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PROSPECT: Kahlil Watson, SS, Miami Marlins
ANALYSIS: In an incredible prep shortstop class in the 2021 draft, Watson was frequently considered the most athletic and highest-ceiling player among the high schoolers drafted that season.
The 2022 season was to be Watson’s first full season, but off-field issues and adjustments translating his impressive raw athletic tools into baseball skills led to a lost season. The offseason was big for Watson and reports this spring have been glowing on the field and off for him.
His opening weekend series included an impressive eye at the plate, just one strikeout across nine plate appearances after striking out more than one-third of his at-bats in 2022, and he flashed power and speed offensively while showing impressive range at shortstop.
VERDICT: Watson was dropped by many dynasty league owners, but he’s still a teenager for a week. He should be an add in deep dynasty leagues where he’s available and a priority watch in more shallow dynasty leagues.
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