| Player: Max Clark | |||||||||||
| Org: Detroit Tigers | Highest Level: Double A | Position(s): OF | |||||||||
| Height: 6′ | Weight: 205 lbs. | Bats: Left | Throws: Left | ||||||||
| Summary: Clark brings one of the most complete athletic profiles in the minors, with speed and center-field defense already separating him while the bat continues to mature. The hit tool is advanced for his age, built on bat-to-ball skill, zone awareness, and a direct swing that produces hard line drives to all fields. There’s very little wasted movement, and the contact quality consistently outpaces the surface power numbers. Ground-ball tendencies and occasional trouble catching premium velocity out front have capped the in-game impact so far, but the underlying exit velocities, strength gains, and early adjustments point to power growth coming rather than being absent. He’s a true plus-plus runner whose speed plays everywhere — from first-step reads in center to aggressive baserunning — and the arm strength gives him legitimate Gold Glove upside in the middle of the outfield. Offensively, the foundation is already strong: low chase rates, limited swing-and-miss, and the ability to battle and adjust within at-bats. The approach leans hit-over-power right now, but the swing has enough looseness and leverage for doubles power to translate into more over-the-fence damage as he continues to learn which pitches to turn on and adds loft selectively. Defensively, there’s no projection needed — he’s a center-field lock with instincts, range, and body control that allow the athleticism to fully play. The overall profile points to a future five-category contributor whose long-term impact hinges on how much power ultimately shows up, but the floor is elevated by elite speed, defense, and a real hit tool. | |||||||||||
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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