Juneiker Caceres, a talented outfielder for the Cleveland Guardians, excels in hitting with a special contact tool, though power potential may limit his offensive impact.
Category: Cleveland Guardians
Cleveland Guardians: Jaison Chourio, OF
Jaison Chourio, a 6' outfield prospect for the Cleveland Guardians, struggles from last season's injury but shows potential for improvement with strong on-base skills and physical development.
MLB Draft Review: AL Central
Three Quarter Slot reviews every AL Central draft class, highlighting a favorite pick, a least favorite selection, and a sleeper to watch. From the White Sox landing consensus top prospect Roch Cholowsky to the Twins capitalizing on Vahn Lackey's slide, here's what stood out across another fascinating division of draft classes.
Cleveland Indians: Ralphy Velazquez, 1B/OF
Ralphy Velazquez, a 1B/OF prospect for the Cleveland Indians, exhibits exceptional offensive skills and seamless defensive transition, projecting as a middle-order hitter with significant home run potential.
Day One Reactions: A Team-by-Team Look at Day One
The first day of the 2026 draft featured dramatic picks, including expected selections, surprising slides, and teams focusing on college talent, showcasing a mix of strategy and value.
Cleveland Guardians: Angel Genao, SS
Angel Genao, a talented switch-hitting shortstop for the Cleveland Guardians, possesses strong offensive and defensive skills, yet injuries have hindered his development and performance consistency.
Cleveland Guardians: Khal Stephen, RHP
Khal Stephen, a 6'4" RHP for the Cleveland Guardians, showcases a powerful fastball and diverse secondary pitches, suggesting potential as a mid-rotation starter.
Cleveland Guardians: Will Hynes, RHP
Will Hynes, a right-handed pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, showcases impressive velocity, command, and a three-pitch arsenal, with potential for significant development as he matures physically.
Cleveland Guardians: Jacob Cozart, C
Jacob Cozart, a 6'2" catcher for the Cleveland Guardians, excels defensively with strong receiving skills and game management, offering moderate offensive potential as a backup player.
Cleveland Guardians: Braylon Doughty, RHP
Braylon Doughty, a polished right-handed pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, showcases strong command, advanced breaking balls, and potential as a mid-rotation starter.