- Full name Coen Niclai
- Born 12/07/2005 in
- Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 213 / Bats: R / Throws: R
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Drafted in the 15th round (454th overall) by the Miami Marlins in 2024.
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School: Service HS, Anchorage, Ala.
Commit/Drafted: Oregon
Age at Draft: 18.6
It’s rare to have prominent prospects from Alaska but Niclai is an intriguing catcher from the state with a powerful 6-foot-2, 210-pound frame and some tools to go with it. His raw power and arm strength are the calling cards of the profile and both tools are either above-average now or are easy projections to be in the near future. He’ll need to work to stick behind the plate because of his size and the fact that his actions are a bit light for the position currently. If he doesn’t catch he’ll move off to first base or a corner outfield spot as a well below-average runner which changes the complexion of his profile significantly. Niclai performed on the circuit and also played in Arizona during the 2024 spring so he’s been seen by decision makers more than you might expect for an Alaskan player. He’s committed to Oregon.
