Yankees 2018 Pre-Spring Training Prospect Ranking: 21-25
Brendan Kuty Matt Linder Now, it is time for the second installment of my Yankees Top 30 Prospect Ranking, players 21-25. Zach Bland 25. Isiah Gilliam – OF Age: 21 -2017 Performance: Gilliam had a breakout campaign this past season in Low-A Charleston. He slashed an impressive .275/.356/.468 with 15 home runs in 125 games. Additionally, Isiah was a year and a half younger than the average player in the South Atlantic League. -Strengths: Gilliam’s best tool is his power. He does a good job staying behind the baseball and uses his great size – listed at 6’3” and 220lbs – to generate his plus raw power from both sides of the plate. Although drafted as a first baseman, he was immediately moved to the outfield where he will not win any Gold Gloves, but he should be able to play either corner spot thanks to his slightly above average arm. -Weaknesses/Concerns: There is some length to Gilliam’s swing, which has made hi...