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Forrest Wall

Forrest Alexander Wall (born November 20, 1995) is an American professional baseball outfielder currently a in (MLB). Drafted 35th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the Competitive Balance Round A of the 2014 MLB Draft out of Orangewood Christian School in his hometown of , Wall has appeared in 31 MLB games across three seasons, primarily as a left fielder and , while spending most of his career in the . Wall's professional career began in the Rockies' minor league system, where he progressed from rookie ball to Triple-A between 2014 and 2018, showcasing speed and contact skills with a .276 batting average and 108 stolen bases over that span. On July 26, 2018, he was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays as part of a deal involving reliever Seunghwan Oh, and he continued developing in their minors through 2020, adding 24 more stolen bases while batting .269. After stints in independent leagues and with other organizations, Wall signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves on February 1, 2023, earning a call-up to the majors later that year. Wall made his MLB debut on July 22, 2023, with the Braves, where he quickly impressed in a limited role, posting a .462 with one , two RBIs, and five stolen bases in 13 at-bats over 15 games. In 2024, he appeared in 16 games split between the Braves (eight games, .267 average, three stolen bases), (five games after being claimed off waivers on July 25), and (three games after another waiver claim on August 28), finishing the season with a .250 average, four stolen bases, and no s across 32 at-bats. Entering 2025 as a , Wall signed a minor league deal with the Padres on January 16, playing for their Triple-A affiliate before being released on August 3; he later joined the Cubs' organization on a minor league contract on August 8 but elected on November 7 and remains a as of November 2025. Standing at 6 feet tall and 195 pounds, Wall bats left-handed and throws right-handed, known for his base-stealing ability with nine MLB steals in his career.

Early life and amateur career

Early life

Forrest Alexander Wall was born on November 20, 1995, in . He grew up in the nearby Orlando area, immersed in Central Florida's active youth sports environment that provided ample opportunities for athletic development. Wall comes from a supportive family, including his brother , who joined him during key moments in his career milestones. From an early age, he showed interest in , participating in local youth programs such as the Orlando Baseball Academy, where he honed his skills alongside other promising talents. In 2011, at age 15, he was selected to the 16U National Team Trials after performing at the USA Junior Olympic tournament. This foundational exposure in Central Florida's baseball scene helped shape his passion for the sport before transitioning to high school at Orangewood Christian School.

High school career

Wall attended Orangewood Christian School in . During his high school career, Wall compiled impressive offensive statistics, batting .461 with nine home runs, 70 runs batted in, and 70 stolen bases. His speed and base-stealing prowess stood out, ranking him 276th nationally, 12th in , and second in Division 3A for stolen bases. Wall's performance helped lead the team to two state finals appearances, earning him First Team All-District honors and two-time All-American recognition. Wall earned recognition as one of Florida's top high school prospects, ranking fifth overall and second among shortstops in the state according to , as well as 26th nationally overall and fourth among shortstops. Scouting reports praised his left-handed hitting ability, all-fields approach, and above-average speed, projecting him as a potential plus hitter with strong contact skills while versatile in the infield and outfield. His recruitment culminated in being selected by the Colorado Rockies with the 35th overall pick (Competitive Balance Round A) in the .

Professional career

Colorado Rockies

Wall was selected by the Colorado Rockies with the 35th overall pick in the first round (supplemental) of the out of Orangewood Christian School in . Originally a , he had transitioned to second base following a torn in his right shoulder that required during his junior year of high school. The Rockies signed Wall to a contract on June 21, 2014, with a $2 million , exceeding the slot value of $1.6 million for his draft position. Wall made his professional debut that summer with the Grand Junction Rockies of the Rookie-level Pioneer League, where he batted .318 with 18 stolen bases over 41 games. In 2015, he advanced to the Low-A of the , posting a .280 and 23 stolen bases in 99 games while primarily playing second base. The following year, Wall moved up to the High-A of the , where he hit .264 with 22 stolen bases in 120 games, continuing to develop as a middle known for his speed and contact skills. In 2017, Wall began the season with the High-A Lancaster JetHawks, another affiliate, batting .299 with five stolen bases in 22 games before a season-ending shoulder injury sidelined him. During that year, the Rockies shifted him toward center field to leverage his athleticism, a position he played more frequently alongside second base and left field. Wall's consistent base-stealing ability and potential as a versatile defender earned him recognition as the No. 90 prospect in MLB.com's preseason Top 100 list entering 2016. On July 26, 2018, the Rockies traded Wall, along with outfielder Chad Spanberger and a , to the Blue Jays in exchange for Seunghwan Oh.

Toronto Blue Jays

Following his trade to the Blue Jays from the Colorado Rockies on July 26, 2018, in exchange for Seunghwan Oh, Wall was assigned to the Double-A of the Eastern League. In 35 games with New Hampshire, he batted .271 with a .354 and .380 , recording 10 stolen bases while adapting to his new organization. His speed and outfield versatility provided depth in the Blue Jays' Double-A system during the latter half of the season. Wall returned to New Hampshire to open the 2019 season, where he hit .270 with 13 stolen bases over 109 games, contributing 30 extra-base hits and demonstrating consistent contact skills at the Double-A level. On August 18, he earned a promotion to the Triple-A , Toronto's affiliate, appearing in 14 games and batting .255 with one and five extra-base hits despite dealing with minor injuries that limited his playing time. Overall for the year across both levels, Wall slashed .268/.351/.422 with 11 runs, 45 RBIs, and 14 stolen bases in 123 games, marking his first extended exposure to Triple-A competition. The 2020 minor league season was canceled due to the , preventing Wall from building on his momentum and resulting in no on-field action that year. This hiatus led to his election of free agency on November 2, 2020, though he re-signed with on a contract with an invitation to on December 18, 2020, allowing him to remain in the organization amid the uncertainty. In 2021, Wall spent the full season with the , batting .266 with a .343 and .360 , including 35 stolen bases in 78 games as he showcased his plus speed in Triple-A. With more than four years of professional service time, Wall became eligible for the , but the Blue Jays did not add him to their 40-man roster ahead of the deadline, prompting his election of free agency on November 7, 2021. This move concluded his tenure in the Blue Jays system without advancing to the major leagues.

