Miguel Rodriguez

  • Position: OF

  • Height: 5’10”

  • Weight: 152 lbs

  • Bats/Throws: L/L

  • Born: 04/07/2006

  • Country: Venezuela

  • How Acquired: International Free Agent, 2023

  • Bonus: $150,000

  • 40-man Roster: No

  • Rule 5 Eligible: 2027

  • Minor League Free Agency: 2029

  • Options Left: 3

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Overview

Rodriguez is a center fielder who has speed that gets a 70 rating from scouts.  He profiles as a top-of-the-order hitter with good contact skills.

2023-24

Rodriguez had a good first season, although he hit for little power. He batted 261/395/319, drew a lot of walks and seldom struck out. He split his time between left and center. Back in the DSL in 2024, Rodriguez had a similar year, batting 275/355/338. He had the same number of walks as strikeouts. He again split his time between left and center.


Stats

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Transactions

January 15, 2023: Signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as an international free agent.