Throws: Right. Mills is the third college pitcher that the Cardinals have selected through their first five picks. Students may complete multiple internship opportunities with the St. Louis Cardinals; however, no student may be an intern for more than one year. It really helps his stuff play up. We are proud participants in multiple community service initiatives that support our immensely diverse fan base. Holgate is a left-handed hitter who stands at 61 and 205 pounds. Above average bat speed now. He's generally around the plate, but the fastball has a tendency to sail. Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 3:26 AM ET, Park Factors Great at blocking pitches. The Cardinals will likely be able to save money on their string of college pitchers, which should free up enough money to sign Alec Willis to an over-slot bonus. Osvaldo Tovalin, 3B Theyre some of the best people Ive been around, plus they already knew the international market when I was hired, so I was able to absorb quite a bit and hit the ground running. Now available, The Cardinal Nation 2021 Prospect Guide is back for a fourth year. Grade: 30, Field: His glove can play multiple positions.Works hard and doesn't hesitate to give up his body to make a play. Grade: 50, Slider: Tough pitch for lefties due to arm slot. Uses it versus right-handers. He covered a lot of ground at third base and the Cardinals had him playing shortstop in January at instructs. David Laurila grew up in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and now writes about baseball from his home in Cambridge, Mass. Bats: Left Not a strong fielder. Grade: 55, Control and Command: Tough year for him. For some unexplained reason his velocity was down to 86-90 during 2019, and that's back to what he was at Eastern Carolina. Isn't afraid to hustle for an extra base. Will throw it for strikes. The Cardinals may believe they can add more velocity to the heater given his size. Throws: Right. Washington State University He can run into some homers when he pulls the ball, but any power is likely going to be gap to gap rather than over the fence. Fastball: Curious to see where he is velocity wise after the shutdown. (Reuters) - A former scouting director for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team pleaded guilty on Friday to criminal charges over a breach of the computer network of the rival Houston. Power is a plus tool. Bats: Right The high amount of line drives is a great result, but not being able to elevate limits the power ceiling. Interns should not work over 30 hours per week. But the one thing I try to impress upon people is that, in my opinion, there isnt one particular skill set, or background, you have to have. 2022 MLB Draft Scouting Report for RHP Landon Sims. Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Athletic and light on his feet, Prater fields his position well. Former St. Louis Cardinals scouting director Chris Correa on Tuesday said he accepts responsibility for a breach of the Houston Astros' baseball operations database, but he maintains that the . His ability to control his entire arsenal helps his average stuff play up in game. Starts behind lefties and breaks over the plate. As noted above, TCN analyst Blake Newberry is writing the player scouting reports and Brian Walton is filling in the rest. Physical Description: Displays outward leadership qualities, the type of catcher that's very involved in the game. Ruiz is smooth and athletic on the mound, which may give the Cardinals confidence that he can develop as a starter. Overall: Despite maxing out at High-A, Escobar is a near big league ready reliever due to his strike throwing abilities. Gets above average spin. Regis Jesuit High School (Denver, CO) The biggest question mark will be what happens with him offensively. Plenty of room for growth on his lanky frame. Cardinals Insider. He was hit by a pitch during the first game his sophomore year and then redshirted. I just don't think the glove is playable in the field though. If he can play a strong shortstop changes the profile, and the weak offensive output becomes less of an issue. Slows the arm way down and it lacks significant depth or fade. Mills also spent two summers in the Northwoods League, performing well both seasons. Long limbs, especially his legs.. Hit: Slightly open stance. Its more, Find a reliable metric; see whats worked in the past and use it as a guide going forward. As a scouting director, I need to be disciplined to implement it and sell it to our department of scouts, who might not always agree with what we think the optimal decision is. All previous footage I saw was him playing first base. Fastball: Lives at 86-90, but gets good ride up in the zone. We continuously seek to recognize and reward