Seattle Mariners

On March 14, 2022, the Seattle Mariners signed free agent second baseman Forrest Wall to a minor league contract, including an invitation to spring training. Wall was assigned to the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers for the 2022 season, where he showcased his elite speed while providing multi-positional versatility in the outfield and infield. In 120 games, he batted .255 with a .333 on-base percentage and .354 slugging percentage, recording 6 home runs and 41 RBI; his standout contribution was leading the Rainiers with 52 stolen bases, a total that also topped all of Triple-A baseball. Despite his baserunning prowess, Wall did not receive a call-up to the major leagues during the season. On November 10, 2022, Wall elected free agency after the conclusion of his contract with the Mariners organization.

Atlanta Braves

On February 1, 2023, Wall signed a minor league contract with the organization, which included an invitation to . Wall spent the early part of the 2023 season with the Braves' Triple-A affiliate, the , where he batted .258 with a .360 , eight home runs, and 45 stolen bases in 78 games, showcasing his speed on the basepaths. His performance earned him a call-up when the Braves selected his contract from Gwinnett on July 18. Wall made his major league debut on July 22, 2023, against the Milwaukee Brewers, entering as a and stealing second and third base in the ninth inning. He appeared in four games during his initial stint, recording his first hit—a double—on August 12 against the Arizona Diamondbacks before being optioned back to Gwinnett on August 15. Wall was recalled again on September 1 and finished the 2023 season with the Braves, batting .462 with one , two , and five stolen bases in 15 total games. Heading into 2024, Wall secured a spot on the Braves' roster as a reserve valued for his speed and versatility. He appeared in 12 games early in the season, batting .286 with one and two , before being optioned to Gwinnett on 19. Wall shuttled between and Gwinnett multiple times that summer, including recalls on and July 9, but saw limited action in 13 total games with the Braves while batting .241 with three stolen bases. On July 22, following the placement of Nacho Alvarez Jr. on the active roster, the Braves designated Wall for assignment. Over his two seasons with the Braves, Wall appeared in 28 games, compiling a .310 , one , three , and eight in 42 at-bats.

Miami Marlins

On July 25, 2024, the claimed outfielder Forrest Wall off waivers from the Atlanta Braves, who had recently designated him for assignment. The move added depth to Miami's , where Wall's elite speed—highlighted by his stolen base totals—positioned him as a potential and late-inning replacement amid the team's injury challenges and rebuilding phase. He was initially optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville but recalled shortly after. Wall appeared in three MLB games for the Marlins in late and early 2024, going 1-for-3 with one . His debut came on July 28 against the Brewers as a , where he struck out in his only at-bat. He started in right field on August 1 versus the Braves, recording a single, scoring a run, and striking out once before being replaced. Wall's final appearance was on August 2, entering as a in the ninth inning against and successfully stealing second base. These limited opportunities underscored his utility role focused on baserunning rather than everyday playing time. Without further MLB or significant minor league assignments during his Marlins tenure, Wall was on August 26, 2024, to clear a 40-man roster spot.

Baltimore Orioles

On August 28, 2024, the Baltimore Orioles claimed Forrest Wall off waivers from the and immediately optioned him to Triple-A . Wall did not appear in any games for the Orioles during the remainder of the 2024 season. Wall cleared waivers again and was outrighted to the on September 3, 2024, where he served as organizational depth with his versatile utility skills across multiple positions. His time in was limited to 14 games due to the season's conclusion in early September, during which he batted .261 with a .382 , one , and six RBIs. Following the season, Wall elected free agency on November 4, 2024.

San Diego Padres

Following his election to free agency from the Orioles in November 2024, Forrest Wall signed a minor league contract with the Padres on January 16, 2025, and was assigned to the Triple-A . The deal included an invitation to the Padres' camp, announced on February 7, 2025, as one of 28 non-roster invitees. During camp, Wall changed his uniform number to 26 on February 20, 2025. Wall began the 2025 season with El Paso, where he appeared in 69 games, batting .298 with a .384 and .429 , including four home runs, 39 , and 21 stolen bases. His performance highlighted his speed and contact skills in the , though limited opportunities kept him in the minors. On April 6, 2025, he was placed on the 7-day due to a minor injury, from which he was activated on May 1. On August 2, 2025, opted out of his contract with the Padres to pursue other opportunities as a . This decision followed a solid but injury-interrupted stint in Triple-A, allowing him to test the market amid his continued pursuit of a major league role.

Chicago Cubs

On August 7, 2025, Forrest Wall signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs after opting out of a similar deal with the Padres. He was immediately assigned to the Triple-A , where he provided outfield depth during the late season. In 22 games with , Wall batted .245 with a .367 and .429 , hitting 2 home runs and driving in 13 runs over 49 at-bats. His speed remained a standout trait, as he stole 8 bases, showcasing his baserunning prowess in limited action. This brief stint added to Wall's 2025 journeyman campaign, during which he suited up for multiple organizations in pursuit of major league opportunities. Wall elected free agency on November 6, 2025, becoming an unrestricted at age 29. As of November 17, 2025, he remains unsigned, seeking his next contract in .

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