Victor Scott Stats & Scouting Report

AB	100
AVG	.12
OBP	.159
SLG	.2
HR	1

Full name Victor Dwanyne Scott II
Born 02/12/2001 in Atlanta, GA
Profile Ht.: 5'10" / Wt.: 190 / Bats: L / Throws: L
School West Virginia
Drafted in the 5th round (157th overall) by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022 (signed for $350,400).

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One of the best overall athletes in the Big 12, Scott had a strong summer in the Northwoods League in 2021, where he hit .329/.403/.450 with three home runs, seven doubles and 37 stolen bases. The 5-foot-11, 190-pound speedster had his best offensive season this spring in the Big 12, hitting .278/.397/.454 with six home runs, 12 doubles and 38 stolen bases. Scott has some bat-to-ball skills and doesn’t expand the zone frequently but has below-average power and his strikeout rates with West Virginia are a bit of a concern. While his bat leads to questions, there’s no doubting his top-end running ability and defensive skill in center field. He’s an 80-grade runner who could be a plus or better defender in the outfield, with average arm strength. He’s close to a lock to stick at the position at the next level, which puts less pressure on his bat. Scott should always be a threat to steal bases, and he’s a career 86% (62-for-72) base stealer with West Virginia. He’s got upside as a defensive replacement or fourth outfield type and potentially more if he can find some more impact ability or cut down on his swing and miss.

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Organization Prospect Rankings

BA Grade: 55/High

Track Record: The Cardinals drafted Scott in the fifth round in 2022 after three seasons at West Virginia. He debuted with Low-A Palm Beach and produced a .358 on-base percentage with 13 steals in 31 games. Scott saw time with the big league team in 2023 spring training, filling in for players who had left for the World Baseball Classic. Assigned to High-A Peoria out of camp, Scott hit .282 and stole 50 bases in 66 games to earn a promotion to Double-A Springfield on June 28. He hit .323 and stole 45 bases in the second half. Scott tied for the minor league lead with 94 stolen bases then participated in the Arizona Fall League following the season.

Scouting Report: One of the best athletes in the Cardinals system, Scott is an explosive but undersized outfielder with quick-twitch mechanisms. He has advanced as a hitter during his time as a professional and now shows an advanced approach and plus bat-to-ball skills. Scott employs two separate approaches depending upon the opposing pitcher’s handedness. Against righthanders, he uses a more traditional approach by looking to make consistent hard contact. Against lefthanders, he looks to put the ball in play. He doesn’t get overly aggressive but often shortens his swing and uses his double-plus speed as an advantage. Scott bunted 28 times in 2023, 24 times against lefties. It’s a viable strategy for Scott, who hit .708 on bunts this season. He flies out of the lefthanded batter’s box and consistently puts pressure on defenders. He’s an elite basestealer whose speed allows him to cover large swaths of ground in center field. Scott is a difference-maker on defense.

The Future: Scott is a standout defensive center fielder and basestealer with an approach at the plate that fits his tools. He should see ample Triple-A time in 2024, with a chance to make his MLB debut.

Scouting Grades Hit: 55 | Power: 40 | Run: 80 | Field: 70 | Arm: 50

Draft Prospects

School: West Virginia Committed/Drafted: Never Drafted
Age At Draft: 21.4
BA Grade: 35/High
Scouting Grades: Hit: 40 | Power: 40 | Run: 80 | Field: 65 | Arm: 50
One of the best overall athletes in the Big 12, Scott had a strong summer in the Northwoods League in 2021, where he hit .329/.403/.450 with three home runs, seven doubles and 37 stolen bases. The 5-foot-11, 190-pound speedster had his best offensive season this spring in the Big 12, hitting .278/.397/.454 with six home runs, 12 doubles and 38 stolen bases. Scott has some bat-to-ball skills and doesn’t expand the zone frequently but has below-average power and his strikeout rates with West Virginia are a bit of a concern. While his bat leads to questions, there’s no doubting his top-end running ability and defensive skill in center field. He’s an 80-grade runner who could be a plus or better defender in the outfield, with average arm strength. He’s close to a lock to stick at the position at the next level, which puts less pressure on his bat. Scott should always be a threat to steal bases, and he’s a career 86% (62-for-72) base stealer with West Virginia. He’s got upside as a defensive replacement or fourth outfield type and potentially more if he can find some more impact ability or cut down on his swing and miss.

Career Transactions

St. Louis Cardinals recalled OF Victor Scott II from Memphis Redbirds.
Memphis Redbirds activated OF Victor Scott II.
St. Louis Cardinals optioned OF Victor Scott II to Memphis Redbirds.
St. Louis Cardinals recalled OF Victor Scott II from Memphis Redbirds.
St. Louis Cardinals optioned OF Victor Scott II to Memphis Redbirds.
St. Louis Cardinals selected the contract of OF Victor Scott II from Springfield Cardinals.
Springfield Cardinals activated OF Victor Scott II.
Springfield Cardinals placed OF Victor Scott II on the temporarily inactive list.
OF Victor Scott II assigned to Springfield Cardinals from Peoria Chiefs.
OF Victor Scott II assigned to Springfield Cardinals from Peoria Chiefs.
OF Victor Scott II assigned to Peoria Chiefs from Palm Beach Cardinals.
Peoria Chiefs activated OF Victor Scott II.
OF Victor Scott II roster status changed by St. Louis Cardinals.
OF Victor Scott II, and assigned to St. Louis Cardinals.