Rafael Ohashi Stats & Scouting Report

Scouting Reports

TRACK RECORD: Garcia was one of the youngest players in the 2018 international class and signed with the Brewers for $1.1 million on his 16th birthday. His glove immediately caught the attention of scouts during showcases in Colombia and the Dominican Republic. Assigned to the Dominican Summer League for his pro debut, Garcia got off to a hot start at the plate before suffering a season-ending broken ankle in mid-June while sliding into second base.

SCOUTING REPORT: It’s not often that players as young as Garcia show such advanced defensive skills. He’s a true plus defensive shortstop with a plus arm, and those tools could very well get even better as he matures physically and adds strength. At the plate, Garcia shows promise with a good approach and smooth swing that already yields gap power. He has quick hands and uses his lower half, and he might develop more pop over time. He is expected to be at least an average runner on the bases. It’s Garcia’s glove, above all else, that will fuel his rise.

THE FUTURE: Garcia is not expected to have any lingering effects from his ankle injury. He will likely be kept in extended spring training to start 2020.