A couple years of great prospects falling into their lap in the first round like Walker Jenkins and Brooks Lee always helps, but don’t get it twisted, the Twins have identified and developed later-round arms with the best of them over the last few years. Of the five pitchers in the Twins top 10, four were drafted outside of the first round with three having been selected in the 8th round our later. You’ll notice a fair amount of higher floor prospects whether it be the arms or bats in the system as the Twins seem to favor hit tool and positional versatility as well as strike throwers who they feel could have more in the tank.
Height/Weight: 6’3′′, 215 | Bat/Throw: R/R | 1st Round (5), 2023 (MIN) | ETA: 2026 Rare bat-to-ball skills for a 6-foot-3 teenager and good athleticism give Jenkins the goods to be a true five tool player. A relaxed setup with simple pre-swing moves, Jenkins is consistently on time with his sweet left-handed swing and requires little effort to tap into impressive impact. His athleticism in the box is evident through his ability to control his body and repeat his moves consistently.
Jenkins is still filling out, but flashes plus power to his pull side already impressively balancing his knack for driving the ball in the air with authority with his advanced feel to hit. He already leverages his advantage counts well to look to do damage while showcasing the barely maneuverability to drive a pitcher’s pitch when he’s behind. Possessing a good f.
