Position: C
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 170 lbs
Bats/Throws: R/R
Born: 10/06/2005
High School: Puerto Rico Baseball Academy
How Acquired: Drafted 15th round, 437th Overall, 2023
Bonus: $125,000
40-man Roster: No
Rule 5 Eligible: 2027
Minor League Free Agency: 2029
Options Left: 3
Overview
Lopez probably profiles as a defense-first catcher. He has a good arm and has recorded good pop times. He has a line-drive approach at the plate, with some chance of developing modest power. He had a commitment to Bethune-Cookman University, but signed at below the slot value.
2023-24
Lopez got into three games in the FCL after signing. In fall instructionals, he got some time at second base. In 2024, Lopez served as a depth catcher from time to time for Bradenton and in the FCL. He didn’t get into any Marauders games and appeared in nine FCL Pirates games, mostly as a DH with no time as a catcher. He played second once and pitched twice, and went 5-for-21 at the plate.
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July 11, 2023: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 15th round, 437th overall pick; signed on July 19.