Overall, Rodriguez finished his five-year collegiate career with 40 games played, 592 carries, 3,643 yards, and 33 touchdowns. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. The contact and speed combination mean Calabrese has some leadoff man traits. Knowles has electric tools a plus arm, plus-plus speed, sneaky power for a guy his size and until 2021 has been very young for the levels at which hes played (2.5 years younger than average, per BRef), which puts his statline in better context. His best single-season target share was just 5.5%. Hes a project to be sure, but hes talented. If we assume a bullpen move means Daniel sits closer to the mid-90s, hes going to have two impact pitches that play in relief. That sounds like a Mike Trout doesnt have to cancel his fall golf reservations move. Mechanics:Fires from a high 3/4 arm slot with high effort; hand break, arm action, and subtle head whack yield moderate deception. Grade:60, Cutter:88-90 t91 with run in on opposite-sided batters; compliments the fastball well; hitters struggle to square it up. The August of 2019 Holmes looked like a No. Grade:40, Control and Command:Average control with below average command; sinker/slider combination is sequenced effectively with cutter mixed in. 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. WebAll Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Chris Rodriguez Jr. Additionally, Rodriguez is not a useful pass-catcher right now. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. At one point a plus-plus runner with power projection, Deveaux needs to perform on paper soon. BA Chris Rodriguez's great spring earned Draft models favored Kyren Paris in 2019, where he was in the conversation for multiple first round picks, including the Angels at 15. Hes a decisive runner with good vision; hell locate his hole and get through it more quickly than youd expect considering his size. Injury history includes a stress reaction of the back in 2018 and a stress fracture of the lower spine in 2019. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. He also has a hard slider that is short and hard enough that it gets described as a cutter. Position: Pitcher Bats: Right Throws: Right 6-2, 185lb (188cm, 83kg) . Tight rotation, 11/5 action with inconsistent command; tends to bounce it at times; lacks teeth necessary to generate consistent swings and misses. He needs to get stronger and be more consistent in all facets, but Guzman shows glimpses of good middle infield defense as well as relatively advanced feel to hit. Paris can fly, and hes worked to add significant weight and strength since signing. A big back with very good feet. Here we take a look at the average exit velocity and fastball velocity for the Top 100 Prospects. Its an interesting blend of model-driven and old school styles. Hes a relatively raw, long-levered SS/3B from Michigan who is likely to spend all of 2021 in the AZL and then finish up at instructs, which for the last few years has meant Diablo intrasquads for the Halo kids. A big back with All rights reserved. From a strike-throwing standpoint, hes off to a really rough start in 2021. and play-by-play data provided by Sports Info Solutions. A few months later, the Angels made him their first round pick. Top 100 Prospects | Top Prospects For Every Team | 13 Potential Breakout Prospects For 2021 | Order The 2021 Prospect Handbook. (76%*), 217 RotoWire News: Rodriguez (shoulder) threw 30 pitches in a live batting Almeida was a Minor League Rule 5 pick a few years ago. Vera has added considerable mass over the last year or so and has transformed from a rail-thin project into a teenage shortstop with pretty impressive raw power for his age. Lacks conviction and purpose, overall a below-average offering. Swing efficacy issues bring about a lot of swing-and-miss but Ive also seen Ramirez alter his bat path in order to hit pitches near the top of the zone, as well as toward the bottom, so theres some natural vertical plate coverage here the swing just needs refinement. Rodriguez can sometimes be impatient, not allowing his blocks to set up, a nuance required for backs to last a decade-plus. Cherubs Veras lefty swing is short but still has loft, while his righty swing (he ditches his batting gloves from the right side) is a little more erratic but has verve and power potential. Hes a smooth, loose, lefty-hitting shortstop with a gigantic frame. Francos velocity spiked in 2019 he was 90-94 in 18, then 93-96 and touching 97 in 19 and hed flash a plus breaking ball. Play-by-play data prior to 2002 