Albright was one half of Colorado’s trade return from the Los Angeles Angels for Randal Grichuk and CJ Cron (the other was PuRP No. 24 Jake Madden). The 21-year-old 6’0” lefty starter was the lone high schooler in LA’s famed all-pitcher draft in 2021, an over-slot signing in the 12th round for $1.25 million. No individual pitch stands out in Albright’s mix (maybe the curveball); rather it’s the overall polish and feel for pitching he displays that sets him apart.
Mid-season 2023 Rank: 24
High Ballot: 16
Mode Ballot: 22, 23
Future Value: 40, back-end starter
Contract Status: 2023 Trade (LAA), Not Rule 5 Eligible, three options remaining
MLB ETA: Late 2025
After pitching most of the 2022 season in Low-A and getting absolutely shelled (8.