LINEUP OUTLOOKS: Julio Rodríguez moving on up, Bohm and Yepez
May 13 2022
Heading into the middle of May, debuts will continue across the majors. There will be adjustment periods and growing pains, but prospects can overcome struggles. After a slow start, uber-talented Julio Rodríguez may be settling into the heart of the Mariners lineup, and leads all MLB players in steals. A post-hype prospect in Philadelphia may be taking over the second spot in the lineup and a contact capable hitter in St. Louis may fare well hitting fifth.
Julio Rodríguez (OF, SEA)
During his first 12 games in the majors Rodríguez struggled, slashing .136/.208/.159 scoring four runs with two RBI and four steals in 48 plate appearances. Then, he started swinging less, making better contact and flashed the ability scouts raved about....
Almost!
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