employees while providing an environment that encourages employees to commit enthusiastically to the organization's goals and values. Bats: Right Gary LaRocque. Your dad would love him. Disguised as the fastball but has late tumble away from right-handed hitters. From scouting to player development to the Win column, they excel in all areas. First-hand news and commentary on the St. Louis Cardinals and minor league system for over 20 years. The St. Louis Cardinals Internship Program provides participants with an opportunity to learn about the sports industry and Major League Baseball through hands on experience working in the front office. Guys like Matt Bayer, Dane Sorensen and Chris Correa have done some outstanding analytical work in support of our drafts over the past couple years. Making contact is the key here. Interesting guy with a range of outcomes as wide as anyone on this list. Grade: 50, Control and Command: His strongest asset is his ability to throw his breaking ball for a strike, which is an ability that sticks out in the lower minors. Assistant General Manager & Director of Scouting. Bakers slider is capable of generating whiffs, especially when it is thrown below the knees. Hit: Yepez underwent a physical transformation of sorts, trading some baby fat for muscle, and the results were encouraging. Every now and again Ill delve into the data if Im curious about something, but my responsibilities are more to interpret the data than to be a day-to-day doer of the data.. However, he should remain a starter in the professional ranks with three above average offerings and at least average control. In 219 career college games, Antico stole 85 bases and walked (143) more than he struck out (137). . Grade: 40, Arm: From what I've seen on showcase videos it looks like he sort of pushes the baseball as he throws it. The native of California throws a fastball that hovers around 90-92 mph with a slider and a changeup as his secondary pitches. Dan Kantrovitz is one of the reasons the St. Louis Cardinals are good. Scouts also praise Mills ability to throw his slider and his changeup for strikes, which gives him a solid three pitch mix and good control. He doesn't move very well in the field, lacking quickness and overall mobility. Attacks hitters; would think he throws 100+ with how he attacks. Linda Brauer. 510, 200 He showed an ability to pitch in longer stints and eventually moved into the rotation in 2021. Covers the strike zone well. Physical Description: Long, lean build with tapered frame and good strength throughout. [Projecting a timetable] is always difficult since it doesnt really happen in a vacuum. Scouting Director: Randy Flores Ballpark: Busch Stadium III Attendance: . Love also tallied just 2.82 walks per nine innings while averaging over six innings per start. Baker generates plenty of power from his 63, 240-pound frame as his fastball can touch 97. Might have the best fastball command of anyone on this list. The Vanderbilt commit was clocked up to 98 mph on the mound but will need to work on his accuracy. His go to swing and miss offering. In 2018, we introduced employee empowered committees that focus on employee engagement, employee recognition, and diversity and inclusion efforts. He's a strike thrower that has pitched above his stuff so far, and can provide quality innings through his controllable years in a variety of roles on a big league staff. 62, 193 The team was established in Chicago in 1898 as the Morgan Athletic Club . Good bunter. He will throw a fastball away from a right-hander, and then follow up with a slider that looks just like the fastball they just saw before it breaks off the plate. He is getting stronger, but any power he has will come from extra base hits that stay in the park. Four quadrant type command. 26 prospect in the 2021 Baseball America Prospect Handbook, Locey worked his way into the Georgia rotation and was the team's Friday starter as a junior on a staff that . You can wait, and collect college players later on in the draft. Competitive Balance Round B, 70th overall, Ryan Holgate, OF While he's a strong defender at 1B, his bat simply does not profile in a starter's role. Randy Flores. Additionally, of his 86 hits, 32 went for extra bases. Its pure, unadulaterated scouting that humbles you very quickly, because you are wrong a lot.. He handles the staff well enough to possibly fill the Julio Rodriguez role sooner or later, and he's got enough chops to be a future coach when his playing career is over. . The St. Louis Cardinals are committed to building an inclusive organization where we not only have a diverse workforce, but a culture where diverse ideas and opinions are shared. At his size, there is a chance that it can tick even higher with more refinement. Throws: Left. Has a traditional 3/4 arm slot, but will drop lower occasionally. All Win Expectancy, Leverage Index, Run Expectancy, and Fans Scouting Report data licenced from TangoTiger.com. The St. Louis Cardinals midseason Top 30 prospects for 2021 . He was drafted in 1997 by the New York Yankees from the University of Southern California, where he holds its all-time record for wins (42). Applications will be accepted for current season openings only. Will miss and catch too much of plate with fastball. Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Chandler Redmond, Age: 23 yrHeight: 6-1Weight: 200 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2014 IFA, ATLRuleV: 2020. Additionally, his ability to move to the rotation and post a strong strike out rate while still limiting his walks is a good sign that he can develop as a starter. This is likely something that the Cardinals will work on when he gets in the system, but his substantial power gives him a very high ceiling. The pool amount for this pick is $353,700. Assistant General Manager. I just think it helps in the way that I do this job. Ruiz tossed 57 2/3 innings in 11 starts for Long Beach State with a 3.75 ERA while fanning 59 and walking 23. Works up in the zone off the fastball. Just don't expect many highlight reel plays. $3,000,000. He generates plenty of power though and hit a monster home run off Kumar Rocker in the College World Series. DSRs are primarily responsible for revenue buy building strong, lasting relationships with our fans. Strong forearms. It's a straight over the top release, which allows him to stay on top of the baseball and land over his front leg. Fastball: When I saw him in game he was mostly 91-92, but the swings the fastball was getting showed that their must be some deception. Prater and organization have to find that consistency. Despite the low velocity everything is set up off the fastball. Despite his 64, 215-pound frame, the 22-year-old sits 88-92 mph with his fastball, with good run on the pitch. Big sweeping slider that gets a ton of horizontal movement. Cardinals scout is mentor, fighter. Willis is a promising but raw pitcher with plenty of projection, but he also needs a lot of refinement. Modest leg kick as he steps into the pitch. 64, 220 His stuff was down and he had to adjust by becoming more fine and not being as aggressive. Won't steal any bases either. Strong kid with muscular arms and big thighs. OFP: 35Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency DepthRisk: Extreme, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-1Weight: 234 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2019 Draft - Round 6RuleV: 2022. Control: 45 | Command: 40. His feel for barrel isn't very good. Grade: 40, Power: There's not a ton of power to be had. Since joining the National League, the Cardinals have won more than 10,000 games, qualified for the postseason 28 times, and won 3 National League Eastern Division titles, 11 National League Central Division titles, 19 National League pennants and 11 World Series Championships. During graduate school he was USCs Pitching Coach (2013), worked as a college baseball analyst for ESPN and Pac-12 Networks, and founded a sports video technology company. Really needs a DH in the National League though. He has since added around 10 mph on his fastball in college, while also developing his secondary pitches and adding polish. We get a lot of emails, letters and calls from people interested in becoming a scout. His best change to be a big leaguer is by way of a slider heavy approach in the bullpen. For more than 60 years, Delaware North Sportservice has been teaming up with the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium to provide the passionate Cardinals fans a memorable game-day experience. Some more consistency with his somewhat complex loading mechanism would allow him to strengthen his hit tool. Grade: 50, Run: Hustles out of the box but runs with some effort. Closing in on physical maturity, plus body. He will need to make enough contact to consistently tap into his power. The southpaw has shown plenty of improvement throughout his college career. Grade: 55, Run: Well below-average runner, not a threat to take the extra bag. Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Evan Mendoza, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-0Weight: 184 lbsHits/Throws: S/LAcquired: 2020 Draft - Round 3RuleV: 2023. Generally, interns are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Overall: Yepez ultimate role is likely a lefty masher off the bench for a competitive club or as a DH somewhere. Grade: 50, Curveball: Plays very well with the heater. He's never going to be an exceptional strike thrower. Those candidates that best meet the qualifications of the respective position may be contacted for an interview. I see why the organization took a flyer here, as he has the frame, big breaking ball and high release point that they covet. Will be prone to shifts, and since he doesn't run well, it's fair to assume low batting averages. Fastball velocity was down and curveball also looked to have lost some of its signature bite. Level swing, handles the bat well. Kantrovitz's background is atypical of most scouting directors. Our scouts just did a very good job of not getting wrapped-up in risk/reward debates and of recognizing that there was basically a big-leaguer pitching right in front of us, but just vs college competition. Good instincts which helps his otherwise average range play up. Prospects Live Staff. In 2019 that jumped all the way to 307 feet. There are games where his command is not as sharp and that's when things start to go south. He's going to get challenged at the big league level though. 225 He's a good bet to stick on the 40-man roster for a couple years and provide depth as necessary, but expecting anything more than that may be unreasonable. Graceffo increased his velocity throughout the year and was sitting 89-93 to finish 2021. Salaries for players heading to an arbitration hearing are shown as the midpoint of the figures the team and player filed. This is what gives him the risk of overextending his front arm, as his hands do not always get to the same spot. and play-by-play data provided by Sports Info Solutions. It might be limiting for us if we stick to a rigid strategy that is not data-driven. The identities of the "fourth coaches" are new. Beyond the strength his arm is accurate too, which really helps him make fantastic plays defensively. Handles a staff extremely well. Under his watch, the Cardinals have drafted Michael Wacha, Marco Gonzales and a number of soon-to-reach-St. Louis prospects. He hammers pitches up in the zone due to a mostly level bat path, but still drives the ball due to raw strength. Very consistent. Inflated error numbers are a reflection, in part, of his range because he can get to many balls that most players cannot. St. Louis Cardinals latest roster 2022 including full season roster, 40-man roster, coaching staff and more on Baseball-Reference.com . The right-hander appears to be another strong candidate to enter the rotation in the professional ranks. Unpredictable with how he mixes it in. Flores, 45, was part of the Cardinals 2006 World Series Championship team and spent eight seasons in the Majors. It's an above-average pitch that misses bats and generates weak contact. Grade: 45, Power: I think Yepez is capable of hitting 30 homers consistently in the big leagues, but the question is if his other secondary tools will allow him to get there. Quick draft day 2 summary with much more to come, Clear draft trend: Through day 2, 7 of the #stlcards first 11 draft picks are pitchers, 6 of whom are collegians. Ultimately, we have to provide our development system with the right raw materials. We are committed to working in our communities and providing a great experience for our diverse workforce and fan base. It looks like he starts his hands remarkably late, but his wrists and forearms are so strong he's still able to get the bat to the ball. Scouting reports were compiled. Stands tall with hands by his head. In 2016, he became the Cardinals' Head Team Orthopedic Surgeon. He has been the Director of Scouting since August 28, 2015, overseeing all aspects of the scouting department including the amateur draft. Grade: 40, Curveball: 75-76. Does have some power to the right centerfield gap, just need to see it more often. Physical Description: He looks smaller than the listed weight. Little physical projection remaining. He can play an average first base, but at the moment doesn't hit enough for that spot, and probably won't ever really, and while his arm fits at third the rest of him doesn't. OFP: 35Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency DepthRisk: Moderate, Age: 27 yrHeight: 6-3Weight: 235 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2017 Draft - Round 30RuleV: 2020. Rosters/Players/Moves. Simple drop and drive delivery that allows him to drive up and over the glove side. As a result, he pitched as a sophomore in 2021. I don't need to tell you how wide the range of outcomes can be. Organizational culture is the 'personality' of an organization, comprised of the assumptions, values, norms and behaviors of the organizations' members. Can spray the ball to all fields. Hopefully a switch to the bullpen unlocks a tick or three on the fastball. Very mechanically sound and repeats very well. The 21-year-old began his college career in the bullpen with Washington State, but moved