Wladimir Galindo
| AB | 1271 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .25 |
| OBP | .32 |
| SLG | .393 |
| HR | 28 |
- Full name Wladimir Jose Galindo
- Born 11/06/1996 in Maracay, Venezuela
- Profile Ht.: 6'3" / Wt.: 210 / Bats: R / Throws: R
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Signed for $50,000 at the end of 2013, Galindo was in the midst of a breakout in 2015 in the Rookie-level Arizona League when a fractured left hand ended his season after just 19 games. At first glance, his short-season Eugene effort in 2016 offers a mixed bag, particularly his strikeout rate of 28.7 percent. Eugene's PK Park depresses offense, and Galindo hit just .172 at home, but on the road he hit .305/.389/.611. His plus raw power and present strength are evident. He is not just a pull-oriented hitter, either, having shown the ability to leave the yard to all fields. Galindo's raw offensive approach can be exploited with soft stuff away, and he has yet to make consistent adjustments. He'll likely never hit for a high average, and scouts also are mixed on his defensive future. His plus arm suits him for third base, where his inconsistent footwork and developing instincts lead to mechanical problems and errant throws. He runs well enough for now for left field to be an option, while some scouts see him as a future first baseman. Galindo's power will earn him development time. He is slated for low Class A South Bend in 2017.
Minor League Top Prospects
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Galindo has been a slow-burn prospect who has shown profile third-base tools with his power and arm strength. His nine home runs tied for second in the NWL, and he led the league with 32 extra-base hits despite playing his home games in PK Park, one of the minors' least hitter-friendly venues. Galindo hit .305/.389/.611 with six homers and 31 RBIs in road games. He has well above-average arm strength but will need to watch his body to make sure he doesn't have to move to a corner-outfield spot.
