Three foreign candidates and Toronto reach an agreement.
Toronto was left with a pool of $5.152 million after the Blue Jays sacrificed $500,000 in order to sign Chris Bassitt, who turned down a qualifying offer from the Mets.
The athletic Rojas, who is rated by MLB.com as the No. 27 foreign prospect in this year’s class, might carry on Venezuela’s recent success as a catchers powerhouse. He moves really well, is quick and nimble, and gives the impression of being an average runner.
He demonstrates strong game-calling, blocking, and footwork skills behind the dish as a defender. He continues to get better, and his transfer and pop timings impress scouts.
Rojas tries to cause havoc at the bat with an aggressive swing as a hitter. He exhibits plus power potential, strong bat speed, and routinely makes firm contact. In international competition, he captained the Venezuelan squad.
Guzman (number 32) has demonstrated promise on the ball’s two flanks. His strength has increased dramatically, and he now has better power to the gaps. Scouts think Guzman has the potential to be a lineup-supporting sneaky force as he ages and fills out. He can make an impact at the top of the order because to his hit tool and complete offensive package.
The physically gifted Guzman is an excellent shortstop on defense. He plays swiftly on the field and possesses soft hands and superb body control. He may stay at this position while he progresses through the Minor Leagues because to his strong arms. Geraldo Perdomo of the D-backs and Guzman have been compared.
Ranking No. 34, Arias is among the largest and most developed prospects available, and with the Blue Jays, he has a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.
With a massive, muscular physique, the powerful and physically intimidating teenager has great power potential. Using a down-plane, compact swing at the plate, he makes firm contact with all fields. Arias’ stature and strength may confine him to a corner outfield position in the future, but he possesses the offensive potential to succeed there.
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