2024 MLB Draft Profile: Christian Moore

[Hector Rodriguez]

Christian Moore is one of the hottest hitters in college baseball. He has had an incredible season for Tennessee and just hit for the second cycle in College World Series history. Moore could be an option for the Marlins with their first-round pick. 

 Overview

Position: 2B

Height: 6’1″

Weight: 210 pounds

School: Tennessee

Christian Moore is a 6’1”, 210-pound second baseman who plays for the Tennessee Volunteers. Moore has been one of the biggest risers in this draft class and is one of the offensive leaders for the top-ranked Volunteers.

Coming out of high school, Moore was a blue-chip prospect out of Brooklyn. On Perfect Game, Moore was the 91st-ranked prospect and the 23rd-ranked shortstop in his class. Moore was also the fifth-ranked prospect in New York. After going undrafted, Moore honored his commitment to the Tennessee Volunteers.

During his freshman season, Moore shared playing time but still performed at a high level when given opportunities. Moore slashed .305/.443/.619 with 36 hits, three doubles, two triples, ten home runs, 36 RBIs, and a 1.062 OPS.

As a sophomore, Moore was a full-time starter for the Volunteers and continued to rake at the plate. Moore played in 63 games and started in 61. Moore slashed .304/.444/.603 with 65 hits, thirteen doubles, 17 home runs, 50 RBIs, sixteen stolen bases, 50 walks, and a 1.046 OPS.

During the 2024 season, Moore has turned into one of the most dangerous hitters in college baseball. He is slashing .384/.457/.814 with 107 hits, 19 doubles, 33 home runs, 72 RBIs, and a 1.271 OPS. He was named First Team All-American on Perfect Game. Moore was also named Second Team All-American on ABCA and NCBWA.

On June 14, Moore became the second player in College World Series history to hit for the cycle. 

Moore is one of the top pure hitters in the 2024 draft class. The Empire State native has an aggressive approach and looks to do damage at the plate. Moore can drive the ball to all fields with power. Moore will likely be a middle infielder at the next level, but has the athletic ability to play center field if needed.

 

Strengths

• Drives ball to all fields with power
• Good bat speed
• Advanced approach at the plate
• Runs very well
• Defensive versatility

 

Weaknesses

• Chases at pitches out of the zone
• Needs to improve with hands
• Limited arm strength

 

Pro Comparison: Marcus Semien

Projection: Top 20 pick (33rd on the 2024 MLB Mock Draft Consensus Board as of June 18)

 

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Bottom Line

Christian Moore would be an excellent addition to the Marlins farm system, bringing plus hit tools that are lacking throughout the organization. Moore could climb through the minor leagues quickly and develop into a quality major leaguer.

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