Hunter Goodman
C Memphis
12-10-20 - PG -
Hunter Goodman, C, Memphis
Goodman had a monster 2020 campaign that saw him launch eight home runs in only 70 at-bats, giving a glimpse into the massive raw power he possesses. Albeit in a short sample, Goodman also doubled his walk rate from his freshman campaign last spring, though he’ll have to show evaluators he’s improved his defensive ability to really rise on boards.
12-3-20 - Perfect Game combined their picks for the first two rounds in this mock draft -
26. Minnesota Twins | Levi Usher, OF, University of Louisville | (2/55) Hunter Goodman, C, University of Memphis
Minnesota takes Levi Usher with their first pick, hoping to see his college success transfer to the pros. Usher projects as a solid corner outfielder with a big arm and loud hit and power tools. The Twins were excited to see Hunter Goodman still on the board when it came time for their second-round pick. Goodman has really impressed scouts during his time at Memphis and in the Cape Cod League. He has spent time at LF, RF, C, and 1B over the past two years, and shows a physical frame with obvious strength and plenty of juice in the bat. -Cade Schares
Cervino’s Take: Levi Usher offers a unique profile for a college bat given his lack of track record and enormity of the tools but his upside is immense. Hunter Goodman is more of a traditional Twins pick given the bat-first profile and massive power as he’s one of the best small school prospects on the board this year. Both hitters have potential for very big springs and could boost their stock as the spring plays out.
11-16-21 - PBJ -
Hunter Goodman was an under-the-radar prospect as a senior at Arlington High School in Tennessee in 2018.
He was lightly recruited and met with “two or three MLB teams” in preparation for the 2018 MLB draft. Goodman knew his best option after high school was to attend the University of Memphis due to its proximity to his hometown and the opportunity to contribute immediately as a freshman.
Goodman has excelled in his first two years at Memphis, developing into one of college baseball’s top players. He earned freshman All-American honors after posting eye-popping numbers in 2019. He was off to a scorching start as a sophomore last spring until the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown the college baseball season prematurely.
His impressive offensive numbers have caused professional scouts to take notice. Pro scouts project the Memphis catcher as a potential first-round pick in July’s draft. Shortstop Dave Anderson, who the Los Angeles Dodgers drafted in 1981, is the only Memphis first-round pick in program history.
Hunter Goodman sounds like Pete Alonso with Shin guards.
ReplyDeleteGoodman would be a nice 2nd day pick.
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