2023 MLB Draft Profile: Tommy Troy
If there is one thing this draft is loaded with, it’s shortstops, which can make it hard for a guy like Tommy Troy to stand out. That said, Troy has some tools I like and could be a solid piece for whoever ends up drafting him. Let’s take a deeper look at this kid and see what he’s working with in his 2023 MLB Draft Profile!
Scouting grades: Hit: 50 | Power: 50 | Run: 55 | Arm: 50 | Field: 50 | Overall: 55
The thing with Tommy Troy is he’s another who simply doesn’t do anything bad or elite–you can see it yourself. He grades as 50 on everything besides his speed, which is at 55.
Truth be told, I don’t usually love these kinds of prospects. I like a guy who has a tool or two that’s practically MLB-ready right away. Even if other tools are lacking, you still know that you have something to work with and build around.
But with Tommy Troy, there just isn’t that elite trait that jumps out at you when watching him. I know it sounds like I’m just bashing him, but that’s not what I want to do.
Just because the hitting isn’t graded as elite, doesn’t mean it’s anything to scoff at. Tommy Troy more than holds his own at the dish being someone who focuses on making hard contact as often as possible. He also rarely chases and uses his contact skills to limit strikeouts.
His approach is something he can work on as he still struggles to work walks despite not chasing often–something he has improved upon in 2023 but still leaves room for improvement.
He has solid power, but I don’t see him being anything better than average in regard to his power at the MLB level. Though he could be a player who racks up doubles and triples, which is certainly never a bad thing.
He has plus speed but doesn’t seem to use it to try and swipe bags, which could make him a much more desirable prospect, should he tap more into his speed.
He’s played a lot of shortstop at Stanford, but can also play third and second, should a team decide to move him there. With second base being the most likely landing spot for him at the MLB level.
Overall, there is a lot to like about Tommy Troy–nothing to love. That doesn’t mean he won’t pan out but right now, I just can’t say I love his chances. He has a solid bat and glove with some potential, but I just don’t know if that will be enough.
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