Yophery Rodriguez

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Milwaukee Brewers #13 prospect in 2024
  BA Grade: 55/Extreme
  
  Track Record: Rodriguez was one of the most advanced hitters in the Dominican Republic for 2023, when the Brewers made him their highest-paid prospect of the class with a $1.5 million bonus. Rodriguez backed up the Brewers’ belief in him as a 17-year-old in the Dominican Summer League, where he showed a promising mix of bat control, plate discipline and power.
  
  Scouting Report: Rodriguez stands out for his maturity at the plate. He’s a selective hitter who recognizes spin and has the hand-eye coordination that leads to a low swing-and-miss rate. He has fast bat speed from the left side and showed flashes of what should be above-average raw power. His flatter bat path means he doesn’t fully tap into that power yet, but he can hit deep home runs and should have more power coming as he gets stronger and learns how to turn on pitches for loft with more frequency. Rodriguez has the athleticism and tick above-average speed to handle center field in the lower levels, though most likely will shift to a corner as he moves up. He has an average arm that could fit in either outfield corner.
  
  The Future: While the Brewers have built a strong group of homegrown Venezuelan prospects, Rodriguez is one of the best Dominican prospects to come through the system in recent years. He’s talented enough that he could follow the path of Milwaukee’s top signings from their last two classes--outfielders Jackson Chourio and Luis Lara--by skipping the Rookie-level Arizona Complex League and instead playing in Low-A Carolina in 2024.
  
  Scouting Grades Hit: 55 | Power: 55 | Run: 55 | Field: 55 | Arm: 50
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  Ranked Milwaukee Brewers #16 prospect in 2023
  BA Grade/Risk: 50/Extreme
  
  Track Record: When the international signing period opened on Jan. 15, 2023, the Brewers' three biggest signings were a pair of shortstops from Venezuela--Kevin Ereu and Filippo Di Turri--and Rodriguez, an outfielder from the Dominican Republic. So far, Rodriguez looks like the most advanced prospect of the group with his well-rounded skill set.
  
  Scouting Report: Rodriguez has an athletic frame and was one of the better in-game hitters in the Dominican Republic for his class. He has a selective approach for his age with the ability to recognize pitches and stay disciplined in the zone, which helps him tap into his considerable raw power. He's showing flashes of plus raw power already and should be able to tack on more once he fills out, giving him a good balance of patience and power. Rodriguez isn't a burner, but he is athletic with slightly above-average speed, giving him a chance to at least start his career in center field.
  
  The Future: Milwaukee's international signings have tilted more toward Venezuelan prospects in recent years, but Rodriguez is one of the most talented players the Brewers have signed out of the Dominican Republic lately. He should make his pro debut this year in the Dominican Summer League.
  
  Scouting Grades: Hit: 55. Power: 55. Run: 55. Field: 50. Arm: 50

• February, 2023 Scouting Report
  BA Grade/Risk: 50/Extreme
  
  Track Record: When the international signing period opened on Jan. 15, 2023, the Brewers' three biggest signings were a pair of shortstops from Venezuela--Kevin Ereu and Filippo Di Turri--and Rodriguez, an outfielder from the Dominican Republic. So far, Rodriguez looks like the most advanced prospect of the group with his well-rounded skill set.
  
  Scouting Report: Rodriguez has an athletic frame and was one of the better in-game hitters in the Dominican Republic for his class. He has a selective approach for his age with the ability to recognize pitches and stay disciplined in the zone, which helps him tap into his considerable raw power. He's showing flashes of plus raw power already and should be able to tack on more once he fills out, giving him a good balance of patience and power. Rodriguez isn't a burner, but he is athletic with slightly above-average speed, giving him a chance to at least start his career in center field.
  
  The Future: Milwaukee's international signings have tilted more toward Venezuelan prospects in recent years, but Rodriguez is one of the most talented players the Brewers have signed out of the Dominican Republic lately. He should make his pro debut this year in the Dominican Summer League.
  
  Scouting Grades: Hit: 55. Power: 55. Run: 55. Field: 50. Arm: 50
• December, 2022 Scouting Report
  BA Grade/Risk: 50/Extreme
  
  Track Record: When the international signing period opened on Jan. 15, 2023, the Brewers' three biggest signings were a pair of shortstops from Venezuela--Kevin Ereu and Filippo Di Turri--and Rodriguez, an outfielder from the Dominican Republic. So far, Rodriguez looks like the most advanced prospect of the group with his well-rounded skill set.
  
  Scouting Report: Rodriguez has an athletic frame and was one of the better in-game hitters in the Dominican Republic for his class. He has a selective approach for his age with the ability to recognize pitches and stay disciplined in the zone, which helps him tap into his considerable raw power. He's showing flashes of plus raw power already and should be able to tack on more once he fills out, giving him a good balance of patience and power. Rodriguez isn't a burner, but he is athletic with slightly above-average speed, giving him a chance to at least start his career in center field.
  
  The Future: Milwaukee's international signings have tilted more toward Venezuelan prospects in recent years, but Rodriguez is one of the most talented players the Brewers have signed out of the Dominican Republic lately. He should make his pro debut this year in the Dominican Summer League.
  
  Scouting Grades: Hit: 55. Power: 55. Run: 55. Field: 50. Arm: 50