Jake Fraley Stats & Scouting Report — College Baseball, Mlb Draft, Prospects

Track Record: The Mariners acquired Fraley in the trade that sent Mike Zunino to the Rays for Mallex Smith. Fraley missed most of 2017 with a knee injury and then the early part of 2018 with a foot injury after spending the offseason in the Australian Baseball League. Healthy for the second half of 2018, he hit .347/.415/.547 at high Class A Charlotte.

Scouting Report: Fraley has a good approach at the plate with above-average bat speed and a simple, balanced swing, but his 2018 numbers overstate his impact potential. He has a track record for putting the bat on the ball and drawing walks. While he hits righthanders better, Fraley has shown that he holds his own against southpaws. His below-average power results in more doubles to the gap than balls over the fence. His best tool is his plus speed, allowing him to stay in center field, but he needs to develop better instincts on the bases. Above-average range and a fringe-average arm are enough for all three outfield positions, and his most likely big league role will be as a versatile backup outfielder.

The Future: Fraley will have to prove that he can stay on the field after battling injuries. The Mariners will move him quickly to try to make up for lost time. His most likely role is as a fourth outfielder.