 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 80 | 30 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Jake Boes
Age: 26 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2016 Draft - Round 3, HOU
RuleV: On 40-man
Physical Description: Typical catcher frame; sturdy with wide shoulders and hips; thick, strong legs with minimal strength gains remaining throughout. Smooth and agile movements behind the plate; 6'1" and 192 pound list appear accurate.
Hit: Open stance with a wide base; hands start at the letters with bat on the shoulder. Load featured a high and pronounced leg kick but recently switched to a more conventional slide step. Approach revolves around all-or-nothing swings; bat stays in the zone very little time due to forward hands and uppercut finish. Works counts to find a pitch to drive; will walk but also strike out often due to approach. Shows ability to lay off spin below the zone. Grade: 40
Power: Conscious effort to put the ball in the air; good lift for power. Leg kick and high finish have yielded average home run totals throughout minor leagues and figure to remain average due to contact issues and limited physical projection remaining. Home run power almost exclusively to the pull field. Grade: 50
Field: Confident, plus defender; moves well behind the plate; steady and reliable defense. Glove instincts; soft hands receiving with good framing ability; glove is quiet and presents borderline pitches well. Uncharacteristic struggles defensively in small sample at MLB level--track record of defense in minors suggests it was mental. Grade: 60
Arm: Elite arm capable of making every throw expected of a catcher accurately; an absolute cannon for an arm behind the plate. Quick release on stolen base attempts; pop times range between double plus and elite-1.91-1.95; strong arm and textbook throwing mechanics. Grade: 80
Run: Well below-average running ability; station-to-station and not a base- stealing threat. Typical runner for a catcher. Grade: 30
Overall: Defense and arm carry the profile; role will hinge on ability to make more contact at the plate. Framing is valuable currently but would be negated by an automated zone in the future. Floor is a journeyman back-up but may start long-term if his recent changes with approach yield more consistent contact.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Moderate
Kody Clemens - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 2B | 18 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 45 | 50 | 45 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: James Chipman
Age: 25 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 170 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2018 Draft - Round 3
RuleV: 2021
Physical Description: Average height; medium build. Above-average strength and athleticism. Very little physical projection remaining. Impressive instincts and hunger for success. Has bloodlines: son of legend Roger Clemens; brother of MLB draftees Kacy and Koby Clemens.
Hit: Slightly open stance; hands at the letters; crouched from a wide base. Loose handsy left-handed stroke with lots of moving parts. Plus bat speed that generates loud line drives and deep homers. Pull happy at times. Has decent pitch recognition but struggles with discipline. Walks at an above-average clip, but strikeouts at a below-average clip. Can be exposed with velocity inside, and change-ups and breaking balls on the outer third. Grade: 40
Power: Plus bat speed. Aggressive, pull side approach. Average potential moving forward. Enough raw power and potential hitting ability to comfortably project 15+ homers with a solid amount of doubles. Grade: 50
Field: Steady, sure-handed fringe-average defender. Will make the average play. Solid hands; fringy footwork and lateral quickness. Not an asset but won't be exposed. Grade: 45
Arm: Average arm. Gets it done. Enough arm strength to handle the keystone. Grade: 50
Run: Fringe-average runner. Hard out of the box but lacks a second gear. Primarily a station to station guy on the base-paths, but he'll swipe the occasional extra bag. Grade: 45
Overall: Low risk profile that predominantly features a summation of fringe- average to average parts. Should the approach and hit tool deficiencies shore up and exceed my below-average assessment, there's a potential solid bat first second-division regular profile. Realistic future is a solid bench bat with some pop that plays adequate defense.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Low
Roberto Campos - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | OF | 17 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 50 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 18 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 200 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2019 IFA
RuleV: 2024
Physical Description: Tall, lean, and muscular. Medium frame. Looks a bit like a wide receiver right now, but big thighs and butt suggest he'll get significantly larger.
Hit: Average setup with legs outside shoulders, moderate crouch, and slightly open stance. Holds hands at ear level. Uses a short load and moderate jab step before rotating through the zone. Has above-average bat speed and swing shows natural loft with a high finish. Grade: 50
Power: Shows impressive strength, bat speed, and loft. Hits the ball out to all fields and could even grow into 60-grade pop in his prime. Grade: 55
Field: Originally a third baseman, Campos has moved to the outfield in anticipation he'll grow out of the infield. Has the athleticism and arm strength to be an average right fielder. Grade: 50
Arm: Average arm strength. Still working on his mechanics and accuracy from the outfield, but should get to average. Grade: 50
Run: Impressive athlete for his size, with reportedly average speed. Likely to lose a step or two once he fills out his frame. Grade: 50
Overall: Enigmatic prospect with practically no game track record, but his tools, frame, and swing give him the look of a prototypical power-hitting corner outfielder.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Extreme
Jose De La Cruz - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | OF | 16 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 45 | 60 | 50 | 60 | 55 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 19 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2018 IFA
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Thick, well-proportioned, and strong. Explosive athlete with big forearms and calves. Room to add more mass to his chest, biceps, and thighs. If he fills out with good weight he'll look like an NFL running back.
