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Physical Description:
Medium, sturdy frame. Above-average athlete. Has filled out
considerably since he signed and added a lot of strength.
Hit: Starts square and vertical with his
hands high. Deliberate leg kick timing device. Plus bat speed
with a long swing. Approach is a work in progress and has a fair
amount of swing-and-miss in his game. Expands the zone often and
will miss in the zone. Crushes fringy fastballs and has made
major strides against secondary pitches. Will be tested by more
advanced velocity in the high-minors. Potential below-average
hit tool.
Power: Plus raw power. Swing
has natural loft. Power is mostly to the pull side and shows up
presently, especially against lefties. Produces high-end exit
velocities. Potential above-average in-game power.
Run: Average speed. Not the most fluid runner
when accelerating, but can move when he gets going.
Field: Strong instincts and range in center
field. Makes up for lack of speed with solid athleticism and
instincts. Has really taken to the outfield since moving there.
Potential above-average defender at any outfield position.
Arm: Plus arm strength. Plenty for any
outfield position.
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Career Notes:
Older brother of Red Sox minor league catcher Johanfran Garcia.
Was given the nickname "The Password" by @insidefastball on Twitter in October 2021 because of his unique first name, and Garcia
saw the tweet and adopted the moniker. The nickname did not
catch until 2024 during his breakout in Greenville. Played
shortstop as an amateur, but moved to the outfield in pro ball.
Participated in the 2021 Fall Performance Program. Organization
was very pleased with his work during the 2023-24 offseason that
preceded his strong 2024 performance. Led the Red Sox system in
home runs in 2024. Was added to the 40-man roster in November
2024 to protect him from selection in the Rule 5 Draft.
Participated in the Red Sox Rookie Development Program in
January 2025. Started in the 2025 Spring breakout and Futures at
Fenway South games.
Summation: Potential reserve platoon outfielder.
Ceiling of an everyday center fielder. Took major strides during
the 2024 season and saw his prospect stock rise greatly as he
moved from Low-A all the way to Double-A. Power-over-hit profile
at the plate, with substantial impact ability, especially
against lefties. Hit tool development will determine future
potential, as there are major questions about how he will handle more
advanced pitching. Power is very legit and if given playing
time, has 20-plus home run potential. Also brings a solid
defensive profile and plus arm, so there is less pressure on his
bat due to carry him to the majors. Hard worker who has
developed substantially in all areas since he signed.
Links
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