Jaims Martinez

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Chicago Cubs #24 prospect in 2026
  BA Grade/Risk: 50/Extreme
  
  Adjusted Grade: 30
  
  Track Record: The Cubs signed Martinez for $900,000 out of Cuba. He’s been out of Cuba for a while, but only recently did Major League Baseball clear him to sign.
  
  Scouting Report: Martinez is 5-foot-10, 150 pounds, a lighter, quick-twitch athlete with at least plus speed and bouncy actions at shortstop, where he has a good chance to stick. He’s a high baseball IQ player and a switch-hitter with a quick bat who hits the ball with surprising jump off his bat for his size. He has performed well against live pitching in the Dominican Republic, including in a league in the northern part of the country where a lot of former minor leaguers play.
  
  The Future: After a long layoff since leaving Cuba, Martinez will make his affiliated debut in the Dominican Summer League later in 2026.
  
  Scouting Grades Hit: 55 | Power: 40 | Run: 60 | Field: 55 | Arm: 50