Cleveland Indians: Three prospects that could help the playoff push

Outfield, Left-Handed Hitter

I’m not sure that Bradley Zimmer still qualifies as a prospect, but regardless he is a player that could help down the stretch that isn’t currently on the roster. He’s had his fair share of ups and downs, but might provide a stability to the team.

Zimmer has already played in 20 games this year for the Tribe and showed flashes, drawing seven walks and logging three RBI. However, his ability to only slash .162/.360/.243 was his downfall.

Now, those numbers don’t seem as bad. Zimmer is right on pace with Naylor and Luplow, but has had time to work on his craft at the alternate site. We’ve already witnessed players like Oscar Mercado who went to Lake County and returned in a better form. The same might be said for Zimmer.

Before this season, it had been a long time since Zimmer saw the field because of injuries and it takes anyone a bit to settle in. However, when he was healthy, Zimmer was a threat at the plate in more ways than one, posting a very balanced stat sheet in 2017.

Now that he has been able to get a few plate appearances under his belt and then regroup at Lake County, it might be time to see what Zimmer can do again.