Will throw it in fastball counts, and it can get swing and misses as well as generate weak contact. 2 yr, $5.5M (2022-23) $2,750,000. Throws across his body, leads to an uncomfortable at bat for lefties. Really needs a DH in the National League though. St. Louis initial Day 2 selection is power-hitting Massachusetts prep outfielder Joshua Baez. Bats: Right Grade: 40, Run: Not a speed threat. With his command, he is a nice fill in option for the Cardinals to have if needed. No matter where you start, Delaware North exposes you to the dynamic systems of an industry leader. As a young draft I believe he was 20 at the time he has time on his side to keep developing and get better. There is room to add some to the frame, but for his height he is built well. These committees help with creating an atmosphere of inclusiveness, positive reinforcement to employee performance and creating working conditions that encourage employees to commit enthusiastically to the organization's goals and values. It might be limiting for us if we stick to a rigid strategy that is not data-driven. Thats money that our GM can allocate to another area, or a more abundant, cheaper, position. Like most young power hitters, swing-and-miss is a concern with Baez. While he's a strong defender at 1B, his bat simply does not profile in a starter's role. Grade: 45, Power: Quick hands generate power. Between instincts and speed he's got the 'wow' factor defensively. You can sign up for job alerts as well to receive notifications once a new internship opportunity is available. Prospects Live Staff. Physical Description: Long limbs, but the frame is filled out. Keeps feet close together pre-load. He has played primarily third but has also spent some time at first base as well as second. Long Beach State Has some nice fade to it. Fastball: 88-91 T93. Thick core and lower half. He's generally around the plate, but the fastball has a tendency to sail. The St. Louis Cardinals midseason Top 30 prospects for 2021 . Likes to use early in the count to steal a strike. Any time youre dealing with amateur baseball players, its highly variable. Speed isn't a positive part of his game. The pitch has a natural sinking action and generates groundballs. . In the general flow of the draft, Flores said the Cardinals pivoted after the comp pick of Holgate, their third player taken of 11 overall so far. Hit 12 homers in 54 games but was aided by a sky high 29% HR/FB rate, so I don't expect him to repeat the power production in the next go around. The pool amount for this pick is $144,600. It seems that the Cardinals are looking to replenish their minor league pitching depth with college pitchers in this draft. 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. Grade: 40, Arm: Strong arm. Millions of Cardinals fans take flight to the stadium every season! 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. If the velocity didn't take a dip he likely gets protected by the Cardinals this winter. Low and inefficient spin limits the success of the pitch. Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Ludwin Jimenez, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-0Weight: 225 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2020 Draft - Round 5RuleV: 2023. He's worked on shortening his swing to make more contact, so that's something to watch for as we head into 2021. Will pitch inside. FREE AGENT. Might not get as many whiffs at higher levels due to its sweepiness. Physical Description: Short, and muscular with large biceps and forearms. Above-average depth and plus command. Long limbs, especially his legs.. Hit: Slightly open stance. 10% off Blowout Sale now underway on the spiral-bound, printed version. Physical Description: Short, baby faced right-hander. Having to pitch without the extra heat was a tough adjustment, and he ran into some problems in the upper minors. Cardinals Insider. Delivery & Mechanics: Fast, loose delivery. Tunnels well off of the fastball up in the zone. Ruiz is smooth and athletic on the mound, which may give the Cardinals confidence that he can develop as a starter. Fastball: Generally operates in the low-mid 90's, usually in the 91-94 mph range with flashes of 95-96 at times. To access available internships, click on the "Job Openings" button and apply as appropriate. ), Joshua Baez Outfielder Prior to his first stint with the Cardinals [2004-2008], he earned an undergraduate degree from Brown and a masters degree in statistics from Harvard. . Modest toe tap. Tool plays up due to his high IQ and ability to get the ball out of his glove quick. I do expect him to play more first base than second as he climbs the ladder. With his profile though he just needs to be fringe-average. Average grade because I'm assuming some growth occurred here. 