Cleveland Guardians: 7 prospects on 40-man roster who could make big impact in 2022

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 20: Steven Kwan #1 of the Cleveland Indians catches a line drive hit by Eloy Jiménez #74 of the Chicago White Sox during the fifth inning of a spring training game at Camelback Ranch on March 20, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /

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Richie Palacios

The versatility of Palacios in the infield and outfield will be one of his greatest strengths, but he also wields an impressive bat, as he hit a combined .297/.404/.471 with 7 home runs, 33 doubles, 20 steals, and 48 RBIs between Akron and Columbus last year (he’s also a great follow on social media). His ability to make excellent contact and hit for a high average (not to mention his elite eye at the plate) puts him right in line with Cleveland’s organizational philosophy and could make him a dark horse candidate to make the team right out of spring training.