December 1, 2053
by Banjo Jackson
Nashville, TN
CF Crissy ‘Real Estate’ Tingle
| Contact | Gap | Power | Eye | Avoid K | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start 2053 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| End 2053 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 5 |
| Potential | 7 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
To be honest, a player of Tingle’s quality had no reason hanging around the draft so late when the talent pool has been so shallow. Tingle is an elite defender in CF and Théo Bourges is in the final year of his deal and his performance has been suspect at best in the past couple of seasons. Tingle should be able to fit in as early as this season, if needed, and while he doesn’t have the hitting profile as Bourges, his ability to roam the outfield in of utmost importance. Offensively, you can expect a disciplined approach and the ability to extend at-bats and draw walks. He doesn’t show much power to the gaps or over the wall, nor does he have great speed. However, he is a tough out and has the work ethic to improve his weaknesses since he just celebrated his 18th birthday. After being drafted, Tingle tore through rookie ball with a .408 OBP and 5 HR in 38 games. He was promoted straight to AA to begin 2053 and slashed .278/.394./.358 in 121 games while battling a few minor injuries. Though minor, his injury history for a kid his age is concerning, but his facial hair is Major League ready.
ETA: 2054
