PROSPECT: Jordyn Adams, OF, Los Angeles Angels
ANALYSIS: Adams has been one of the more impressive players to watch on the field since the Angels selected him 17th overall in the 2018 draft out of high school. The raw athleticism is absolutely tantalizing, but he’s yet to hit above .250 at a full-season stop or tap into his impressive raw power.
This season, the batting average is low to open the season, but it may be hiding improvements that Adams has made, as he’s walking at a 10% rate, has lowered his strikeout rate notably, and he’s finally tapping into his power, with eight extra-base hits over his first 14 games.
VERDICT: Adams has some of the most impressive speed in the game and is a remarkable athlete. If he can get some hits to fall (.219 BABIP thus far), he may force his way to either being traded or pushing his way into the crowded Angels outfield. Hold off for now, but the arrow is up to open the year.
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