Brooks Baldwin Stats & Scouting Report

AB	414
AVG	.232
OBP	.279
SLG	.382
HR	13

Full name Riley Brooks Baldwin
Born 08/15/2000 in Whiteville, NC
Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 175 / Bats: S / Throws: R
School UNC Wilmington
Drafted in the 12th round (371st overall) by the Chicago White Sox in 2022 (signed for $125,000).

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The Colonial Athletic Association player of the year hit .347/.406/.621 this year, marking the second straight year that he’s posted a .900-plus OPS. The switch-hitter should be able to remain a plus hitter in pro ball, with plenty of bat speed and line-drive oriented swings that produce extra-base hits in the gaps more than home runs. An above-average runner, Baldwin has played second base, shortstop, third base and all three outfield spots. He is best in the outfield, where he has an above-average arm and average range, but he may profile best at second base. Baldwin turned down the Giants in the 15th round last year. He was even better this year, and a strong performance in the Cape Cod League should further help his draft stock.

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BA Grade/Risk: 40/Medium.

Track Record: The White Sox drafted Baldwin in the 12th round out of UNC Wilmington in 2022. His first full pro season in 2023 yielded modest production between both Class A levels, but he was impactful in a small sample at High-A Winston Salem. That proved to be a harbinger for an outstanding 2024 season, which began in Double-A and ended with 33 games in the big leagues. Most of his damage came with Double-A Birmingham where he hit .322/.386/.441 over 74 games.

Scouting Report: The switch-hitting Baldwin deploys a simple, level swing from the left side and a longer, deeper load from the right side. He uses the whole field and shows occasional penchant for finding the barrel. Baldwin produces roughly average exit velocities although he chased 30% of the time in 2024. Defensively, Baldwin can play just about anywhere. He has seen action everywhere but catcher and pitcher since turning pro. Baldwin played mostly at shortstop in 2024, where he’s an above-average defender with an average arm. He’s not a fast runner but has instincts on the bases and stole 21 bases between the three levels. The son and nephew of baseball coaches, Baldwin is regularly lauded for his grinder mentality and makeup.

The Future: Baldwin will need to hit better than his .566 OPS in his major league debut, but he’s expected to produce enough to eventually take on a utility role in the big leagues.

Scouting Grades: Hit: 50 | Power: 45 | Run: 40 | Field: 55 | Arm: 50.

Draft Prospects

School: UNC-Wilmington Committed/Drafted: Giants ’21 (15)
Age At Draft: 21.9
The Colonial Athletic Association player of the year hit .347/.406/.621 this year, marking the second straight year that he’s posted a .900-plus OPS. The switch-hitter should be able to remain a plus hitter in pro ball, with plenty of bat speed and line-drive oriented swings that produce extra-base hits in the gaps more than home runs. An above-average runner, Baldwin has played second base, shortstop, third base and all three outfield spots. He is best in the outfield, where he has an above-average arm and average range, but he may profile best at second base. Baldwin turned down the Giants in the 15th round last year. He was even better this year, and a strong performance in the Cape Cod League should further help his draft stock.

Career Transactions

Chicago White Sox transferred LF Brooks Baldwin from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list. Right elbow sprain.
Chicago White Sox activated LF Brooks Baldwin from the 10-day injured list.
Chicago White Sox sent LF Brooks Baldwin on a rehab assignment to Charlotte Knights.
Chicago White Sox placed LF Brooks Baldwin on the 10-day injured list.
Chicago White Sox placed LF Brooks Baldwin on the 10-day injured list retroactive to July 8, 2025. Lower back strain.
Chicago White Sox activated LF Brooks Baldwin.
Chicago White Sox recalled LF Brooks Baldwin from Charlotte Knights.
Chicago White Sox optioned LF Brooks Baldwin to Charlotte Knights.
Chicago White Sox optioned LF Brooks Baldwin to Charlotte Knights.
Chicago White Sox recalled LF Brooks Baldwin from Charlotte Knights.
Chicago White Sox optioned LF Brooks Baldwin to Charlotte Knights.
2B Brooks Baldwin changed number to 27.
2B Brooks Baldwin changed number to 42.
Chicago White Sox activated 2B Brooks Baldwin from the 10-day injured list.
Chicago White Sox placed 2B Brooks Baldwin on the 10-day injured list. Right wrist sprain.
Chicago White Sox selected the contract of 3B Brooks Baldwin from Charlotte Knights.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Charlotte Knights from Birmingham Barons.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Birmingham Barons from Winston-Salem Dash.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Chicago White Sox.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Winston-Salem Dash from Kannapolis Cannon Ballers.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Winston-Salem Dash from Kannapolis Cannon Ballers.
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers activated 3B Brooks Baldwin from the 7-day injured list.
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers placed 3B Brooks Baldwin on the 7-day injured list.
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers activated 3B Brooks Baldwin from the 7-day injured list.
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers placed 3B Brooks Baldwin on the 7-day injured list.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to Kannapolis Cannon Ballers from ACL White Sox.
ACL White Sox placed 3B Brooks Baldwin on the temporarily inactive list.
3B Brooks Baldwin assigned to ACL White Sox.
Chicago White Sox signed 3B Brooks Baldwin.

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