Hit: Sets up with a narrow base, with knees roughly one foot apart. Relaxed, open stance with hands at chin level and bat held up at a 45-degree angle. Uses a big leg kick and sinks his hips before whipping bat through the zone. Shows easy plus bat speed, but an aggressive, pull- heavy approach and pitch recognition issues may limit the utility of his hit tool. Grade: 45
Power: Plus bat speed, good trunk rotation, and strong wrists and forearms help him produce excellent exit velocity and plus power. Can take the ball way out of the park to left field and center. Approach doesn't lead to much oppo pop, but he will hit his share of line-drive doubles. Grade: 60
Field: A natural center fielder with the instincts and present speed to handle the position. Unlikely to be more than average there, and as he fills out he may be forced to move to right. Grade: 50
Arm: Shows plus arm strength with solid throwing mechanics and accuracy. Grade: 60
Run: Has plus long speed but it plays to above-average in games because of a slow first step. Likely drops to average once he finishes growing. Grade: 55
Overall: From a pure tools perspective, Jose De La Cruz has one of the highest ceilings in the Detroit system. He projects as a prototypical power-hitting right fielder, but there's a slim chance he retains his current running ability and ends up a power/speed center fielder. His hit tool is still very raw, and he'll need to improve his pitch selection to make it out of Low-A ball.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Extreme
Adinso Reyes - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | 3B/SS | 15 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 45 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 19 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 195 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2018 IFA
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Compact, somewhat boxy frame. High-waisted with narrow shoulders, hips, and backside. Muscular upper body and thighs. Solid athlete. Not maxed out, but added mass would negatively impact his speed and mobility.
Hit: Balanced base with a mild bend at the knees and an upright, slightly closed stance. Hands start at ear level and rock backward during big leg kick, then pop up slightly before pulling quickly through the zone. Above-average bat speed with a level swing and above-average bat-to-ball skills. Adept at using the whole field and driving the ball the other way. Grade: 55
Power: Swing lacks natural loft, but his strength, bat speed, and barrel control give him a good chance to hit for average power. Can go deep to all fields. Grade: 50
Field: Signed as a shortstop but he needs a lot of work to stick at the position. His hands and range are average, but his throwing mechanics and footwork are inconsistent. Likely grows out of the position, but has a chance to be a solid-average defender at third base. Grade: 50
Arm: Has enough arm strength to capably man shortstop or third base, though his accuracy needs a bit of work, with throws sailing on him at times. Grade: 50
Run: Not especially quick out of the box but shows average speed, running his 60s around 7 seconds flat. Body type suggests he could lose a full grade by the time he's 24. Grade: 45
Overall: Advanced hitter with power potential and the defensive tools to stick in the dirt. Unlikely to stay at shortstop in the long term, but owns the offensive profile to develop into a potentially average big-league third baseman in the mold of fellow Tigers prospect Isaac Paredes.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Extreme
Bryant Packard - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | OF | 14 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 55 | 55 | 45 | 40 | 40 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Jake Boes
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-3
Weight: 200 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2019 Draft - Round 5
RuleV: 2022
Physical Description: Tall, large frame; square shoulders with room to add strength through the upper body; thick, strong thighs and legs. Sturdy base; build similar to Ryan Ludwick. Dealt with a wrist injury in 2019. Dropped significant weight recently most notable in the face and torso; likely 10-15 lbs under list weight.
Hit: Slightly open stance on top of the plate from the left side; hands sit at the letters before reaching back for load; slight crouch with a wide base; average stride; front foot pivots with hip turn. Strong hip turn and quick hands yield above average bat speed; little wasted movement; compact swing and finish. Controls at-bats; looks for a pitch to drive early in counts but is comfortable deep in counts. Will strikeout on good spin; will hit to all fields with comfort. Grade: 55
Power: Loud contact to all fields in BP; will show flashes in-game. Projects as an above average power hitter thanks to large frame, raw power, and added strength with development. Grade: 55
Field: Fringe-average fielder; running ability and arm will hinder OF versatility. Fine routes; steady glove but lacks range. Profiles in left field or first base. Grade: 45
Arm: Below average arm; throws lack carry and will move cut-offs off line. Accuracy may play to average, but arm strength will require him to play in left. At first base arm would play more fringe-average due to carry being less requisite. Grade: 40
Run: Below-average runner; not a base stealing threat but instinctual on the basepaths. Will not take away gap doubles in the field. Grade: 40
Overall: One of the rare prospects in the org where the hit tool carries the profile; not strong defensively, but his approach at the plate and power will be what inserts him in a lineup. Packard is in the process of shifting to first base currently; a spot where his defensive ceiling is higher if his glove can handle the job. Power and patience combination are exciting offensively; improved running ability would help the profile play average, but additional gains in the upper body may prevent that from coming to fruition.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Platoon / Utility
Risk: High
Alex Faedo - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | RHP | 13 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | FB | CB | SL | CH | Ctr/Cmd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 45 | 40 | 50 | 45 | 55/45 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: James Chipman
Age: 25 yr
Height: 6-5
Weight: 230 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2017 Draft - Round 1
RuleV: Eligible
Physical Description: Large imposing 6'5", 230 pound frame. Broad shoulders; long limbs; high waist; strong thick tree trunk legs - a sturdy workhorse frame capable of eating innings. Lacks athleticism. Negative track record of conditioning and durability concerns. Injury history includes right and left knee surgery, performed back in the Fall of 2016. Season ending IL stints in summer of 2019 (back strain) and summer of 2020 (forearm soreness).
