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Chase DeLauter, a 63, 235 lbs left-handed hitter, is poised to bring power to the Cleveland Guardians outfield in 2026. Ranked 46th among baseball prospects, DeLauter has shown elite potential with strong plate discipline and hard contact. Despite injuries delaying his big league debut, he could fill the Guardians need for outfield pop, as their main outfielders combined for just 11 home runs last year. DeLauter, a late bloomer from West Virginia, excelled at James Madison University and was drafted 16th overall in 2022. He has limited minor league experience due to injuries but has shown promise with a .302 batting average and 20 homers in 138 games. DeLauters power was on display this spring with two homers totaling 835 feet, and Manager Stephen Vogt has high hopes for his defense and hard contact.

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