Tyler Cropley Stats & Scouting Report

Full name Tyler Cropley
Born 12/10/1995 in Sioux City, IA
Profile Ht.: 5'8" / Wt.: 185 / Bats: R / Throws: R
School Iowa
Drafted in the 8th round (251st overall) by the Washington Nationals in 2018 (signed for $10,000).

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A standout at Iowa Western JC, Cropley has been equally productive in two years as Iowa's catcher. Cropley will be one of the better senior signs in this draft class as a catcher who can receive and has a track record of hitting as well. Cropley hit .342/.449/.578 for Iowa this season with more walks (30) than strikeouts (28). Scouts are equally enamored with his ability to receive and run a team from behind the plate. He has an above-average arm. Cropley is deserving of being drafted on talent, but the fact that he will be a money saver as well makes him an enticing day two pick.

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A standout at Iowa Western JC, Cropley has been equally productive in two years as Iowa's catcher. Cropley will be one of the better senior signs in this draft class as a catcher who can receive and has a track record of hitting as well. Cropley hit .342/.449/.578 for Iowa this season with more walks (30) than strikeouts (28). Scouts are equally enamored with his ability to receive and run a team from behind the plate. He has an above-average arm. Cropley is deserving of being drafted on talent, but the fact that he will be a money saver as well makes him an enticing day two pick.

Northwest Arkansas Naturals activated C Tyler Cropley.
Northwest Arkansas Naturals transferred C Tyler Cropley to the Development List.
Kansas City Royals invited non-roster C Tyler Cropley and to spring training.