Track Record:: Colas generated attention for his power stroke while playing in Cuba and in Japan at a young age. The 23-year-old outfielder signed with the White Sox for $2.7 million soon after the 2021-22 international signing period opened in January 2022.
Scouting Report: Power is the calling card for Colas, who some in the White Sox organization believe could turn into a 30-plus home run hitter. Colas has plus raw power and generates lift in his swing. International scouts were split on Colas' pure hitting ability, though he wasn' t getting tested against age-appropriate pitching while training in the Dominican Republic. In Cuba, Colas had a heavyset first base type build, but after leaving he transformed himself physically to shed weight. That should help him handle a corner outfield spot, with a plus arm for right field. The White Sox have even considered giving him time in center field, but he projects long term in a corner, with some first base risk depending how his conditioning goes.
The Future: Coming off a long layoff from facing competitive pitching, there could be an initial adjustment period for Colas, but he immediately becomes one of the top power prospects in the system. He will make his pro debut in High-A Winston-Salem.
Scouting Grades: Hitting: 50. Power: 60. Speed: 45. Fielding: 45. Arm: 60.