Delivery & Mechanics: Constantly tinkering with delivery and arm slots. Shows his traditional scrunched up 3/4 slot with crossbody arm action and moderate effort delivery. Down the stretch in 2019, mixed in occasional starts with a more traditional upright delivery and high 3/4 slot, with mixed results. Leg kick, hand break and cross body arm action yield great deception. Batters seemed to track him well out of the traditional high 3/4 slot. Despite lacking athleticism, Faedo repeats fairly well and features average arm-speed. Perceived velocity decreases due to short stride and lack of optimal extension.
Fastball: Sits 89-92 and will bump 94 on occasion. Sinks the two-seamer low in the zone; four-seamer is overthrown and dangerously flat. Finds a lot of barrels; mistakes are loud and long. Grade: 45
Curveball: 77-79 with 12/6 shape. Only utilized in starts when he's throwing from a high 3/4 slot. Primarily a spike pitch down in the zone. Enough to challenge upper levels of the minors, below-average at the big league level. Grade: 40
Slider: 83-87; short single plane breaker. Occasional vintage dirty two-plane tilt. Sits fringy and flashes above-average depending on the delivery - plays best with traditional 3/4 slot and crossbody arm action. Future depends on delivery moving forward. Grade: 50
Changeup: Sits 82-85; has feel; maintains arm-speed; shows some late tumble and fade - lacks consistency. Flashed above-average early in his pro career; has stepped back showing mostly fringy to average. Grade: 45
Control and Command: Adequate strike thrower: fills all four quadrants with strikes. Advanced feel; has pitchability; sequences well. Shows above-average control with fringe-average command. Barrel and homer prone. Control: 55 | Command: 45
Overall: Frustrating profile. Curious to see which delivery and arm slot he chooses moving forward - hopefully it's the original standard 3/4. Overall his arsenal lacks optimal velocity and desired separation, as three offerings are within 7-10 mph. A consistent uptick in fastball velocity and/or the return of the former nastiness of the SL or CH is crucial for him to stick in the rotation. There's some backend of the rotation potential should any of that come to fruition. A more likely future is however that of an opener or solid low leverage reliever.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Opener or Low Leverage Reliever
Risk: Moderate
Daniel Cabrera - Scouting Report
Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | OF | 12 | 45 |
Grades Update: Nov 2020
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 40 | 55 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Nov 2020 Report
Evaluator: Chris Brown
Age: 22 yr
Height: 6-1
Weight: 196 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/L
Acquired: 2020 Draft - Round CBB
RuleV: 2024
Physical Description: Has an average build. Listed at 6'1, 200, but height may be a bit generous. Looks a bit like a wrestler, with a thick neck and sloped shoulders leaving little room for added upper-body mass. He's a solid athlete who is compact and muscular throughout, with strong thighs and calves.
Hit: Hits from an average base while keeping back leg relaxed and front leg extended and slightly open. Uses a small small leg lift for timing. Keeps hands at shoulder level and then pulls them down and back to load. Takes quick, level hacks through the zone that are more geared for line-drives than fly balls. Goes with pitches, using the whole field and producing plenty of hard contact to the gaps. He has a solid eye at the plate and handles velocity well, but he can occasionally get caught lunging at breaking balls low in the zone. Grade: 55
Power: Has above-average raw power to the pull field, but swing plane leads to more gap power than over-the-fence pop. May top out around 15-17 home runs, but could hit 30-40 doubles annually. Grade: 45
Field: Has played all three outfield positions. Projects as below-average in center but shows the adequate range and solid reads to be average in the corners. His average arm makes him playable in right field, but he likely fits best in left field at the Major League level. Grade: 50
Arm: Average arm. Pitched briefly as a freshman but topped out in the upper 80s. Outfield throws show decent carry and accuracy, but his arm is not likely to be a weapon. Grade: 50
Run: Above-average to plus straight-line speed that plays to average in games because he's somewhat stiff as a runner and lacks the agility to change directions quickly. He does like to run though, and could steal double-digit bases if given the green light. Grade: 50
Overall: Daniel Cabrera's long track-record and strong mechanics give him a good chance to be an above-average hitter at the MLB level. He'll need to get close to his ceiling as a hitter because the rest of his tools are fringe-average to average. He has a decent chance to be an everyday corner outfielder, with a future as the strong side of a 4th OF platoon equally as likely.
OFP: 45
Role: 40 - Below-Average Player: Bench / Platoon
Risk: Moderate