ProfileHt.: 5'11" / Wt.: 185 / Bats: R / Throws: R
School
Tampa
Drafted in the 28th round (837th overall) by the Chicago White Sox in 2017 (signed for $1,000).
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Track Record: Rivera’s college career saw him bounce from Miami as a freshman to Chipola (Fla.) JC as a sophomore and then to Tampa for his next two seasons before the White Sox popped him in 2017. He hit well wherever he went, posting a .988 OPS among his three schools before turning professional.
Scouting Report: Rivera is part of the new breed of infield prospect who hits first and asks questions later, a la Brandon Lowe and Nick Solak with the Rays. He brings above-average bat speed and a short path to the ball, which he used to post excellent numbers at both Class A levels. He’s an aggressive hitter who crushes fastballs but needs to work on not chasing offspeed pitches. He played almost exclusively at shortstop, though his 40-grade arm profiles better at second base. He has the hands and actions to stay up the middle, but his arm and fringe-average speed will probably push him to the right side of the diamond.
The Future: After a stint in the Arizona Fall League, Rivera is likely headed to Double-A Birmingham.
Career Transactions
Charlotte Knights transferred 2B Laz Rivera to the Development List.
Charlotte Knights activated 2B Laz Rivera.
Charlotte Knights transferred 2B Laz Rivera to the Development List.
2B Laz Rivera and assigned to Chicago White Sox.
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