to the rotation in the COVID shortened 2020 season. But commands both very well. Delivery & Mechanics: Aggressively attacks hitters. Cardinals have instructs again in January so we will find out more then. If he can tick into the 90s consistently while reaching the mid-90s, he could improve his ceiling. Grade: 60, Run: Not fast, but is quick. Graceffo is able to manipulate his slider in a way that makes it look like two distinct pitches. This is strong velocity for a fastball, which when commanded well, should give Love a solid pitch. The St. Louis Cardinals have traditionally been a force in the National League. Instead he went undrafted in the Rule Five draft. Not optimistic that there's much on the arm here. Power won't ever be his calling card, so if he is to make an offensive impact it will have to be through the hit tool Grade: 30, Power: There isn't much power to be had. Brendan Donovan - Scouting Report Prospects Live Staff St. Louis Cardinals Rank History Grades Update: Dec 2020 Dec 2020 Report Evaluator: Matt Thompson Age: 24 yr Height: 6-1 Weight: 195 lbs Hits/Throws: L/R Acquired: 2018 Draft - Round 7 RuleV: 2021 Physical Description: Stocky, but a good baseball frame. He holds runners very well and will vary his timing pitch by pitch with runners on base. Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Ludwin Jimenez, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-0Weight: 225 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2020 Draft - Round 5RuleV: 2023. Drive leg finishes with a high kick. Direct Sales Representative (DSR) Program: Provide eligible students with meaningful projects and assignments that will assist them in making career choices and provide them with valuable work experience. Grade: 40, Control and Command: Average control, slightly below average command. Easy motion, not a lot of effort. Lots of other moving parts, a long arm action and some spinal tilt as well. Generally, DSRs are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. This pitch is not used very often. Longtime baseball scout Mike Roberts watches pitching prospects during a pre-draft workout for the Cardinals on June 4 at Busch . Grade: 50, Curveball: Good depth and command of the pitch for his age and experience level. Assistant General Manager & Director of Player Development. This gives him a profile similar to last years first round pick, Jordan Walker. 2021 The Cardinal Nation, thecardinalnation.com. He's around the plate consistently. 9 of 14 10 of 14 Christopher Correa, former St. Louis Cardinals scouting director, leaves the Bob Casey Federal Courthouse in Houston, Texas, U.S., on Monday, July 18, 2016. Carson played some third early on and we were pleased with his progress there, but the more we got to know him, the more we felt like he had the special intangibles, as well as the raw physical tools, where catcher might be a good long-term fit for him. Bat speed is only average right now, but that will improve as he gets stronger and in better physical shape. The pool amount for this pick is $270,300. Good weight transfer and balance as his weight shifts to his back leg at stride. With his command, he is a nice fill in option for the Cardinals to have if needed. The final selection of the day, Osvaldo Tovalin was almost a no-brainer pick after the Cardinals worked him out at various positions including catcher and his versatility showed well. On his fastball, the right-hander sits around 93 mph but can touch 96. Luken Baker cranks a three-run home run to left field, giving the Cardinals a 12-4 lead in the 8th inning. 1 print : half-tone photomechanical, color ; sheet 64 x 89 mm. To keep balance in our minor-league system, we want to come away from the draft with a healthy balance of high school, junior college and four-year college players. He's going to require serious body maintenance, and you don't see many soft bodied catches nowadays. 60, 200 Lifts leg waist high, and has a traditional drop and drive delivery. Special Assistant to GM/Player Procurement. He is the St. Louis Cardinals' fourth scouting director since 2011, and the previous one, Chris Correa, is awaiting sentencing in the computer hacking case that opened the door in the first place . Whether its the excitement of Opening Day at the ballpark or the glitz and glamour of a full blown gala, Sportservice excels at providing the finest in traditional concessions, gourmet dining, and retail here at Busch Stadium. If the velocity didn't take a dip he likely gets protected by the Cardinals this winter. Michael Girsch, the club's assistant general manager, is part of that brain trust. Angelo State University The frame will also require a sizable amount of effort to maintain and improve. Grade: 40. Willis will almost certainly