The young fireballer from Cuba takes the 9th spot in our 2018 Community Prospect Rankings. Now, it’s up to you to decide who will round out the Top 10. An outfielder was added to the list.
Tyler Stephenson, C, 21
Highest 2017 Level: Low-A (Dayton Dragons)
Eye-Poppingest Fact: 12.6% walk rate and .374 OBP in 2017.
Most Worrisome Fact: Has not been able to stay healthy over the last 2 seasons, power has dropped since arriving in MiLB.
Alias(es): Ty Steve, “Kennesaw”, “Bat Flippin’”
Tyler Stephenson was drafted in the first round of the 2015 draft as the 11th overall pick.