Texas A&M outfielder Jace Laviolette entered the season with a big chance of going number one overall to the Washington Nationals. He was number 2 on MLB Pipeline’s rankings and number 1 on Baseball America. However, a slow start to his draft season has given scouts some cause for concern.
The biggest flaw in Jace Laviolette’s game has always been the hit tool. MLB Pipeline gave it a below average 45 grade heading into the season. However, he did so many other things at a high level. He has truly elite power and is a good athlete for his hulking 6’6 230 pound frame.