Prospect Spotlight: Alex Freeland, SS, Dodgers
Switch-hitting sparkplug with advanced zone control, sure-handed defense, and sneaky pop; trending toward a 2025-26 debut.
Player Profile
| Height / Weight | B/T | Draft / Bonus | Org Rank | Rule-5 EL | ETA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Freeland | 6′ 0″ / 200 lbs | S/R | 2022 3rd-Rd (#105) — $747 K | Dodgers Top-5 / MLB Top-50 | Dec 2026 | 2026 |
2025 Performance Snapshot (AAA Oklahoma City – through June 9)
| G | AB | AVG | OBP | SLG | HR | SB | BB % | K % | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 238 | .269 | .384 | .437 | 7 | 12 | 11.3 | 18.9 | .821 |
Freeland is one of the youngest regulars in Triple-A yet getting on base at a near-.400 clip while playing plus defense on the left side.
Scouting Grades (Present / Future)
| Tool | Hit | Game Power | Raw Power | Run | Field | Arm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | 50 / 55 | 40 / 50 | 50 / 55 | 55 / 55 | 55 / 60 | 55 / 55 |
Quick Notes
- Compact, direct stroke from both sides fuels double-digit walk rates and a career .373 OBP.
- Raw pop is mostly gap-to-gap now but projects 15-18 HR at peak as he adds loft.
- Plus instincts, range, and a 55-grade arm allow him to handle SS, 3B, or 2B seamlessly.
Organizational Fit & Outlook
Miguel Rojas currently bridges shortstop, and Gavin Lux is penciled in at second base. Freeland’s versatility, switch bat, and on-base skills give him multiple pathways into the Dodgers’ infield by early 2026, with a September 2025 cameo squarely in play.
Bowman Chrome Hobby Outlook
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| True 1st Bowman Auto | 2022 Bowman Draft Chrome Autographs #CDA-AF (on-card) |
| Recent Prices | Raw base autos $22–30; Aqua Wave /199 PSA-9 listings around $180. |
| Collector Angle | Switch-hitting Dodgers shortstop with a .380-ish OBP profile; colored parallels under /99 remain prime buy-low targets ahead of a likely 2026 debut. |
TL;DR – Freeland already shows a near-.400 OBP and plus defense in Triple-A at 23. His 2022 Draft 1st autos are still affordable; pounce on color while you can.