Maybe the 2nd or 3rd best pure hitter in the draft. He's getting dinged by stat drivin teams because of his age. He could be an absolute steal for a traditional scouting team.
I think that's a ploy to steer clear of some organizations they may not want to be part of but I think the Sox would be a good match for him. They have a good history with pitchers and Al is still an old school pitching guy and they don't come more old school than Don Cooper. It could work if they're willing to meet his price.
Yes I think the hit skills are there they just need to be developed. He may be a two year guy on the complex but when they do send him out he should move at a good pace. Dude's got crazy raw power.
It really depends on how the hitter is swinging and missing. If he's missing pitches in the strike zone that's a big problem because it shows a lack of hand eye coordination or bat speed. If he's swinging at missing at pitches out of the strike zone it could be because of a lack of pitch recognition which can be improved with reps. Adell and Witt's swing and miss was greatly exaggerated. Unfortunately I don't think this is the case with Hinds. He's gonna need lots of reps.
The Cubs drafted Kyle Schwarber and Jacob Hannaman. I'm sure there are others. I'd have to look up the Astros but I'm sure they have some too. News flash. Athletes play multiple sports.
Who drafted Kyler Murray and Jordyn Adams last year?