Prospect: Brandon Marsh Rank: 5
2015/16: UR Position(s): Outfield
Level: Rookie Ball Age: Entering Age 19 season in 2017.
Height: 6’2” Weight: 190 lb.
Present – Future
Hitting Ability 40 50
Power 50 65
Base Running 60 60
Patience TBD
Fielding 50 60
Range 50 60
Arm 60 65
Overall 45 55
Floor: Toolsy minor league outfielder
Ceiling: All-star caliber outfielder
Likely Outcome: Too early for any sort of prediction.
(NOTE: I have not had a chance to watch Marsh yet, other than short video snips of him taking BP, playing the OF, etc. The scouting grades are a consensus taken from other sites. I should have a more accurate reading on Marsh and can update his profile after Spring Training, or once short season starts in June.
Summary: Marsh is a very strong, ultra-toolsy outfielder the Angels were able to grab in the second round of the draft. The most notable thing we can say so far about Marsh’s career is that there was quite a lot of drama surrounding him signing with the Angels. Marsh had a commitment to Kennesaw State (not exactly a powerhouse), and most expected him to sign. He even said upon being drafted, “I will sign with the Angels.” When they met with Marsh a couple weeks later to go over his physical and sign the contract, the Angels discovered a pre-existing back injury. The blog “Halos Heaven” which has come under turmoil multiple times for hateful rants and false rumors quoted Marsh as saying “I won’t sign”. Marsh quickly quoted with a more reputable source that he was working things out with the Angels. While Marsh was obviously looking to sign for above slot, he ended up singing for right at slot value with the Angels, but did not play in Rookie Ball, in an effort to fully heal the back injury. He worked out in the instructional league and reports indicate that Marsh is very strong, much more so than previous reports indicated and extremely fast. He’s eager and has a strong work ethic and has impressed coaches so far. He also reported to Spring Training visibly stronger than he looked back in high school where his form was more built for speed, like the all sate wide receiver he is.
What to expect next season: Marsh is likely ticketed for Rookie Ball Orem next season, though a trip to the AZL wouldn’t be a huge surprise either. It’s important to remember that despite the immense tools, Marsh is as raw as they come. If he makes tremendous strides, a trip to Burlington could be in the cards, though I’d call that a long shot, just from where I’m standing right now. A trip to Arizona would slot the Angels second round pick a year behind the developmental curve, which is certainly not what you’d expect to see from a high draft pick.
Estimated Time of Arrival: 2022, as a 24 year old.
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