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Nationals prospects: Kevin Bazzell is a sleeper to watch in the Nats system

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Kevin Bazzell, the Nationals third round pick in the 2024 draft is one of the most fun sleepers in the system. He has a unique profile and skillset, which I believe will eventually help him carve out a big league role. For me, that role will be a backup catcher that can also play a number of other different positions, such as third base and corner outfield.

You don’t often see that profile, mostly because the average catcher isn’t as athletic as Bazzell. He is an average runner, with solid quickness as well. Bazzell also played a lot of outfield and third base in college, spending a lot of time at the hot corner in particular.