If 2014 was the breakout year for Jharel Cotton, then 2015 was the official coming out party. Despite missing the start of the season with a wrist injury, he returned to dominate the Texas League and earn a place in Baseball America’s top 10 Dodgers prospects list. While I don’t quite see such a lofty status for Cotton, he’s overcome sizable odds as an undersized late rounder to pitch his way into contention for an active roster spot on the Dodgers at some time during the 2016 season. Like Ross Stripling before him, the question is just what role would fit Cotton best, with relief being the most likely option.
Dodgers top prospects 2016: No. 16, Jharel Cotton
