He hits for a high rate of flyball and line drive contact and his max exit velocities sit in the 115+ range. Vaughn is a must start in this format and will be an impact bat in OBP, HR, RBI. We also have two Catchers that aren’t really catchers and therefore fit the bill imho. With Eloy Jimenez’s injury, they’re toying with the idea of having him play some left field. Field (40): Below average fielder limited to first base, likely capable of fringe average defense everyday at first. Top prospect Andrew Vaughn is viewed as “having an opportunity” to break camp with the Chicago White Sox. It’s probably the one real influence that I can track on our podcast. What it lacks in precision it provides in practicality. The White Sox have very few interesting story lines this spring training in my humble opinion. Keith Law (the Athletic) – Andrew Vaughn #10 overall. Which brings me to my final element, Vaughn's quality of contact. https://t.co/mq1AVJOEa7, "Want to see me drill a 3-run homer over the left-field fence?" I like the BOARD because it provides a rating for all players that can be used universally to compare prospects across team lists. If you roster Vaughn in an OBP/OPS league, rejoice harder. Let’s Think on Andrew Vaughn for a minute…. 3 overall pick from the 2019 draft, but they’re willing to carry him … The 2010 list is by far the most interesting, Stanton is back who obviously became a superstar, so is Alvarez who turned out to be a scrub. It’s fine, they aren’t the only ones rocking a semi over ole Andrew. What if prospect analysts as a whole have learned quite a bit since the rankings I provided above. Chicago White Sox rookie left fielder Andrew Vaughn is heating up, going 9-for-25 (.360) with three doubles over his last eight games. He has shown … — Andrew Vaughn, probably. The data in pro-ball backs this up, as his 84% contact rate in class-A advanced sticks out. For now a below average defender. For example, Andrew Vaughn is eight months removed from being the third pick in the draft and is one of a trio of elite position player prospects the White Sox have, but hasn't been talked about much this offseason.That may not last for long. The White Sox are starting to see the top-to-bottom dangerous lineup they were dreaming of during the spring with Vaughn heating up at the plate. The 23-year-old picked up his first career three-hit … We’ll give this 2 outta 3. So says Bob Nightengale, who couldn’t get an on-the-record quote […] Mediocrity Personified. This isn’t no Coke vs Pepsi challenge. This is the first card that features Vaughn in his White Sox uniform. Hiura smashed in half a season in 2019 138 OPS+ and sucked eggs last year in the COVID season at 88 OPS+. Ramirez hit a two-run shot — his eighth homer of the season — off Codi Heuer in a three-run seventh inning. If Vaughn turns into either of those, I wonder to what lengths the #Hahnbots will work to defend the pick. Willie Mays famously began his Hall of Fame career by going 0-for-12 before hitting a home run off Warren Spahn for his first major league hit back in 1951. Andrew Vaughn was the third overall pick in the 2019 MLB June Amateur Draft by … Not capable of playing anywhere else so the discussion of how his arm fits elsewhere is moot. Not a determinant in the field but limited in terms of upside there. There are few players outside of Spencer Torkelson or Tristan Casas with the level of power Vaughn packs. Andrew Vaughn ranks first on our Chicago White Sox 2021 Prospect Rankings and 8th on our Top 500 Dynasty Prospects list. The “Bat-Only” part will be quite subjective, so YMMV and feel free to quibble with me on the internets about it. Andrew Vaughn. He has plus bat to ball skills, displaying the ability to make contact with a variety of pitches across several looks. Makes it a very deep lineup doesn't it?" For my money it had all of the elements of what a podcast should be. We’ll count him as bat only, even though I’d say he has some tools, I want to be benevolent where I can. The third overall pick in the 2019 draft, Vaughn’s rookie season got off to a slow start. This 2017 list only has 1 true BAT-ONLY prospect on it and that would be Eloy Jimenez who I would consider…a HIT. So far as a major leaguer he has a 109 OPS+ across basically a full season of plate appearances, which is pretty decent, but far from a stud. Baseball Prospectus – Andrew Vaughn #14 overall. Both former Chorizy faves in fantasy baseball. I can’t guarantee Vaughn will be a star, with the 22-year-old featuring a mere 205 Minor League at-bats and no Minor League games played during the abbreviated 2020 season. It’s White Boy Summer and Vaughn Chets all the boxes. Yet, he already looks like a professional hitter. Eric Longenhagen updated his top 100 prospects in baseball over at FanGraphs on Wednesday. He has plus bat to ball skills, displaying the ability to make contact with a variety of pitches across several looks. Eloy is in here, we’ve already mentioned him. White Sox OF Andrew Vaughn made a nice leaping catch near the wall to take away an extra-base hit on Thursday afternoon. 