Diego Velasquez: SF Giants Prospect to Watch with Hot Start and Impressive Performance in High-A Ball
The SF Giants should keep an eye on Diego Velasquez, an underrated prospect off to a hot start. Velasquez, a top signing from Venezuela in 2021, has shown significant potential in the Giants' system, excelling at A ball and continuing his excellence in High-A ball in 2024.
By the Numbers- Velasquez managed a 125 wRC+ with a .298/.387/.434 slash line in 2023, outperforming the league average by 25% at only 19 years old.
- In 2024, across 57 plate appearances in High-A ball, he has achieved a 157 wRC+ and a .333/.429/.417 slash line.
His strikeout rate has increased to 24.6%, but historical data suggests it may decrease as he adjusts to the level.
State of Play- Velasquez has shown a strong on-base and speed approach at the plate, coupled with good plate discipline and quality defense at shortstop and second base.
- He is evaluated as a future 55 in the field, a future 50 hit tool, and with both current and future 50 speed by Fangraphs.
If Velasquez continues his impressive performance, he could potentially earn a promotion to Double-A before the year ends.
Bottom LineDiego Velasquez's combination of high-contact hitting, plus speed, and good plate discipline makes him a prospect to watch, despite not being widely recognized in the Giants system.
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