Scouting Report: J.J. Wetherholt
St Louis Cardinals | SS
Overall
Summary
JJ Wetherholt, 23-year-old Cardinals rookie second baseman, has made an exceptional debut through 41 games. He's slashing .242/.356/.427 with 8 home runs, 22 RBIs, 32 runs scored, 5 stolen bases, and 5 doubles. He's the team's leadoff hitter and has become a legitimate NL Rookie of the Year contender. His recent power surge (4 HRs in last 15 games) and elite defense (99th percentile with 6 outs above average) have impressed scouts and analysts. The Cardinals are considering a contract extension to lock him up long-term. He's shown the ability to perform in clutch situations, including a memorable Little League grand slam against the Padres.
Strengths
- Elite defensive metrics (99th percentile, 6 outs above average)
- Legitimate NL Rookie of the Year contender
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