Scouting Report: Mike Ford
Chicago Cubs | 1B
Overall
Summary
Harry Ford, a catcher acquired by the Washington Nationals from Seattle this offseason, had a rough start to the 2026 season in Triple-A Rochester, posting a .182 batting average in April with poor contact rates (31.6% whiff rate, 78.5% zone contact). However, Ford has shown significant improvement in May, raising his average to .241 with improved bat-to-ball skills (23% whiff rate, 88.6% zone contact), better plate discipline (73rd to 90th percentile in chase rate), and 1 home run. The hit tool remains the driving force of his offensive profile, and he appears to be regaining his form after the mental effects of the trade wore off.
Strengths
- Strong improvement trajectory from April to May
- Significant reduction in whiff rate (31.6% to 23%)
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