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Connor Scott

Connor Scott (born October 8, 1999) is an professional baseball outfielder currently listed as a . A left-handed hitter and thrower standing 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 208 pounds, he was selected by the with the 13th overall pick in the first round of the after starring at Plant High School in . Scott signed a professional contract with the Marlins for a $4.038 million bonus and began his career aggressively, reaching ball by age 19 in 2019, where he posted a .240 batting average with six home runs across two seasons before the . Following the shortened 2020 season, he continued developing in the Marlins system until November 29, 2021, when he was traded to the along with pitcher Zach Thompson and prospect Kyle Nicolas in exchange for Jacob . In Pittsburgh's organization, Scott advanced through Double-A and Triple-A levels, batting .247 with 7 home runs and 10 stolen bases in 2022 at Double-A, showcasing his speed and athleticism as a , though contact issues limited his prospect ranking. Scott was granted his unconditional release by the Pirates on June 26, 2024. He signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers on July 2, 2024, before being released on November 4, 2024. He signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals on January 15, 2025, but was placed on the full-season injured list on May 2, 2025, limiting him to eight games before electing minor league free agency on November 6, 2025. Over his minor league career spanning seven seasons, Scott has accumulated a .241 batting average, 30 home runs, 221 RBIs, and 66 stolen bases in 524 games across multiple organizations.

Amateur career

High school career

Connor Scott attended Henry B. Plant High School in , where he played varsity for four years as an outfielder and left-handed . Known for his athletic build and speed, Scott developed into a top high school prospect during his time at Plant, showcasing tools that included plus running speed and a strong arm. In his senior year of 2018, Scott posted an impressive .526 with five home runs, four doubles, two triples, 19 RBIs, and six stolen bases over 20 games, despite being hampered by a injury in the second half of the season that limited his playing time. His performance highlighted his power potential and plate discipline, even as the injury curtailed what could have been a more extensive showcase. Scott verbally committed to play for the at the but ultimately opted for the MLB Draft. Among his high school accolades, he was ranked as the top outfield prospect in and No. 15 overall nationally in the class of 2018 by .

2018 Major League Baseball draft

Scott was selected by the with the 13th overall pick in the first round of the on June 4, 2018. A highly regarded high school from Plant High School in , Scott's selection highlighted the Marlins' focus on athletic, toolsy prospects early in the draft. On June 8, 2018, Scott signed with the Marlins for a $4,038,200 , matching the slot value for the pick and marking one of the largest bonuses in franchise draft history at the time. The agreement came shortly after his selection, allowing him to bypass his college commitment to the and begin his professional career immediately. Pre-draft scouting reports emphasized Scott's elite athleticism, including plus-plus speed, a projectable 6-foot-4 frame, and potential for above-average power as a left-handed batter. Evaluators projected him as a with plus defensive tools, strong arm strength, and the ability to impact games with his baserunning, drawing comparisons to dynamic outfielders due to his five-tool potential despite raw hitting mechanics.

Professional career

Miami Marlins

Connor Scott was selected by the with the 13th overall pick in the out of high school, signing a professional contract worth $4,038,200 before being assigned to the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Marlins. In his debut professional season of 2018, Scott appeared in 27 games with the GCL Marlins, batting .229 with a .333 , before earning a promotion to the on August 7. Across 50 total games between the two affiliates, he recorded a .218 , one , and 13 , while attempting 17 stolen bases and succeeding on nine. These performances highlighted his speed and potential as a top draft pick, though his power output remained modest early in his development. Scott advanced within the Marlins system in 2019, starting the year with the Low-A of the , where he showcased improved plate discipline and base-running ability. On July 30, following a 16-game , he was promoted to the High-A of the . In 122 games across both levels, Scott hit five home runs, drove in 41 runs, and stole 23 bases, batting .247 overall with a .317 , demonstrating steady progression as a 19-year-old . The 2020 minor league season was canceled due to the , limiting Scott to instructional league play and workouts within the Marlins organization, which focused on refining his swing and defensive skills in center field. Returning to in 2021, Scott was assigned to the Beloit Snappers— the Marlins' affiliate in the restructured —where he adapted to the challenges of a full-season schedule post-pandemic. Over 96 games, he posted a .276 with a .333 and .446 , including 10 home runs, 46 , and 14 stolen bases, marking a breakout in power production that elevated his prospect status within the system. On November 29, 2021, the Marlins traded Scott, along with pitchers Zach Thompson and Kyle Nicolas, to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for catcher Jacob Stallings.

Pittsburgh Pirates

Following his acquisition from the Miami Marlins in a November 2021 trade, Connor Scott was assigned to the Double-A Altoona Curve to begin the 2022 season. In 109 games that year, he batted .247 with 7 home runs, 49 runs batted in, and 25 doubles, showing some power potential but struggling with consistency at the higher level. Scott returned to Altoona for the 2023 campaign, where his performance declined markedly, as he hit .196 with 3 home runs and 37 over 74 games. He missed nearly a month of action after being placed on the 7-day on June 29 and was activated on July 25, contributing to his limited playing time and stalled development. These setbacks, combined with ongoing plateaus in his and power output, prevented any promotion within ' system. In early 2024, Scott continued with the Curve, appearing in 24 games and batting .160 with no home runs and just 5 RBI, further highlighting his challenges in adapting to Double-A pitching. Over his full tenure with the Pirates organization from 2022 to mid-2024, he played 207 games exclusively at Altoona, compiling a .226 batting average, 10 home runs, 91 RBI, and 41 doubles, but injuries and inconsistent production limited his advancement. The Pirates released him on June 25, 2024.

Milwaukee Brewers

Following his release from the in late June 2024, Connor Scott signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers as a on July 2, 2024. He was immediately assigned to the Double-A affiliate in the Southern League. During his tenure with the Shuckers in the second half of the 2024 season, Scott appeared in 41 games, primarily in right and left field, where he provided depth and contributed offensively. Batting .243 with 34 hits in 140 at-bats, he recorded 4 home runs and 24 , highlighting his power potential in a limited role while helping support the team's lineup in the competitive Southern League. Scott's time with the Brewers organization concluded after the 2024 minor league season, as he elected free agency on November 4, 2024.

Kansas City Royals

On January 15, 2025, following his free agency from the Milwaukee Brewers in November 2024, Connor Scott signed a minor league contract with the organization. He was subsequently assigned to the Royals' Double-A affiliate, the , where he began the 2025 season. Scott appeared in eight games for the Naturals early in the campaign, posting a .333 with nine hits in 27 at-bats, including two doubles, while scoring seven runs and driving in six RBIs; he also drew two walks against three strikeouts, resulting in a .367 and .407 . His showcased solid contact skills and base-running potential in limited , though he did not record any extra-base power or stolen bases during this stretch. On May 2, 2025, Scott was placed on the full-season by the Naturals, effectively ending his year and limiting him to just those initial appearances. The injury curtailed any further development opportunities within the ' system and prevented him from advancing to higher levels or contributing to postseason play. Scott elected free agency on November 6, 2025, concluding his brief tenure with the and entering the market as an unrestricted .

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