2019 runs back Vladito, Eloy and adds a new player to the list in Keston Hiura who was so good at the keystone that the Brewers have moved him to 1B, hoping that the universal DH is passed soon. Yes, there is a the Tony La Russa story line, which, for my money, is over played right now. There’s Hobbs’s Andrew Vaughn fantasy, which I won’t be able to supplement in any meaningful way. Hit (60): Easy plus hit tool as Vaughn possesses all of the characteristics we look for in a hitter. That leaves us with one Andrew Vaughn. If so, how many at-bats will he receive in 2021?-- @ChiSoxDave. Andrew Vaughn had two hits for the White Sox, who had won seven of nine. But I know that hype precedes logical thinking so we recommend rostering and seeing if he starts lighting it up immediately. Power (70): Vaughn has a long track record of high end power production throughout his collegiate career. He won the Golden Spikes award last year as the best amateur baseball player in … Then there is Chris Carter who lead the league in home runs one year and was never heard from again. 2019 Opening Day #SoxMath WINNAR Lastly, at 14, is a man who definitely fits this bill and definitely hit 59 HR’s on the way to an MVP, you can now call him Giancarlo (1 for 3 this year). After pinch-hitting for Andrew Vaughn against right-handed closer Emmanuel Clase, with utilityman Leury García, Tony La Russa explained: "García was a good shot to put the ball in play. And because the White Sox didn’t add a more proven bat to take up plate appearances at designated hitter, it appears they’re bringing him along for Opening Day, regardless of immediate service time concerns. Tagged: Andrew Vaughn, Chicago White Sox, Big League Debut, Fantasy Impact and Tools: Andrew Vaughn, Chicago White Sox, Fantasy Impact and Tools: Kyle Isbel, Kansas City Royals, Spring Training Top Prospect Performers: Roster Rewards. The White Sox lead the Majors in Ground Ball rate, is that good?? Hiura is actually pretty similar to Vaughn in that he was an advanced college bat that didn’t play much in the minors (although Hiura played a lot more minors than Vaughn, it’s the closest comparison I could get). Usually rookies need to really hit the ground running to be worth rostering in these shallow leagues. He hit for results with wood on the Cape and is one of the most prestigious power hitters in Division-I history. Vaughn is a perennial all-star that should fit in and soon become a key part of that White Sox young core. Chicago White Sox rookie left fielder Andrew Vaughn is heating up, going 9-for-25 (.360) with three doubles over his last eight games. The start of Andrew Vaughn… Like any industry, knowledge tends to evolve. Instead of just being content with this conclusion, I think we should dig a little deeper. 1) They are very easy to find with a subscription to BP 2) Kevin was known to be good enough at his job at BP that the Houston Astros poached him in 2012 and he was part of the regime that brought a title to Houston in 2017. Not even close. Vaughn makes consistent contact and due to his elite bat speed, and powerful hands he can drive balls with ease. 2019 Andrew Vaughn Bowman Draft Chrome RC #BDC100 (buy on eBay) If you’re looking to start an Andrew Vaughn collection, his 1st Bowman Draft Chrome is the way to go. Near double plus hit tool, but needs to see the challenge of the upper minors to get there. For this first data set, I am going to use Kevin Goldstein’s prospect rankings from Baseball Prospectus. Vaughn, Cal baseball's star and last year's Golden Spikes award winner, is one of the top 2019 MLB Draft prospects. We’ll call that a “HIT” just based on his career OPS+ of 108. pic.twitter.com/T9i1jNS44C. Let’s take a look at the best Andrew Vaughn cards right now for investment. This is probably all natural of course, Vaughn has skullfucked the plumbers and pipe fitters that have pitched to him this spring training to the tune of a .364 / .500 / .545 slash line (going into Sunday’s action). Prospects Live co-founder Ralph Lifshitz wrote the scouting report used below. Imho, the 2007 rankings contain 3 very clear Bat-Only prospects, #3 Delmon Young (OOPS! He isn’t on Chicago’s 40-man, so the team will need to select him. Four White Sox prospects were included: Luis Robert (No. He is projected to be the DH for the … Good hands and infield actions, limited range and ability to move around the bag. Bruce was good enough in his prime to be a HIT! Still, I’d consider this analysis inconclusive. We’ll say 1 out of 2 here. T. Hanks. But his profile suggests MLB teams will … I have no clue. 2011…..Bryce Harper has entered the conversation. It would seem to be less of a given that the player makes it and provides you a top notch performance. So far, so good for first baseman Andrew Vaughn in his first spring with the White Sox.. Vaughn, the team's No. Even before the unfortunate injury to Eloy Jimenez that’s going to knock him out for five to six months, (don’t try and rob spring training homers, folks!) He covers the stats. Montero and Dominic Brown are also here *FART NOISE*. Well, we didn’t learn anything specifically about Vaughn, but we did learn something about the inherent risk of Bat-Only prospects in the very top of the 100 best prospect rankings. ), #9 Jay Bruce (Okay, okay) and #12 Ryan Braun (terrific hitter, jag of a dude, but lol at him being a 3b, I kinda sorta remember those days). The White Sox are starting to … When Jose Abreu … I am going to use them for several reasons. 