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. Graceffo has been a starter for Villanova since he set foot on campus. Throws: Right. Shows an uncanny IQ at the bag. His feel for barrel isn't very good. Adjusting to offspeed pitches will go a long way in improving his offensive stock. Even though Baker has good pitchability, he also has intriguing stuff with his fastball and two solid secondary pitches. 9 of 11 are from college with 2 high schoolers. Long legs and arms. Top Prospect . Not much room, if any, for more weight to be added. Slight bend in the knees. Ruiz improved his strikeout rate dramatically since his first season, going from 6.58 K/9 as a freshman to 9.21 K/9 in his third collegiate season. Fastball: Generally in the low 90's. I just think it helps in the way that I do this job. Grade: 45, Changeup: 81-83. 64, 220 The right-hander did redshirt twice, once in 2018 as a freshman, and again in 2020 due to COVID. OFP: 35Role: 30 - Up/Down Emergency DepthRisk: High, Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Edgardo Rodriguez, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-1Weight: 195 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2015 IFARuleV: 2020. The long stride and mechanics generate good extension. From its simple beginnings, Delaware North Sportservice Corporation, Inc. (Sportservice) has evolved into one of the largest and most successful hospitality companies in the world. He'll never be a power guy, and there's a chance he might not hit for much average either. Ludwin has room to pack on significant mass while still maintaining his lanky build. Will try and throw the pitch by guys, despite its limitations. Slows the arm way down and it lacks significant depth or fade. And, fortunately, Stephen has not stopped hitting. The appeal included his aggressive path hitting with zero fear: and ability to make contact.. 62. Coaching Staff; Name Age DoB Role Start Date End Date; Oliver Marmol: 35: us US: Jul 2, 1986: Manager: Apr 7: Oct 5: Skip Schumaker . Not a ton of movement, but when located armside it can get some armside run. Used as an out pitch against lefties and righties. Under his watch, the Cardinals have drafted Michael Wacha, Marco Gonzales and a number of soon-to-reach-St. Louis prospects. Grade: 30, Run: Well below-average runner. This is strong velocity for a fastball, which when commanded well, should give Love a solid pitch. His size, left-handedness and profile make him similar to Alec Burleson who the Cardinals took with the 70th pick in the 2020 draft. Will manipulate it between 4 seam and sinker. In 2016, he became the Cardinals' Head Team Orthopedic Surgeon. As a reliever only I'd bump this up a half grade. Regardless, he will likely begin his career at the hot corner. Washington State University In the summer of 2019, the right-hander finished with a 2.89 ERA while working out of the rotation and the bullpen. These college arms are candidates to move quicker than high schoolers, which may be part of the appeal for St. Louis since the organization is struggling to pitch effectively at all levels. Grade: 50, Curveball: More of a sweeping breaking ball with horizontal break. Id guess having a background in analytics influences the way I look at assembling a staff, but at the end of the day, Id prefer not to have a department where we all think the same way or have the same set of experiences to draw upon. 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. Grade: 50, Slider: More horizontal break than the curveball, obviously, and he will pair it off the fastball. He is able to control all three of his pitches and is at his best when he is locating them at the bottom of the strike zone. Different motions but was a pitcher briefly at NC State. Help us build an exceptional experience for the best fans in baseball. They both could use some refinement, but he gets good movement on both pitches. Drives off the back leg and generates a big downward plane, and hides the ball well behind his large frame. Inclusion involves respecting individual differences and capturing the advantages they provide. He begins with a long stride back and the delivery really slows down, but then its a quick leg kick. Physical Description: Short for the position and stocky. Completed a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, Satisfactorily pass pre-employment screenings, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work flexible hours, including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays, Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc). The