require an over-slot deal to convince him to sign with the Cardinals instead of playing in college with the University of Minnesota. His size, left-handedness and profile make him similar to Alec Burleson who the Cardinals took with the 70th pick in the 2020 draft. He's more agile and improved his path through the zone. The people putting the pieces together are a big reason why. Maxed out physically and considerably old for a prospect. Has cutter like action at times. The Cardinals will be returning almost the same team in 2023. by Retrosheet. Alec Willis. Any time youre dealing with amateur baseball players, its highly variable. The right-hander did redshirt twice, once in 2018 as a freshman, and again in 2020 due to COVID. Develop your leadership skills and be on the fast track for a career in hospitality. He authored the Prospectus Q&A series at Baseball Prospectus from December 2006-May 2011 before being claimed off waivers by FanGraphs. Just trying to find athletes, or up-the-middle guys Im asked that a lot but we dont really look at it that way. Gordon Graceffo is another classic Cardinals selection. Grade: 60, Run: Easily an above average. Every bit of 231 pounds. Well get some feedback pretty immediately if were too heavily skewed in one direction.. Willis already underwent ulnar decompression surgery, so there is a bit of injury history on his young arm. Mike Antico, OF He's likely a two-pitch reliever that could move quickly when baseball resumes. 25 Feb/23. Chicago Cubs Chi Cubs Cincinnati Reds Cincinnati Milwaukee Brewers Milwaukee Pittsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh St. Louis Cardinals St. Louis. There is also a tendency to lose focus sometimes, but all things considered he is a plus defender. Hit: Starts with hands high, with circular gyrations at about the ear level. Good, strong lower half. 16.8% SwStr% was the sixth worst mark in the league. A troubling trend, but fatigue looked to play a part in that. Control: 60 | Command: 55. Grade: 40. Grade: 45, Control and Command: He has good feel for the changeup but the command of the pitch is inconsistent. Plays better as a pitch to steal a strike early rather than create one late. Adjusting to offspeed pitches will go a long way in improving his offensive stock. Capable of bumping up to 94. Its not a new idea, but if we play our cards right and draft a future mid or top of the rotation guy, for example, that would save our club quite a bit of money on the free-agent market. St. Louis extra pick on Monday was added via the Competitive Balance program and will be 70th overall, following the completion of the second round. The more you spend on the draft, assuming its a disciplined approach, the more our club might be able to save down the road in the free-agent market. The right-hander walked just 18 batters in 106 2/3 innings Angelo State University in 2021. When he misses with a secondary pitch it's down more often than not, or off the plate. Fastball: Sits 91-94; likely nudges a bit higher in short stints. Between instincts and speed he's got the 'wow' factor defensively. Throws: Right. I should add that our strategy being based on saving money in the future doesnt mean we shy away from the high-upside guys. His progress has been outstanding so far. He has been the Director of Scouting since August 28, 2015, overseeing all aspects of the scouting department including the amateur draft. Bats: Right The spike in homers can verify this claim. League Register; Team Player Value--Batters. Physical Description: Filled out frame. Grade: 70, Arm: It's a plus arm for Mendoza. Good instincts help him to cover ground. He also walked (17) more than he struck out (16) in 2021, but he did not do much of either. He did throw against lower quality, Division Two competition, so it is still unknown how well Baker will be able to handle professional hitters. Timing is good, everything is where you want it to be on foot strike. Grade: 30, Arm: Arm lacks carry, but it's playable. Willis secondary offerings are more refined than most prep pitchers, with his slider being his go-to breaking ball. The 22-year-old also throws a fastball and a slider with both pitches grading out as average but flashing plus according to Baseball America. He has a good solid frame that's well developed. There are a lot of variables.. Might not get as many whiffs at higher levels due to its sweepiness. On communication and analytics: We spend a lot of time and energy baking-in or combining things like performance data with scouting opinions. University of Texas Likely finds a role as a middle reliever. Potential to be a future plus pitch as he adds strength. Zane Mills, RHP They did sign former Chicago Cubs All Star. 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