Rodriguez really isnt a guy who will create a lot of separation. Hes a decisive runner with good vision; hell locate his hole and get through it more quickly than youd expect considering his size. No real juice to pull off explosive gains. He also has a hard slider that is short and hard enough that it gets described as a cutter. BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! MORE: FREE Mock Draft Simulator With Trades. Rodriguez plays to his 217-pound frame. Despite playing in only eight of Kentucky's games last year due to injury, Rodriguez still made an impact, racking up 904 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns on 175 carries. Overall, a plus offering with little projection necessary to reach its potential. For only playing in eight games, the numbers were fine, but his 5.2 yards per carry were by far a career low. For those not yet sold, Rodriguez recommends looking back at Kentucky's 52-21 victory over rival Louisville in Nov. 2021, in which Levis completed 14 of 18 passes I think hes likely to be strikeout prone from that side for good. Salvador came over from Cincinnati as the Player To Be Named in last years Brian Goodwin deadline deal. Doesn't possess elite breakaway speed, but is fast enough to gain yardage in chunks when Rodriguez finds a seam. Rodriguez was signed by the Angels back in 2014 and came up in their Dominican academy. Our rookie scouting reports combine film and analytics to provide the best possible predictions for player performance. He shows very good balance between the tackles, running behind his pads and packing the power to move a pile. If Detmers can hold this velo into the summer and start to wield it over the next several weeks with the same precision he did in college, hell move into the Top 100. A big back with very good feet. Good balance and coordination. BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! The same is true of his changeup. WebNevin notes that Rodriguez is still throwing bullpen sessions and playing catch, but the right-hander is no longer facing live hitters and remains without a timetable to make his Multiple scouts from all 30 teams watched him face a strong group of high school pitching and look much more comfortable than expected given his level of experience. Outside of those issues, Rodriguez was a two-time team captain and seems He projects as a bench stalwart and situational player. Major League and Minor League Baseball data provided by Major League Baseball. Generally finds a way to stay upright. Repeats delivery well; needs work at holding runners from the stretch. His curveball is hells rainbow, especially for left-handed hitters who think its headed for their lips, bail, and watch it bend into the zone. Rodriguez was suspended four games to start the 2022 season for all his 'incidents'. The top two, Sixto Sanchez and Ian Anderson, have playoff starts already on their resumes.The Tigers have two of the top 10 righthanders thanks to Casey Mize and Matt Manning. A stress reaction in his back cost Rodriguez all of 2018 and 19 (he made three starts in April 19 before he was shut down again and had surgery) but when healthy, he has late-inning relief stuff. Shape lacks bite at times, but overall an above-average offering. Players whose write-ups have not been meaningfully altered begin by telling you so. Chris Rodriguez Jr. Senior Bowl Interview NFL Draft Profile: Chris Rodriguez Jr., Running Back, Kentucky Wildcats NFL Draft profile scouting report for Paris pre-draft profile existed at the intersection of traits a lot of draft models seem to prioritize (chiefly, his age, then his position) and old school scouting (this was one of the 2019 drafts best athletes, a high-effort 70 runner with good baseball instincts). and play-by-play data provided by Sports Info Solutions. Brent Killam, LHP When it comes to sudden change of direction and wiggle at the second level, Rodriguez offers very little. Hes a smooth, loose, lefty-hitting shortstop with a gigantic frame. Naughtons changeup execution is less consistent than is typical for pitchers who throw this hard but still end up as successful back-of-the-rotation types. OFP: 45Role: 40 - Spot Starter or Long RelieverRisk: High, Live Looks: Visalia Rawhide @ Lake Elsinore Storm 4/6, SoCal Stars: No.3 Santa Margarita Catholic vs Servite, Live Looks: #2 Florida @ #11 Tennessee 04/06, Live Looks: Rutgers @ Maryland (4/7 and 4/9), The Seattle Mariners Have A Generational Opportunity In The 2023 MLB Draft, 2023 MLB Draft - Mock Draft 3.0 - Powered by BLAST. Because they have so many young infielders in Extended to start 2021, Vera has seen action all over the infield and its been tough to get a feel for his exact defensive ability, but he and Denzer Guzman have the best chance to stay at short of all the systems young infielders. Its an interesting blend of model-driven and old school styles. When in tip-top shape, Franco looks like a fastball/curveball power reliever. Signed out of Cuba at 19, Martinez hit .280/.337/.433 in two pro seasons, though the bulk of that was in the Pioneer and Cal Leagues. Jose Reyes is also 20 and has a plus frame and bat speed, but is overmatched by full-season stuff right now. I worry that this year will be a struggle because of the chaotic nature of his world for the past couple of years, but ultimately I see a well-rounded player whos going to reach base and hit for power at above-average rates while also playing plus defense at a premium position. Uninspiring second- and third-level vision. But due to the durability concerns and the rigors that come with a 162-game schedule, a long relief or spot-starter role becomes most likely long-term. The Florida Athletic Coaches Association all-star games in Sebring two weeks before the draft is always a must-attend event for scouts. Eric Longenhagen is from Catasauqua, PA and currently lives in Tempe, AZ. 5.8. WebChris Rodriguez Jr. NFL Draft 2023: Scouting Report for Kentucky RB BR NFL Scouting Department Contributor I Comments. Updated: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 7:23 AM ET, Park Factors Gary LaRocque. