Don’t let the thought of a 39-round pick fool you, as Chavez Young was one of the hottest prospects in the Blue Jays system last year. He was finally promoted out of rookie ball and has been flying around the bases for the Lansing Lugnuts ever since.
About three months ago, our very own Clayton Richer talked about the impression Young was making on general manger, Ross Atkins.
Position: Outfield Age: 21
Height: 6’0 Weight: 195 lbs.
Throws: Right Bats: Switch
Acquired: Drafted by the Blue Jays, 39th round in 2016 MLB Amateur Draft
In a recent article for FanGraphs, Young told David Laurila that his family didn’t have money growing up to be sending him to the top showcases put on by the likes of Under Armour and Perfect Game.