was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted Weve seen this org pursue two-way players, switch-hitters, college pitching, and those aforementioned athletes in the draft but because the Angels have been buyers for most of the last several years we havent seen what tendencies pro scouting would have in the event of a rebuild or fire sale. Good balance and coordination. Angels manager Phil Nevin said Sunday that Rodriguez suffered a setback in his ramp-up and began experiencing renewed soreness in his right shoulder, Sam Blum Rodriguez brings a nice blend of size, speed and power. HAND: 8 5/8" ARM: 30 5/8" WINGSPAN: N/A. Most of those strikeouts were accrued via Ortegas mid-90s fastball, which lives in the top of the strike zone, and a low-80s vertical curveball. Hes more of a cut blocker in pass protection as opposed to a guy who will stick his face in against the blitz, although that is a correctable flaw. Keeps his feet moving, works runs, and uses an effective straight arm to keep plays alive. Grade:55, Changeup:88-90; struggles to command and generate swings and misses; same velocity band as cutter and slider may be hindering overall effectiveness; squeezes on occasion, burying the pitch in the dirt. Gary LaRocque. One of the SEC's most dominant players during his time at Kentucky, Chris Rodriguez, has officially declared for the draft. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). He is a downhill back. Chris Rodriguez, Angels | Scouting Report Bryan Mata, Red Sox | Scouting Report Jordan Balazovic, Twins | Scouting Report Bryse Wilson, Braves | While his lack of power makes it almost impossible for him to be a regular, he does have speed, defensive versatility, advantageous handedness, terrific on-field makeup, and, again, is still only 20. Fastball:94-96; four-seamer and sinker in the same velocity band. Hes swinging with more ferocity this year than in 2019 and has struggled to make the leap from the 19 AZL to full-season ball in this season, but I think its too early to slide him due to performance. WebScouting Reports CAREER Transactions Selected by Angels in fourth round of 2016 draft; signed June 17, 2016 On disabled list, April 5-Sept. 9, 2018. A lack of arm strength is going to limit him to second base and I hope he eventually gets reps in center field. Overall:Two separate back injuries have forced Rodriguez into a true wildcard scenario; when healthy, he has three average-or-better offerings to help navigate a lineup. During his five seasons, Rodriguez caught a total of 20 passes. Major League and Minor League Baseball data provided by Major League Baseball. When in tip-top shape, Franco looks like a fastball/curveball power reliever. After he was sitting in the mid-80s in the time surrounding the 2020 shutdown, Naughtons velocity has rebounded and hes once again living in the 90-92 range with his tailing fastball. Chris Rodriguez - Scouting Report Prospects Live Staff Los Angeles Angels Rank History Grades Update: Jan 2021 Jan 2021 Report Evaluator: Jake Boes For further explanation of Future Values merits and drawbacks, read Future Value. (37%*), 4.52 (P) Pina moved from the bullpen to the rotation in 2019 and struck out 146 hitters in 108 innings despite pitching with diminished velocity in the starting role. Major League and Minor League Baseball data provided by Major League Baseball. MORE: FREE Mock Draft Simulator With Trades. Repeats delivery well; needs work at holding runners from the stretch. No one helped himself more at the event than Rodriguez, an athletic pitcher who showed that he could carry his 93-95 mph fastball deep into games. Overall, a plus offering with little projection necessary to reach its potential. Eric Longenhagen is from Catasauqua, PA and currently lives in Tempe, AZ. 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). Many teams considered Holmes to be one of the, if not the, best on-mound athletes among high schoolers in the 2018 draft, but many of them also thought he was sushi raw as both a hurler and an outfielder, and that he would end up at the University of Tennessee. All Win Expectancy, Leverage Index, Run Expectancy, and Fans Scouting Report data licenced from TangoTiger.com. Scouting Report: Strengths. College production is the biggest predictor of NFL success. This is a big year for him, as hes a 40-man candidate in the upcoming offseason. He needs to refine command of his breaking ball to better deal with lefties, but just on arm strength and fastball movement, hell likely continue to see big league time in an up-down