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	Gregori Rivero Born: 05/27/1996 (Age: 19)
	Bats: Switch	Throws: Right
	Height: 6' 0"	Weight: 202
	Primary Position: C

Smaller frame; athletic build with strong frame; mild room for growth.

Evaluator	Tucker Blair
Report Date	07/26/2015
Dates Seen	7/24/15 - 7/26/15
Affiliate	Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season, Phillies)

MLB ETA	Risk Factor	OFP	Video
2019	High	40	No

Tool	Future Grade	Report
Hit	30	Average bat speed; swing shows more fluidity as LHH; mild barrel control; hands can drift; drops back shoulder often from both sides of the plate; mild toe tap and load; swing is unbalanced; mild recognition of spin; poor approach.
Power	30	Fringe raw power; swing has slight leverage; will play down a grade in-game due to hit tool.
Baserunning/Speed	30	4.45 home to first; lacks a second gear; more agility than speed.
Glove	50	Inconsistent currently; athletic movements behind the plate; blocking is currently below-average; footwork needs refinement; strong wrists allow for efficient framing.
Arm	55	Plus arm strength; 1.94 and 1.96 pop times; footwork inconsistent; accuracy inconsistent.

Signed as an international free agent in 2012 out of Venezuela for $110,000. I see value as a backup catcher, as the defense has a chance to play average if he refines a few mechanical aspects with the footwork and decision making. The risk remains high due to the lack of a hit tool and limited time against stronger competition.