2019 was his first season in pro ball and he hit .278/.384/.449, and he drew rave reviews in 2020 at the alternate site in Schaumburg and has turned even more heads with his performance this spring. Got-damn!! From a fantasy perspective he needs to be rostered in every league where he’s an option due to his hit and power skills, as well as his spot in one of what should be the best offenses in baseball in 2021. La Russa doesn't consider Vaughn part of Chicago's offensive core at this point -- a foundation that includes Tim Anderson, Yasmani Grandal, José Abreu, Yoán Moncada, Adam Eaton and players of that established ilk. I need a cigarette. Okay, people are clearly smitten with Andrew Vaughn. Lacks some feel at times on the bases and will be caught flat-footed. Travis Snider was a perennial Chorizy fantasy baseball pick. I’m 100% Bringing My Glove To Every Game This Week.. The White Sox selected Andrew Vaughn with the third pick in the 2019 draft, after the Orioles and Royals selected Adley Rutschman and Bobby Witt Jr. first and second overall. Alvarez and Snider at 3 & 4 is quite the tandem. Vaughn left Cal as one of the top hitters in the history of the NCAA, hitting .376/.497/.691 during his three year career and an absolutely historic sophomore season, hitting .402/.531/.819 with 23 homers on his way to capturing the Golden Spikes Award as the national player of the year. 12 prospect overall, per MLB Pipeline, who possesses an extremely polished approach. Former Cal star Andrew Vaughn was looking good to make the Chicago White Sox opening day roster as the team’s designated hitter. In left field his arm essentially doesn’t matter, but hitters will take the extra base on him while he’s out in left field. You got Coke and dats it. When he steps to the plate, manager Tony La Russa said, Vaughn … 15-team leagues - Vaughn might’ve been snagged at the tail end of your draft recently, and almost certainly so after the Sox announced he’d break camp. Kiley McDaniel (ESPN) – Andrew Vaughn #8 overall. The big loss of Eloy has thrown those plans for a bit of a loop as Vaughn has now began working out in the outfield — a position he’s never played before — a week before they open the season. See below for the collectively overall prospects rankings for Andrew Vaughn across the major websites. In those 55 games, Vaughn posted a 12.2 BB% and 15.5 K%, which are pretty respectable marks for a young player getting their first taste of professional pitching, let alone an elite power prospect like Vaughn. For everyone who doesn’t look great, who cares, My 75 walk (and maybe my .350 OBP) prediction for Andrew Vaughn may have actually been too conservative. Lack of foot speed will be an issue in the outfield. While Vaughn is extremely talented, that is unfair to ask any player. I’d still consider him a good hitter. 12-team leagues - Vaughn isn’t quite a must start in 12-team leagues and their shallower counterparts. Kevin’s old podcast back at Baseball Prospectus with Jason Parks called “Up and In” was my first exposure to prospects really and I still don’t have that much interest in prospect overall, but their podcast was outstanding. Vaughn has held his own in the outfield. Joined by two Royals prospects, Eric Hosmer and Mike Moustakas, who I would consider HITS, however, I doubt White Sox fans would be thrilled with either’s early career performance being transposed onto the 2021 White Sox. We’ll call this 2 for 4 right now. 2008 has Bruce back at #1 overall and then Travis Snider at #7 overall. Jesus Montero, who is LEGENDARY in all my favorite #108ing ways and Carlos Santana (not that one) who became a very good and productive hitter in the majors for a long time. “Tried to take a step back and just slow it down and be myself,” Vaughn said. Andrew Vaughn is ranked as the best prospect at his position by MLB.com and the 14th best prospect overall. Let’s bring in Fangraphs top 100 from 2017-2019, using THE BOARD, which is probably my favorite feature on the website. Dynasty league - If you roster Vaughn, rejoice. Andrew Vaughn is going to be a great player for the Chicago White Sox. 2) Rick Hahn specifically has spoken of him being ready to contribute to the 2021 team. With max exit velocities sitting 115+ mph with an average launch angle of 12 degrees. Even in our FIRST CALL show from yesterday, the most slurped White Sox player during the show as Vaughn. MLB Pipeline – Andrew Vaughn #13 overall. Andrew Vaughn’s talent is showing through for the White Sox.. Now it did take Eloy a couple tree months to be like Stella, he did eventually get there, so we’ll put that on the good side. SIDE NOTE: Don’t trust any of Chorizy’s fantasy baseball advice. Big Feet Energy Arm (45): Good arm for a first baseman, he’s a former shortstop and his arm still has some carry left. there was some talk that White Sox top prospect Andrew Vaughn was going to break camp with the team and occupy their vacant DH spot. After Andrew Vaughn collected three hits in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader, Tony La