Scouting Snapshot: Matt Miraldi, OF, Cal State L.A.
By John Klima
February 8, 2010
Outfielder Matt Miraldi has a pro body, and easy swing and a strong frame. If he’s going to play in the big leagues, power will have to be his ticket because he won’t posses another standout tool. Watching a guy hit with metal against soft pitching isn’t the best way to get a clean evaluation of a hitter, but what you can tell is that he wants to lift the ball, and continuing to develop that ability to lift and drive on a more consistent basis, coupled with his frame, will give him the best chance to succeed as a pro.
What he’ll have to work on in the minor leagues is speed, throwing, contact and defense. A right-handed hitting and throwing senior, he’s slow out of the box and has a slow first step on the bases, but is a little better underway. He could improve to have average speed at best, but it would be enough to play a corner. Better speed and flexibility will also help make him a better outfielder. Miraldi (6-3, 200) has the look of a guy who has worked hard to make himself a prospect. He has strong, mature features and limited body fat. Previously drafted by the Tampa Rays in the 39th round in 2007 from Consumnes River Junior College, Miraldi has a durable frame and looks stronger than many college players. (Games Seen: 1, Innings: 7)
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