Alex
Mooney

Sophomore-eligible by age for this year’s draft, Mooney continues to build on his strong freshman campaign. Currently batting .330 with a .453 OBP and .520 SLG, Mooney is seen by the industry as a prospect who lacks a ton of ceiling, but one who does have a high floor. He can make every play in every direction defensively and is an aggressive and confident athlete. He runs better than average (16-for-20 stolen bases this season) and shows above average arm strength. At the plate the righthanded hitter has more doubles power than over the fence (16 doubles, 6 home runs), but he is hitting the ball harder this season than last, while also hitting it in the air more often. He has nearly doubled his ISO from .100 in 2022 to .190 this spring. He also controls the zone with the same number of walks and strikeouts (31) and just a 13% strikeout rate this season. Beyond the talent and tools, Mooney also has the intangibles. He’s the heartbeat of Duke baseball as the clubhouse leader and is clutch in the big moments. He’s a rare talent that not only plays at a high level, but he makes others around him do the same. Expect Mooney to be selected in the second round.

Cape Cod: Mooney entered his freshman season with tremendous fanfare (No. 6 Impact Freshman) as his stellar play as a highly touted prep player was undeniable. And his pedigree is easy to see. He can make every play in every direction defensively and is an aggressive and confident athlete. He runs plus (4.19 H-1B from the right side) and shows above average arm strength. He also answered the bell for many of the lofty expectations placed on him as a true freshman with a production slash of .292/.393/.392 this past spring. The right handed hitting middle infielder then continued his development with solid production (.261/.326/.398) and five home runs (one an inside-the-park against Bourne on July 22) this summer. Mooney has star college player, as well as a likely early round selection written all over him, whether it's in 2023 as a sophomore-eligible, or 2024 as a junior.

Fielding: Elite defender that has a calm approach with soft hands. Shows good range to both sides with an understanding how to work through the ball. Threw 94 mph across the infield. 

Swing: Great bat control at the plate making consistent hard contact off the barrel. Has an understanding of how to place his hands. Line drive hitter that has plate discipline. 95 mph exit velocity with a wood bat.  Ran a 6.68 . 

6-foot-1, 155-pound athletic prospect had an impressive performance following his strong performance as an 8th grader at the Future Games. He started the day by posting one of the top times on the day in the 60, with a 6.77. In the field has a good range while, showing the ability to gain ground. Fast hands at the plate with pop in the bat, gap to gap hitter that produce power as he continues to physically mature.

60 time: 6.77
Inf velo: 87 mph
Exit velo: 89 mph with wood

6-foot, 150 pound middle infield prospect was quite impressive at the Future Games. As one of the only 8th grade prospects in attendance he showed why he belonged. Running an impressive 6.87 60 yard dash. In the field shows good lateral movements along with a strong arm and quick release. Has the ability to play all over the infield and not miss a beat. Soft hands with a mature approach to the game. In game play was quite aggressive on the base paths swiping several bags on the weekend. A gap to gap hitter with power. Has fast hands and a feel for the barrel. Took a couple balls off the fence in BP while hitting a double off the LF fence during game play. 

60 time: 6.87
Inf velo: 83 mph
Exit velo: 88 mph