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. Whatever you call it, it flashes plus. Its not often that big conference college performers are divisive among drafting teams, but Detmers lack of fastball velocity (he sat 88-92 at Louisville) was concerning to some of them. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Josh Norris joins Kyle Glaser to break down the Miami Marlins farm system. Below-average change of direction. The ultra-lanky Blakely took just shy of $1 million to eschew a commitment to Auburn. (76%*), 217 and play-by-play data provided by Sports Info Solutions. Four-seamer, curve, and change lag, but fills the zone enough to potentially stick in a rotation long-term. Modest projection remaining throughout; likely to settle in around 200 lbs. 6-0 Hes a 40-man candidate this offseason and I hope they pen Hernandez at some point late in the year just to see what happens to his arm strength if they do. I have him projected as a fourth outfielder. Grade:60, Cutter:88-90 t91 with run in on opposite-sided batters; compliments the fastball well; hitters struggle to square it up. Earlier this week, it was reported that LA Angels pitcher Chris Rodriguez would miss the majority of the 2022 season after undergoing right shoulder surgery. With his consistency, he could find a role Assuming health, a back-end starter role is likely. Arizona State didnt have a pitching coach (seriously) for part of his college tenure and Higgins might only now be thriving in a more stable developmental environment. Functional lateral ability for his size. Plus, velocity has suddenly become the easiest thing to develop in pitchers, even ones well into their 20s. Can maneuver behind the line comfortably. 5 at this point, but its good to see that his velocity has bounced back and that hes pounding the strike zone like usual. He posted big strikeout totals in the very low minors as a starter in 2018 and 19 even though he only sits about 89-92 because his extreme vertical arm slot creates that coveted backspin and cut/rise shape on his fastball. A $700,000 bonus brought him to Tempe for a summer consisting only of hitting, an approach the Angels have taken with several recent draftees. His fastball dominates lefties because its being released so far behind their heads that they struggle to see the ball, while it has weird angle in on the hands of righties, making at-bats against Yan awkward for them as well. Sinker features tailing, darting life in the zone; induces weak contact consistently and shows average command. Adrian Almeida, LHP window.FGWebsite_head_section.buildProspectsListControls(); Depth Arms Zach Linginfelter, RHP Hernandez has good secondary stuff but his control is raw for a 24-year-old, and he hasnt been able to make up the reps he missed in college (he made just 19 starts in three years of college and as of publication, 19 starts in three years of pro ball) due to a 2019 injury and, you know, the pandemic. Ortega doesnt repeat his delivery consistently and I have him projected in up/down relief. Four-seamer, curve, and change lag, but fills the zone enough to potentially stick in a rotation long-term. In 2021, Rodriguez became the Wildcats clear lead back. His left-handed swing (this system has a lot of switch-hitters) is pretty grooved and long, leaving him vulnerable on the inner third. Almeida was a Minor League Rule 5 pick a few years ago. Where the other up-the-middle players have several other outs i.e. Bottom of Roster, Practice Squad. His bat needs to carry him but Placencia has a shot to be an everyday player. Van Scoyoc has a backspinning fastball but his feel comes and goes. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. GRADE: 6.1 (High-Level Developmental Prospect/Round 5), Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Its his second career lower body injury (he had a left knee sprain in 2019). He caught only 18 passes over the last two seasons combined and often looked a little uncomfortable bringing the ball in. Poor burst and long speed. He spent four years working for the Phillies Triple-A affiliate, two with Baseball Info Solutions and two contributing to prospect coverage at ESPN.com. Because of the abbreviated nature of the 2020 MLB season, this year's top righthanded prospects list has a lot more experience than normal. On Tony Paulines Big Board, Rodriguez ranked 141st overall and is projected to be drafted in the fourth or fifth round. WebGet the latest stats, rankings, scouting reports, and more about Los Angeles Angels player Chris Rodriguez on Baseball America JavaScript is required for this browser. Hed be an interesting buy-low guy for teams looking to balance rental deals with the Angels since his 40-man occupancy is a dead weight for the Halos to carry right now. He caught only 18 passes over the last two seasons combined and often looked a little Theres a real chance the hit tool just bottoms out and Ramirez, even though hes likely to grow into elite power, may not hit enough to support a corner outfield profile. Quero has shown some feel to hit in Extended and is only 18. Alexander Mattison Dynasty Profile: Fantasy Outlook, Value, Projections, and Rankings, Absolute Sports Acquires Majority Stake in Pro Football Network, Expands Reach in the U.S. Sports Media Market, XFL Fantasy Football Rankings Week 2: Josh Gordon, Jeff Badet, Max Borghi, and More, Final Fantasy PPR Rankings for the NFL Playoffs: Tony Pollard, Ezekiel Elliott, James Cook, and More, NFL All-Time RB Records: Season and Career Leaders. For example, in his games against Georgia in 2021 and 2022, Rodriguez posted lines of seven carries for seven yards and 17 carries for 51 yards, respectively. by Retrosheet. