The final First Impressions column of 2022 takes a second look at several rookies, including Jeremy Peña, Reid Detmers, Hunter Greene, Jose Miranda, and Michael Harris.
Edward Cabrera has been pitching like a budding ace, but his skills indicate he still has work to do to get there. Plus, early analysis of Vaughn Grissom, Bubba Thompson, Bailey Falter, and David Villar.
An August hot streak has made Rodolfo Castro more intriguing, but the question remains whether he can build on these skills. Plus, early analysis of Joey Meneses, T.J. Friedl, Michael Massey, and Bryan Baker.
Elehuris Montero has hit 4 HR in August, and growth in his power skills suggests he could be solid contributor down the stretch. Plus, early analysis of J.J. Bleday, J.P. Sears, Nick Pratto, and Ryan Feltner.
Roansy Contreras has been struggling this season, but there are some encouraging signs in his sub-indicators. Plus, early analysis of Bryan Abreu, Josh Smith, Nelson Velázquez, and Gilberto Celestino.
Nick Lodolo's skills have been better than his results, but there are also some signs that he hasn't been the same since his back injury. Plus, early analysis of Darick Hall, Oscar Gonzalez, Mitch White, and Penn Murfee.
Vinnie Pasquantino's MLB debut has been unimpressive so far, but his skills suggest that could change at any time. Plus, early analysis of Ezequiel Duran, Scott Effross, Nick Fortes, and Yerry De Los Santos.
Former first round pick Braxton Garrett is suddenly putting together some impressive skills at the major-league level. Plus, early analysis of A.J. Puk, Matt Vierling, Jake McCarthy, and Kutter Crawford.
Oneil Cruz hasn't yet lived up to his lofty expectations, and some concerns in his skills suggest continued patience will be a must. Plus, early analysis of Riley Greene, Domingo Acevedo, Kyle Isbel, and Alfonso Rivas.
C.J. Abrams's MLB debut has provided flashes of his immense potential, but his overall results and skills indicate there's still work to do. Plus, early analysis of Josh Lowe, Brock Burke, Diego Castillo, and Graham Ashcraft.
On the heels of an improved performance in June, Adley Rutschman looks ready to start delivering on some of his immense potential. Plus, early analysis of Isaac Paredes, Michael Harris II, Andre Pallante, and Rony García.
The final First Impressions column of 2022 takes a second look at several rookies, including Jeremy Peña, Reid Detmers, Hunter Greene, Jose Miranda, and Michael Harris.
Edward Cabrera has been pitching like a budding ace, but his skills indicate he still has work to do to get there. Plus, early analysis of Vaughn Grissom, Bubba Thompson, Bailey Falter, and David Villar.
An August hot streak has made Rodolfo Castro more intriguing, but the question remains whether he can build on these skills. Plus, early analysis of Joey Meneses, T.J. Friedl, Michael Massey, and Bryan Baker.
Elehuris Montero has hit 4 HR in August, and growth in his power skills suggests he could be solid contributor down the stretch. Plus, early analysis of J.J. Bleday, J.P. Sears, Nick Pratto, and Ryan Feltner.
Roansy Contreras has been struggling this season, but there are some encouraging signs in his sub-indicators. Plus, early analysis of Bryan Abreu, Josh Smith, Nelson Velázquez, and Gilberto Celestino.
Nick Lodolo's skills have been better than his results, but there are also some signs that he hasn't been the same since his back injury. Plus, early analysis of Darick Hall, Oscar Gonzalez, Mitch White, and Penn Murfee.
Vinnie Pasquantino's MLB debut has been unimpressive so far, but his skills suggest that could change at any time. Plus, early analysis of Ezequiel Duran, Scott Effross, Nick Fortes, and Yerry De Los Santos.
Former first round pick Braxton Garrett is suddenly putting together some impressive skills at the major-league level. Plus, early analysis of A.J. Puk, Matt Vierling, Jake McCarthy, and Kutter Crawford.
Oneil Cruz hasn't yet lived up to his lofty expectations, and some concerns in his skills suggest continued patience will be a must. Plus, early analysis of Riley Greene, Domingo Acevedo, Kyle Isbel, and Alfonso Rivas.
C.J. Abrams's MLB debut has provided flashes of his immense potential, but his overall results and skills indicate there's still work to do. Plus, early analysis of Josh Lowe, Brock Burke, Diego Castillo, and Graham Ashcraft.
On the heels of an improved performance in June, Adley Rutschman looks ready to start delivering on some of his immense potential. Plus, early analysis of Isaac Paredes, Michael Harris II, Andre Pallante, and Rony García.