Scouting Report: Carson Williams
Tampa Bay Rays | SS
Overall
Summary
Carson Williams was recalled by the Tampa Bay Rays from Triple-A Durham to fill an outfield opening after Jake Fraley was placed on the 10-day injured list with a hernia requiring surgery (6-8 weeks out). Williams is a shortstop by trade who brings defensive versatility to the Rays' infield. He has three consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal minor league seasons but showed concerning offensive metrics in Triple-A (.213/.318/.447 with 34%+ strikeout rate). In his previous MLB stint, Williams went 3-for-23 (.130) in seven games with nine strikeouts. He was a first-round pick in 2021 and is considered the Rays' most promising infield prospect.
Strengths
- Three consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal minor league seasons
- Top-tier defensive skills at shortstop
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