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	Alexander Canario Born: 05/07/2000 (Age: 21)
	Bats: Right	Throws: Right
	Height: 6' 1"	Weight: 165
	Primary Position: RF
	Secondary Position: CF

Large frame with an athletic build, mild strength projection remaining, heavier than listed 165 pounds.

Evaluator	Nathan Graham
Report Date	10/05/2021
Dates Seen	Multiple 2021
Affiliate	South Bend Cubs (High A, Cubs)

MLB ETA	Risk Factor	OFP	Video
2023	High	50	No

Tool	Future Grade	Report
Hit	40	Slightly open, upright stance, hands start high with a slight load and stride; swing is geared for power and it shows in the approach, swings hard and makes loud contact but gets overly aggressive and will expand the zone, can get thrown off balance by spin.
Power	60	Double plus raw to all fields generated by a leveraged swing, plus bat speed and athletic strength; plays down due to hit tool deficiencies.
Baserunning/Speed	50	4.30 average on multiple home to first clocks, aggressive base runner, will steal the occasional bag, athleticism will allow him to maintain average speed throughout his career.
Glove	50	Currently lacks instincts, will take inefficient routes and make poor throwing decisions at times; has the athleticism to eventually become an average defender with more experience and coaching.
Arm	50	Average arm strength for right field, will play above at left or center, shows good carry.

Acquired in the deadline deal for Kris Bryant, Canario is a boom or bust type prospect. If everything clicks, the athleticism and pop are strong enough to carry him to an occasional all star season at a corner. The more likely scenario is that of a talented outfielder who shows flashes but never makes enough consistent contact to be an impact player.