| Player: Jimmy Crooks | |||||||||||
| Org: St. Louis Cardinals | Highest Level: MLB | Position(s): C | |||||||||
| Height: 6′ | Weight: 230 lbs. | Bats: Left | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Compact and strong behind the plate, Crooks blends improving defensive reliability with usable left-handed power. His swing is wide-based with a short, level move through the zone, geared to attack high fastballs and produce hard line drives rather than pure loft. The raw power grades closer to average, but his consistent backspin and ability to ambush velocity allow it to play in games. He clears his hands well and handles pitches on the inner half, though spin down in the zone can still disrupt his rhythm. Defensively, Crooks has developed into a steady receiver and framer, working comfortably from a one-knee setup with soft hands and strong presentation. His exchange is quick and efficient, giving him a chance to control the running game despite only average raw arm strength. Blocking remains serviceable but can tighten further with repetition. Crooks profiles as a glove-first catcher with enough offensive value to hold down a backup role, or a fringe everyday backstop if the gains against spin continue to hold. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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