2016 Los Angeles Angels Top 15 prospects

Organization Grades

Hitting: D ... Pitching: D- ... Top-end Talent: D- ... Depth: D ... Overall: D

 



Minor League Affiliates

Triple-A: Salt Lake (Triple A West)
Double-A: Rocket City (Double A South)
High-A: Tri-City (A+ West)
Low-A: Inland Empire (A West)
Rookie: ACL Angels (Arizona Complex League)
Rookie: DSL Angels (Dominican Summer League)

 



1. Taylor Ward (C) ... 6-2, 190 ... R/R ... 22 ... 2015 (1) Fresno State University

Comments: Compact, athletic backstop who isn't blessed with plus tools, but gets job done with simple approach and contact-oriented stroke. Discerning eye at plate is best current attribute and gets on base consistently. Can drive ball to gaps and shows some pull power. Exhibits terrific arm strength with accuracy, though...

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