Aledmys Diaz

Born: 08/01/1990 (Age: 33)
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 195
Primary Position: SS
Seconday Position: 3B
Acquisition Period: Signed as an international Free Agent on March 9th, 2014 (STL)
Entry Point: IFA
Report Info
Evaluator:
Report Date: December 20th, 2015
Dates Seen: 11/9/15, 11/13/15
Level: Triple-A
Affiliate: Surprise Saguaros
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MLB ETA Future Floor Future Ceiling Realistic Role Risk
2016 50 50 Role 50; major league regular Low
Tool Present Future Comments
Hit 40 40 Strong forearms with short and compact swing; loose wrists and barrel control; aggressive approach with ability to lay off spin; attacks first pitch fastballs; front side can leak open at times against off-speed.
Strong forearms with short and compact swing; loose wrists and barrel control; aggressive approach with ability to lay off spin; attacks first pitch fastballs; front side can leak open at times against off-speed.
Raw Power 50 50 Slight leverage with average raw power; swing is more conducive for a doubles-heavy hitter.
Slight leverage with average raw power; swing is more conducive for a doubles-heavy hitter.
Run 50 50 4.30 home to first; displays agility and a solid second gear in the field and on the bases.
4.30 home to first; displays agility and a solid second gear in the field and on the bases.
Field 50 50 Smooth footwork and quick hands; average range; quick transfers; instinctive reactions at SS.
Smooth footwork and quick hands; average range; quick transfers; instinctive reactions at SS.
Throw 60 60 Plus arm strength with carry from the hole; quick release.
Plus arm strength with carry from the hole; quick release.
Overall Summary
Diaz lacks any standout tools, but plays an average shortstop and is ready for the majors now. His ability to play multiples positions also increases his versatility to a club. Diaz profiles as a solid regular that can hold his own up the middle.