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Model Last Run Oct 5, 2026
Player Profile

Nick McLain

CWS · High-A · CF · Age 24

Bats S · Throws L
Prospect Score51.8#1,451 Overall
Baseline49Most likely outcome
Performance52Developing performance profile
Trend0.0Stable

Projected Outcome

Prospect Baseline model range
Floor42Lower-end outcome
Baseline49Most likely outcome
Ceiling56High-end outcome

Why Prospect Baseline Sees Him This Way

Prospect Baseline surfaced this player because of a balanced combination of projection, performance, and developmental context. Continued progress would reinforce the current baseline and ceiling.

Performance

Selected evidence
52Developing performance profile
Offensive impact.839 OPSBalanced offensive output
Contact20.6% KNear expected range
Approach18.1% BBStrong on-base approach

Scouting Profile

20–80 scale

Individual scouting grades are not currently available for this player.

Model Detail
ConfidenceSolid58How much reliable information supports the evaluation.
RiskHigh10Uncertainty surrounding the projected outcome.
Age-to-LevelUnavailableN/AHow advanced the player is relative to the level.
Track RecordUnavailableN/AStability of the model record over time.
Data QualityUnavailableN/ACompleteness and reliability of available inputs.
Forecasts
StatusAvailable
2027 Projection43.8
Projected Range25–62
Arrival Probability10%
Productive Role Probability1%
Player Background
OrganizationChicago White Sox
LevelHigh-A
PositionCF
BatsS
ThrowsL
Development History

Model history

Median movement
First recorded 41 Latest recorded 49
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2026-10-05 · Median 49

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