Sam Petersen

Hitting scouting report · 80Grade

Scouting summary

Petersen has a credible path to a fourth-outfielder role because the package includes above-average speed, playable outfield defense, some pull-side power, and enough strike-zone awareness to reach base. The ceiling is a second-division or short-side regular if the improved exit velocity turns into consistent game power and he cuts the chase-driven strikeouts against breaking balls and premium velocity. The more conservative outcome is a bench or up-down outfielder whose value comes from covering all three outfield spots, pinch-running, and providing competent at-bats. His lack of a clearly plus arm and only average center-field projection place pressure on the bat to remain more than merely adequate.

Projected MLB role: bench LF

• Position: OF
• Bats: R
• Throws: R
• Height: 72 in
• Weight: 200 lb
• Born: 2003-01-20
• 80Grade overall rank: #371
• 80Grade team rank: #24

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