The 22-year-old right-handed outfielder was Colorado’s third pick in 2022 (38th overall in Competitive Balance Round A) but was ranked very closely to the first two picks (fellow PuRPs Sterlin Thompson and Gabriel Hughes) by most national scouts as an impact player. The 6’3”, 225-pounder, who played all three outfield positions at Tennessee with good athleticism and raw power, signed for an above-slot $2.2 million bonus ($2.05 million slot).
Mid-season 2023 Rank: 5
High Ballot: 2
Mode Ballot: 5
Future Value: 50, outfield regular
Contract Status: 2022 Competitive Balance Round A, Not Rule 5 Eligible, three options remaining
MLB ETA: Late 2024
After a successful professional debut season that saw him excel with both the complex league team and Low-A Fresno, Beck was assigned to High-A Spokane to begin 2023, where he was 0.