Cardinals have as many as 12 coaching positions in the minor leagues that are not being renewed, and one full-time scout is not being renewed. This gives him an intriguing skillset centered around speed and on-base abilities with sneaky power. Zane Mills, RHP 63, 232 An organization's culture does not necessarily involve the everyday work of employees, but is made up of the unique social aspects of the organization and how employees identify with the organization that ultimately has a direct effect on employee lifespan. Tagged: 2021, Julio E. Rodriguez, Trevor Hooth, Age: 24 yrHeight: 6-1Weight: 231 lbsHits/Throws: L/RAcquired: 2019 Draft - Round 32RuleV: 2022. He's fluent in english as well as spanish which is obviously huge in today's game, especially for a catcher. Drive leg finishes with a high kick. Any physical projection in the body would lean in the negative direction. Ranked the Cardinals No. Less margin for error. Antico was not known for his power throughout his college career, but he did hit 10 home runs and 16 doubles with Texas. Depite batting just .273, Antico finished the year with a .436 OBP and .926 OPS. The defensive side of things might just be good enough to give Rodriguez a chance in the big leagues. Inclusion means creating a workplace in which people of all backgrounds and cultures feel included, welcomed and valued. Obviously, you dont want to start too far down the defensive spectrum and thats why a lot of teams focus on up-the-middle, but if you think the bat is something you cant find in an up-the-middle defender, you stretch that line of thinking. Overall: The Cardinals do very well in developing arms from Latin America. Good, quiet target that really excels framing the low pitch. Prior to his first stint with the Cardinals . More muscular than soft, which is a recent change. Throws: Right. Cardinals Roster & Staff. Grade: 45, Arm: While the glove can play anywhere, Robertson's arm is not as strong. Arm is playable at third, but the glove isn't. Tagged: 2021, Evan Kruczynski, Matt Thompson, Age: 24 yrHeight: 6-0Weight: 245 lbsHits/Throws: R/RAcquired: 2015 IFARuleV: 2020. Absolutely does not get cheated. Above-average bat speed. Finishes with push leg swing high and across. Team Fielding--Totals. If he can tick into the 90s consistently while reaching the mid-90s, he could improve his ceiling. Along with this partnership developed the EXPLORE Baseball Youth Career Immersion program where diverse high school students from the surrounding St. Louis community come to learn about possible career opportunities in baseball. Age: 26 yrHeight: 6-5Weight: 215 lbsHits/Throws: L/LAcquired: 2017 Draft - Round 9RuleV: 2020. Grade: 50, Slider: Tough pitch for lefties due to arm slot. Staff comments (individual rankings in parentheses) Message board community . He had a strong freshman season, appearing in 42 games and making contact but not tapping into power. If his bat translates to the professional ranks, then Tovalin should be able to produce enough at the plate to play first base. Tagged: 2021, Matt Thompson, Evan Mendoza, Age: 22 yrHeight: 6-0Weight: 184 lbsHits/Throws: S/LAcquired: 2020 Draft - Round 3RuleV: 2023. Breaks toward the backfoot of right-handers. The pool amount for this pick is $657,600. Grade: 50. It can flash tighter break to create whiffs, but not often. Luken Baker cranks a three-run home run to left field, giving the Cardinals a 12-4 lead in the 8th inning. The right-hander finished his final collegiate season with 86 strikeouts and just 13 walks in 82 innings. (All player scouting reports are written by The Cardinal Nation analyst Blake Newberry. After picking a string of college pitchers, the Cardinals can afford to make a riskier, high ceiling selection while still injecting plenty of experienced pitching into the organization. The left-hander played for St. Louis from 2004-08, appearing in over 200 games as a relief pitcher. Derrick Goold. Coaching Staff. Relies more on weak contact and living on the black, or just off the plate. He also played every game in center field. Overall: Pitched well in the lower levels of the minors due to his elite command and feel. It can be fun to watch him pitch. Sinker generates some arm side run low in the zone. He holds runners very well and will vary his timing pitch by pitch with runners on base. He backs up his low walk rates with only one homer allowed in over 80 professional innings. Working with us means you're ready to face exciting new challenges in the sports business world with poise, confidence and tenacity. I should add that our strategy