Former MiLB Catcher with the St. Louis Cardinals, Power Hitter with ability to play 1B/3B available 2022-23
Name: Diego Andres Velasquez
Height: 180cm
Weight: 92.5kg
DOB: March 25, 2002
Date Available: December 23, 2022
Rookie ball experienceBats: R
Throws: R
Positions: C
Positions (alt): 1B, 3B
College:
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Diego is primarily a catcher, but he can also slot into the lineup at first base or third base. He played a complete season in the Dominican Summer League as a first baseman, and he also has the arm and reflexes to be effective at third base. As a catcher, his arm is very strong, with a pop time often as low as 1.7 to 1.8 seconds.
As a hitter, he has power and excellent bat speed.
Diego brings much energy to a club and is always deep into the games – always looking to help teammates in any way possible. He works out and trains regularly at a baseball academy, with the goal of continuous improvement.
Fernando Diaz, a former teammate in the St. Louis Cardinals’ organization, says, “Diego is a very complete player, has great ability when catching, knows how to lead a game very well, and has an above-average arm, power, a great ability to run, and great character.”
Career Highlights
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Former player in St. Louis Cardinals (MLB) system
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Four years of experience
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Dominican Summer League
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Florida Complex League
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MiLB Rookie League
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Overseas Goals
Diego wants to keep playing and perhaps eventually get another opportunity to play professionally in the U.S. He says, “by playing overseas, I can continue playing against good competition,, travel, and have new and great experiences.”
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Playing Experience
Stats
Pro/Overseas Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | DSL Cardinals Blue | 15 | 52 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 23 | 0 | 0 | .250 | .333 | .308 |
| 2019 | DSL Cardinals Red | 13 | 45 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 16 | 1 | 2 | .200 | .321 | .267 |
| 2021 | FCL Cardinals | 5 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | .143 | .200 | .143 |
| 2021 | DSL Cardinals Blue | 15 | 36 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 1 | .111 | .304 | .278 |
| 2022 | FCL Cardinals | 9 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .118 | .000 |
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Testimonials
Mr. Diego Velazquez, Due to your experience as a professional athlete and your good achievements, as a friend and witness I am aware of your good numbers in the sport of baseball. Thanks to the great experience we lived together in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. I, Fernando Diaz, as a professional athlete in the Cardinals organization, recommend you as a good athlete and colleague with great discipline in sports. Diego is a very complete player, he has great ability when catching, he knows how to lead a game very well, he has an above-average arm, he has a timely power hit, a great ability to run and a great character to play.
Additional Info
Playing preferences: Europe Semi-pro (ie. Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, France etc.), Europe Pro (Italy, The Netherlands), Australia Semi-pro (State Leagues), Australia Pro (Australian Baseball League), Asia Pro (Japan, Korea, Taiwan), Canada semi-pro (Intercounty Baseball League, NBSBL, QSBL, etc.), Latin America pro (Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Venezuela, DR, etc), Im open for any opportunity.
Living preferences: Private living arrangement (apartment to self), Shared living arrangement, own bedroom, Shared living arrangement, shared bedroom, Give me a floor, pillow and a mat to sleep on, Host Family
Return home: I can stay as long as it takes to complete a season
Prior engagements: No
Recent injuries/illnesses: No
Traveling with a companion: No
Educational background: High school graduated