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The guy from the game I never heard of that was impressive was Ben Williamson. 23 year old 3B. #16 Prospect. Last years 2nd Round Pick.
Scouting grades: Hit: 50 | Power: 40 | Run: 50 | Arm: 55 | Field: 60 | Overall: 45
In 2023, the Mariners were able to snag Williamson for well-under slot value ($600,000) despite being such a high pick (second round), a byproduct of their aggressive strategy to swing for the fences with their top three picks that year, all high school bats (Colt Emerson, Jonny Farmelo, Tai Peete). They did so on the heels of Williamson’s sold senior season at William & Mary, where he had a 1.175 OPS and 12 homers in 55 games, leading to him being named the Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year.
Because he went to a smaller school and he doesn’t necessarily possess big-time power at a run-producing position, the third baseman has flown a bit under the radar. He’s hit-over-power, with good contact ability to all fields. He does so with a more flat, right-handed swing, which could be why he’s not gotten the ball in the air as consistently yet, but exit velocity readings have suggested that he could grow into power in the 12-15 homer range.
It’s his glove that could carry him, though. He’s a plus defender at the hot corner who will prevent runs for whatever pitching staff he plays behind, and he can even move to shortstop when needed. His success is rooted in his body being in sync, having the instincts to read tough hops to go along with above-average arm strength.
Scouting grades: Hit: 50 | Power: 40 | Run: 50 | Arm: 55 | Field: 60 | Overall: 45
In 2023, the Mariners were able to snag Williamson for well-under slot value ($600,000) despite being such a high pick (second round), a byproduct of their aggressive strategy to swing for the fences with their top three picks that year, all high school bats (Colt Emerson, Jonny Farmelo, Tai Peete). They did so on the heels of Williamson’s sold senior season at William & Mary, where he had a 1.175 OPS and 12 homers in 55 games, leading to him being named the Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year.
Because he went to a smaller school and he doesn’t necessarily possess big-time power at a run-producing position, the third baseman has flown a bit under the radar. He’s hit-over-power, with good contact ability to all fields. He does so with a more flat, right-handed swing, which could be why he’s not gotten the ball in the air as consistently yet, but exit velocity readings have suggested that he could grow into power in the 12-15 homer range.
It’s his glove that could carry him, though. He’s a plus defender at the hot corner who will prevent runs for whatever pitching staff he plays behind, and he can even move to shortstop when needed. His success is rooted in his body being in sync, having the instincts to read tough hops to go along with above-average arm strength.
