Previous winner
SS Wander Franco (S/R, 5’10 189, 18 in 2019)
2018 statistics with rookie-level Princeton: 273 PA, .351/.418/.587, 11 HR, 28 XBH, 9.9 BB%, 7.0 K%
After signing for $3.83 million, Franco quickly proved the Rays made a wise investment. He got on base in nearly every game he played and was named Appalachian League Player of the Year. In addition to his impressive tools — his hit and power grades could both be plus — he already has a mature plate approach and drew more walks than he had strikeouts.