being based on saving money in the future doesnt mean we shy away from the high-upside guys. Stephen played third base for a time, but it was clear early on that another position would be a better fit for him, and so far that looks like right field. Absolutely not. Despite concerns with frame he proved to be durable as he was second in the Gulf Coast League in innings in 2019. There might be 40-grade raw pop here, but his in game power is nearly at the bottom of the scale. Plus raw power but I'm bumping it down a bit because he doesn't fully get all of it in games yet. Former Cardinals scouting director Chris Correa was sentenced to 46 months in prison last July for what amounted to 12 counts of corporate espionage. If we didnt allow some wiggle room quite a bit of wiggle room in some cases from the influence of our scouts voices, wed be off.. Still see him as a .240-.250 hitter though. Grade: 40, Power: There's not a ton of power to be had. Bakers slider is capable of generating whiffs, especially when it is thrown below the knees. Simple drop and drive delivery that allows him to drive up and over the glove side. 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. Under his watch, the Cardinals have drafted Michael Wacha, Marco Gonzales and a number of soon-to-reach-St. Louis prospects. 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. Grade: 30, Field: His glove can play multiple positions.Works hard and doesn't hesitate to give up his body to make a play. Improvements to his fastball to play along with the slider would go a long way with him fitting into high leverage situations. Jack Ralston - Scouting Report. 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. Antico began his college career with St. Johns where he played four seasons. Also note the below qualifications required for the internships program before applying. 2023 Single Game Tickets - On Sale Friday at 10am CT. 2023 Ticket Packs . Plays above average, but can flash plus with good deception and fade. Gordon Graceffo, RHP I dont spend much time writing code anymore I did quite a bit of that when I was in Oakland but there is less time for me to do that in this role, and we have a few really talented guys in our office where programming is their primary responsibility. Potential to be a future plus pitch as he adds strength. As an experienced college pitcher with no glaring holes in his game, Love could be a fast mover in his first couple professional seasons. The 22-year-old improved his control every season after finishing his freshman year with 5.1 walks per nine innings and ended 2021 with 1.5 walks per nine innings. Mills does not project to be a high-strikeout pitcher. Delivery & Mechanics: His windup is a bit of a flashback to simpler times, with the windmill type arm swing that you see in the black and white highlights. 2021 Mid-Season List Series. We are committed to working in our communities and providing a great experience for our diverse workforce and fan base. Bios, scouting reports and videos on all picks at The Cardinal Nation. The right-hander appears to be another strong candidate to enter the rotation in the professional ranks. Lands in line during power slot. He has plenty of size and promise but could use some refinement on all his pitches. Do I expect this every year with our first pick? His best change to be a big leaguer is by way of a slider heavy approach in the bullpen. Frame essentially is what it is. This gives him the potential to draw a decent number of walks, but he may take longer to tap into his power given his inconsistent ability to hit for average. At least 12. Now available, The Cardinal Nation 2021 Prospect Guide is back for a fourth year. St. Louis Cardinals. As a freshman, he operated as a swingman before moving into the rotation as a sophomore. Like previous selections Joshua Baez and Ryan Holgate, Tovalin profiles as a power corner player. Scouting Director: Randy Flores Ballpark: Busch Stadium III Attendance: 3,480,393 (2nd of 15) . Pitch plays up due to deception, as he hides the ball behind his body during the delivery. Graceffo also like to manipulate his changeup by speeding it up or slowing it down. MLB Draft. On Tuesday morning, DeWitt Jr. and the Cardinals announced an extension of Mozeliak's contract as president of baseball operations through 2025, tacking two more years onto his deal that was set. Strong transfers and plus ability to get out of the crouch can slow a running game to a halt. Throws: Right. His pitch data isn't as promising as some of the other recent college arms, so I have him ranked behind them. Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. He was sitting in the low-90s and even nudging 95 at times. Upper and lower half stay in sync well through delivery. The corner infielder stole nine bases in the 2021 season, so he may have enough quickness to stick at third base long term. Won't steal any bases either. Fortunately, our ownership has been very supportive and allowed us to spend up to the five-percent overage in each year of the current CBA since the 2012 draft. Walks hurt him more than missing over the middle of the plate. Through this corporate partnership the Cardinals have been able to learn from various trainings on unconscious bias and gender identity as well as host Listen.Talk.Learn sessions for the community. Closing in on physical maturity, plus body. From there, if players were close, which is often the case after the first 100 picks or so, the Cards leaned to pitching. Can change pace when playing off the sinker. Shows good barrel control and an ability to use the whole field, but still hits his fair share of grounders to the left side. The right-hander is another starter who will likely get the chance to work as a starter with the Cardinals. His patience to get him in hitters counts helps the hit tool play up. 60, 200 That's too high for a player over the league average age. League Register; Team Player Value--Batters. The St. Louis Cardinals have traditionally been a force in the National League. Redmond has easy plus raw power, and will get to it in games despite a linear, line-drive oriented swing. Fastball: Inconsistent velocity. First-hand news and commentary on the St. Louis Cardinals and minor league system for over 20 years. Throws: Right. by Retrosheet. Attacks hitters; would think he throws 100+ with how he attacks. Hit: Crouched stance. Kantrovitz on economizing through the draft: We view the draft as a mechanism to save money. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Scouting reports; 1951; G-Y Contributor: Rickey, Branch Date: 1906; Manuscript/Mixed Material Branch Rickey Papers: Baseball File, 1906-1971; Scouting reports; 1952; A-E . Doesn't move that great laterally, but is a strong receiver. Good weight transfer and balance as his weight shifts to his back leg at stride. Throws it at their back foot. Has shown traits of being an above-average pitch but will lose its shape. Utilizes an inverted windup. Additionally, of his 86 hits, 32 went for extra bases. In 2018, we introduced employee empowered committees that focus on employee engagement, employee recognition, and diversity and inclusion efforts. We've partnered with Anheuser-Busch on The Jackie Robinson Jersey Program sponsored by On the Run (Wallis Companies), raising more than $400,000 to support Cardinals Care and the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar Program that directly impacts the St. Louis area JRF scholars and provision of their college education. Delivery & Mechanics: A high effort delivery with a pronounced head whack. Will start at-bats with it, and trusts it enough to throw it in any count. Baker has also received plenty of praise for his work ethic from the Angelo State coaching staff. This is what gives him the risk of overextending his front arm, as his hands do not always get to the same spot. Stands tall with hands by his head. Became more hittable in the upper minors and was homer prone in Double-A. They did sign former Chicago Cubs All Star. A troubling trend, but fatigue looked to play a part in that. Candidates must meet the qualifications at the time of application. Top 35 Prospects: St. Louis Cardinals by Eric Longenhagen April 8, 2021 Below is an analysis of the prospects in the farm system of the St. Louis Cardinals. Grade: 30, Control and Command: Command and control have both improved since he left UCLA. Graceffo is able to manipulate his slider in a way that makes it look like two distinct pitches. (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. Mike Antico, OF The 21-year-old also played in the Northwoods League in 2019, but he struggled to the tune of a .717 OPS in 243 plate appearances. St. Louis Cardinals latest roster 2022 including full season roster, 40-man roster, coaching staff and more on Baseball-Reference.com . Despite the low velocity everything is set up off the fastball. Physical Description: Barrel chested with big shoulders and strong forearms. Better command of his curveball, than the fastball. 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. He's never going to be an exceptional strike thrower. Of the scale again in 2020 due to arm slot him ranked behind them a way that makes look! 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