capacity once he returns from his early 2021 Tommy John. 4 starter with a backend rotation role more likely. (61%*), 8 5/8 Linginfelter was the clubs ninth rounder in 2019 and at his best would be in the mid-90s with an above-average slider, but not consistently. Where the other up-the-middle players have several other outs i.e. Overall an average offering at the highest levels. Editor's Note: Due to a production error, Mariners righthander George Kirby was inadvertently left off the list. No real juice to pull off explosive gains. WebChris Rodriguez. He is built like youd probably expect a D-I wide receiver recruit to be, hes an 80 runner, and while the swing foundation isnt great, the Angels are one of the most proactive swing-changing orgs. Works primarily from the first base side of the rubber, quick motion with a high leg kick. He tries to work them under the hands of righty batters but theyre hit hard even though Hidalgo hits his spot. Rodriguez's delivery does worry some scouts--it's somewhat violent with a quick stab and a head whack, but he repeats it and throws strikes. The Florida Athletic Coaches Association all-star games in Sebring two weeks before the draft is always a must-attend event for scouts. He has a balanced and well-timed cut, above-average bat control (though he sometimes sacrifices contact quality), and average raw power. Overall:Two separate back injuries have forced Rodriguez into a true wildcard scenario; when healthy, he has three average-or-better offerings to help navigate a lineup. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. That he has a chance to stay at short, or on the infield at all, and hit for big game power means Jacksons got an airplane hangars ceiling, but hes a prospect of extreme risk. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Grade:45, Slider:86-88 with sharp bite running out of the zone. Rodriguez would do well to find his way into the fourth round. If you think the system is thin, wait until you see the scouting department. Because of the abbreviated nature of the 2020 MLB season, this year's top righthanded prospects list has a lot more experience than normal. Tyler and Brady both sit about 92-95 with carry; thats a big spike for Tyler, who was 89-92 in 2019. (64%*), 4.31 (P) His mid-70s curveball is better now than it was late in 2019 but Tapias stamina wanes later in outings and his stuff and command become less crisp. Rarely used as a receiver out of the backfield and had 20 receptions in four years of college ball. Cannot turn the perimeter. Rodriguez boasts strong production and was quite dominant, which is even more impressive when you consider the SEC competition. Drafted in the 4th round (126th overall) by the Los Angeles Angelsin 2016 (signed for $850,000). 40-YARD DASH: N/A. This kind of bat control is rare for anyone, let alone a switch-hitter this age. Lacks conviction and purpose, overall a below-average offering. Position: Pitcher Bats: Right Throws: Right 6-2, 185lb (188cm, 83kg) . If Rodriguez is a fourth or fifth-round selection, it would be a major surprise if he didnt make an NFL roster. Hidalgo sits 93-94, flashes plus curveballs, and works to his arm side with an upper-80s changeup. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. My notes from each of the last two instructs periods also indicate I saw high-effort swings, so this has been going on for a while. His changeup is typically located down and to his arm side. Guzman was the Angels top 2021 international amateur signee and hes kept his head above water during Extended this spring while facing players who are typically a couple years older than him. Edgar Quero, C in Miami, FL, Drafted in the 4th round Physical Description:Medium build; fit and trim with sloping shoulders, long, lanky arms; high waist with long legs. His curveball has depth and bite, and its often plus. But this style of hitting suits Paris skillset. by Retrosheet. Grade:50, Curveball:81-84; flashes plus but sits fringe-average. Chris Rodriguez Jr. Senior Bowl Interview NFL Draft Profile: Chris Rodriguez Jr., Running Back, Kentucky Wildcats NFL Draft profile scouting report for BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function () { Hes another lefty of the east/west variety, relying on some mechanical funk, working his tailing fastball to both corners, and mixing in three secondary pitches. I think hes likely to be strikeout prone from that side for good. All UZR (ultimate zone rating) calculations are provided courtesy of Mitchel Lichtman. Angels pitcher Chris Rodriguez's hard work during spring training has finally paid off as he makes the team's active roster. Hes a grinder with a punishing style, yet he also displays the versatility to get around tackle. (126th overall) by the He has finally started to fill out and is going to hit many more home runs in 2021 than he has throughout the rest of his career combined. 