Position: SS

Height: 6’1″

Weight: 185 pounds

School: Strawberry Crest HS (FL)

Commitment: Florida State

Arjun Nimmala is a 6’1”, 185-pound middle infielder out of the talent-rich Central Florida region. Nimmala is one of the highest-ranked prospects in the 2023 MLB Draft class. On MLB Pipeline, Nimmala is the 14th-ranked overall draft prospect and the third-ranked shortstop. Nimmala is also the top-ranked prep middle infield prospect in the class. On Perfect Game, Nimmala is the third-ranked prospect and the #1 shortstop in the country. He’s also the #1 prospect in the state of Florida. 

Nimmala is an all-around talent prospect with good hitting and defensive tools with above average speed. During his senior season, Nimmala slashed .479/.573/.904 with 35 hits, seven doubles, six home runs, fourteen walks, and a 1.477 OPS. 

It’s difficult not to love this swing from 2023 SS Arjun Nimmala.

In-rhythm, creates separation, elite bat speed, and ability to create loft with ease. Massive power potential at a premium defensive position for the @FSUBaseball commit. #MLBDraft @PBR_DraftHQ @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/Rbq97lCR35

— Ian Smith (@FlaSmitty) April 19, 2023

Strengths

• Good contact hitter
• Can drive to ball to all fields
• Aggressive hitter
• Projects to play shortstop at the next level 
• Raw power potential 
• Plus range

Weaknesses

• Has some swing-and-miss
• Inconsistent results against tough competition at the plate

Pro Comparison: Didi Gregorius 

Projection: Top 15 pick

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Bottom Line

Arjun Nimmala is being viewed as one of the top talents in this draft class. He has stood out in an area filled with D1 or pro-level talent. That’s despite being exceptionally young for a draft-eligible player—Nimmala won’t turn 18 until October.

If the “safest” college bats are already off the board when it’s time for the Marlins to pick in the #10 spot, Arjun Nimmala could be an option.

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