The Astros’ most recent draft class had a chance to get their first taste of professional action this year. Here’s a breakdown of the top performers from the class. Just keep in mind, most of the pitchers and none of the high school selectees played following the draft.
Frey was selected out of Louisiana State University and put together a really strong showing in professional ball this year. He played in 26 games for Fayetteville and hit .330 with a .904 OPS. This included 17 runs batted in, 9 stolen bases and an impressive 20 walks to 25 strikeouts. Good for a 165 wRC+, the best debut of any Astros draftees this year.
Daudet was signed for only $7,500 but he performed well after the draft. In 30 games for the Woodpeckers, he hit .304 with 19 runs batted in, 10 stolen bases and a very impressive 25 walks to 20 strikeouts. He finished with a 139 wRC+ and hopefully next year he will start to show some power.
Call was selected as a 5th year senior and had some solid numbers following the draft. In 30 games for the Woodpeckers, he hit .235 with 22 walks to 27 strikeouts while also adding 8 doubles and 12 stolen bases. All of this was good for a 123 wRC+ with a .752 OPS.
Hopefully next year we will see some strong debuts from the high schoolers drafted like Xavier Neyens and Jase Mitchell.