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Adams was seen as a lock to matriculate to North Carolina and play wide receiver until late March of 2018, when he had a coming out party at the heavily-scouted NHSI tournament near his high school. His control needs polish. BA Rodriguez got involved early as a freshman. Tight rotation, 11/5 action with inconsistent command; tends to bounce it at times; lacks teeth necessary to generate consistent swings and misses. To make room on the 40-man roster, Chris Rodriguez has been transferred to the 60-day IL. The guys from the 2015-2017 classes are all nearing the end of their careers. Can struggle to settle and explode in a new direction. Reported as the pre-2023 season number of waiver options remaining. He was discovered by the Rays at a workout near the U.S./Mexico border and later signed, then was traded to San Diego as part of the Wil Myers blockbuster, then dealt again to the Angels for Jason Castro. A few months later, the Angels made him their first round pick. His 2020 fall look was less consistent, but Im inclined to toss out your worst test grade from 2020. All UZR (ultimate zone rating) calculations are provided courtesy of Mitchel Lichtman. At one point a plus-plus runner with power projection, Deveaux needs to perform on paper soon. Hidalgos frame (well-composed but not especially projectable), delivery (a head whack and more general stiffness), and fastball command pull the profile toward relief. Most of the pro departments additions have been post-hype prospects who flamed out elsewhere (Gareth Morgan, Jake Gatewood, many more). Yet, he projects as only a two-down player due to his nonexistent passing game role at college. But they have about $50 million of payroll coming off the books after the year and several of those players, like Alex Cobb, could be dealt as rentals ahead of the deadline, so that might change all of a sudden. Randy Flores. But this style of hitting suits Paris skillset. The acquisition trends in this system remain clear. Self-awareness evident in usage with the offering; mixes in for a called strike early in counts or thrown to freeze hitters after a fastball-heavy sequence. It was mostly there in the lone Extended outing of his I saw. WebChris Rodriguez. WebChris Rodriguez career batting statistics for Major League, Minor League, and postseason baseball Angels Astros Athletics Mariners Rangers: NL East. Hes 20 now. All major league baseball data including pitch type, velocity, batted ball location, Hidalgo is on par with the sort of high school arms who get $1 million bonuses in the draft, with a bevy of solid components but without the sort of premium athleticism or projection that portend potential impact growth. The rest of the repertoire isnt great. There are All-Star-level tools here and a contact/OBP performance foundation to fall back on even if Im wrong about the swing finally being dialed in. Most effective to the outer third of same-sided batters. Yan worked as a starter early in 2021 but I think a bullpen move is coming both because hes struggling and because thats his likely long-term destination. Angels pitcher Chris Rodriguez's hard work during spring training has finally paid off as he makes the team's active roster. Because the 40-man runway is so long, it makes sense to develop him as a starter to see if a third pitch develops and if Daniel can shake off command-related rust. Four seam features arm side, riding life in the zone with inconsistent command; tends to miss high arm side. Rodriguez is a throwback who would be able to handle 20-25 carries a game. Overall, Rodriguez finished his five-year collegiate career with 40 games played, 592 carries, 3,643 yards, and 33 touchdowns. Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! A lack of arm strength is going to limit him to second base and I hope he eventually gets reps in center field. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. Doesn't possess elite breakaway speed, but is fast enough to gain yardage in chunks when Rodriguez finds a seam. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. Overall an average offering at the highest levels. Rodriguez once again showed that kind of heat coming back from the injury early in 2021 and had such a good spring that he all but won a big league bullpen job. Prior to Rodriguezs shutdown in 2018, he had experienced a velo spike (93-97, up from 91-94 the year before) and lowered his arm slot. That his velo has regressed is a real problem since he needs to feast off his fastball to succeed. Baseball Angels Astros Athletics Mariners Rangers: NL East Angels pitcher Chris Rodriguez 's work. Him projected in up/down relief possess elite breakaway speed, but overall an above-average offering with power projection Deveaux. 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