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. by Retrosheet. He carried the ball 71 times for 533 yards and six touchdowns, touching the ball in nine games. I texted a source who said Salvadors stuff wasnt any different this spring than it was in 2019, which means the velo spike that would solidify him as a more impactful power relief prospect hasnt arrived after the layoff. 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. Primary secondary offering; consistently generates swings and misses from same-sided batters. He remains in Extended and is likely on an innings limit. Additionally, you can subscribe to Baseball America's newsletter and receive all of our rankings, analysis, prospect insight & more delivered to your inbox every day. Andy Lyons/Getty Images. Short-levered guys like Paris are tough to beat with velocity, so even though its not pretty-looking contact right now, theres enough of it to support the profile. Most effective in the upper third; movement overlaps slider on occasion. Yet, he projects as only a two-down player due to his nonexistent passing game role at college. Its also thin because due to trades in support of the big league club, there are half a dozen players who were either drafted or signed by the Angels scattered about other teams systems. Youth moves the needle in the draft room, as does athleticism. Hes now 9093 with some deception and a fading changeup that at times has cut/slider action, as well as what is a below-average curveball at present. In Kentuckys third game of the season, he saw two carries and immediately showcased his explosiveness, ripping off 43 yards. Chris Rodriguez Jr. NFL Draft Profile. Functional lateral ability for his size. He has great feel for the zone, his swing is just limited from the left side in an important way. Connor Van Scoyoc, RHP When it comes to sudden change of direction and wiggle at the second level, Rodriguez offers very little. Previous work can also be found at Sports On Earth, CrashburnAlley and Prospect Insider. Hes a vertical slot lefty relief prospect who brings mid-90s velo and a hard slider. WebAngels Prospect Headlines Where the Angels' Top 30 prospects are starting the season April 5, 2023 Joyce, 104 mph heat leaving a mark March 19, 2023 Angels' pitcher-only Grade:60, Cutter:88-90 t91 with run in on opposite-sided batters; compliments the fastball well; hitters struggle to square it up. Marsh has a great first step in center and has fantastic gap-to-gap range. 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. 5.8. This system is thin but exciting because so many of the higher-variance prospects are fresh faces in the lower levels of the minors. 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. Additionally, Rodriguez dealt with some off-the-field issues. Most effective in the upper third; movement overlaps slider on occasion. WebSr. 6-0 outcomes of lesser but relevant utility Ramirez is either going to make enough contact to be an everyday player or emphatically will not. Chris Rodriguez Jr. Tapia looked great as a still 17-year-old during 2019 fall intrasquads, sitting in the low-90s with really advanced changeup feel and a shapely breaking ball. Four seam features arm side, riding life in the zone with inconsistent command; tends to miss high arm side. WebChris Rodriguez. Command is inconsistent; misses tend to be horizontal. Soto plays hard, takes good at-bats, and hes hard to strike out (he had a measly 7% swinging strike rate in 2019). He was overmatched during his big league spring at-bats but looked great during minor league spring play and during his first few regular season games before succumbing to a strained quad. Assistant General Manager & Director of Scouting. Outstanding short-yardage ball carrier who falls forward when tackled. Ramirezs 95 mph average exit velo was the highest in the entire 2019 DSL, driven largely by his mature physicality. He arrived for 2021 camp looking considerably heavier and did not break with an affiliate, remaining back in Extended at age 21. As there was no minor league season in 2020, there are some instances where no new information was gleaned about a player. 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