Russa pondered the effects of a switched-on Vaughn. Keith Law (the Athletic) – Andrew Vaughn #10 overall, Eric Longenhagen (Fangraphs) – Andrew Vaughn #14 overall, Kiley McDaniel (ESPN) – Andrew Vaughn #8 overall, Baseball Prospectus – Andrew Vaughn #14 overall, Baseball America (I don’t have a sub, but someone blogged about it) – Andrew Vaughn #21 overall. When I say “BAT-ONLY” players, I mean those players with very little defensive value. Giolito and Vaughn look great. It’s possible that the marketplace as a whole has changed course on this particular profile of player and now when those players are included that you can more reliably assume you will get quality major league production. Anyways, let’s get to the gritty details. Eric Longenhagen (Fangraphs) – Andrew Vaughn #14 overall. Might get to average with work. Andrew Vaughn ranks first on our Chicago White Sox 2021 Prospect Rankings and 8th on our Top 500 Dynasty Prospects list. I don’t think we’ll learn much about that situation until some shit happens. White Sox rookie Andrew Vaughn is heating up at the plate, providing a glimpse into how deep and how dangerous the South Side lineup can be this season. It’s only spring training, but Andrew Vaughn looks like he belongs. Andrew Vaughn is generally a first baseman. Look for the centerfielder to shade towards right field and Vaughn losing late playing time due to defensive replacements as well. Out of … He did improve his defense vastly at 3b, which I don’t think is a likely outcome for Vaughn, but wtf do I know? 3) He’s extremely influential to me personally on how we do the 108 Podcast. What do rankings mean for future performance, and more specifically that current year’s performance? Like Whore In order to make the Chicago White Sox opening roster, Andrew Vaughn is going to have to impress one person more than any other: Manager Tony La … Let’s try it. It had tangents into interesting topics, it had cool music, they talked about booze, they made you laugh. They had nothing to wait for in promoting Vaughn, and they didn’t wait. Speed (30): Poor base runner that's essentially station to station. His innate strength and elite bat speed allow him to consistently barrel up the baseball. But for fantasy, it opens up new positional flexibility to a batting profile that was already strong to begin with. Single...Attended the University of California (majored in legal studies)…batted .376 (223-593) with 35 doubles, one triple, 50 homers and 163 RBI in 160 games over three seasons with California...Ranked among the Golden Bears all-time leaders with 50 home runs (T2nd) and 163 RBI (4th) at the time of his departure...Was the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award honoree in 2018 and a … Generally these will be 1b / LF type players, but it could also be other positions, where it is obvious that the player was a bad defender everywhere and materially all of their value was based on their hitting. For real life, that’s, er, not ideal. Conclusion: Andrew Vaughn will make his White Sox debut just shy of his 23rd birthday and his combination of approach, contact ability, and power makes him one of the top pure hitters that has yet to make their MLB debut. Further, what about if the player has barely played in the minors at all. Seems like a complicated question, but let’s narrow this discussion down a bit. Andrew Vaughn has only been paid to hit baseballs in 245 plate appearances. Vaughn may be as proficient with a rod and reel as he is with a bat. He … 2 prospect in MLB Pipeline's newly released 2020 rankings, hit his first homer Friday against the Indians, going deep to left field off right-hander Dakody Clemmer in the eighth inning.. He loves to fish. 3) And most importantly, there are no other alternatives. Prized White Sox prospect Andrew Vaughn has made the team’s Opening Day roster. His father, Toby … I’m behind the market of White Sox fans on my certainty that Andrew Vaughn will be a stud, but I’m hopeful, because while I’m a skeptic by nature, my glass is always half full. There is the 5th starter and back up catcher positional battles, but both lack intrigue as they lack interesting external options for stirring the proverbial pot. Let’s draw some proverbially lines in the sand to get a better grip on the problem, shall we? Vaughn, 23, has opened his Major League career with two hits in 13 at-bats over five games, adding in three walks and one hit-by-pitch for a .353 on-base percentage. The White Sox have had extension talks with top prospect Andrew Vaughn, the No. THE TOOLS. It’s my first stop when digging around to look at and compare prospects. The White Sox are on the cusp. Out of the draft Vaughn did not show the elite power he had at Cal, but the data backs up the elite power grade. That’s how we should look at Vaughn for the purpose of this analysis. After Andrew Vaughn collected three hits in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader, Tony La Russa pondered the effects of a switched-on Vaughn. " He has elite on-base skills, working deep into counts, spoiling junk on the edges and working himself into hitters counts as he hunts for pitches to drive. 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