SF Giants' undrafted prospect from Doval trade impresses at Arizona Fall League

"Harber headlined the Giants' group of prospects who participated in the Arizona Fall League, earning a spot on the National League Fall Stars team. Over 17 games, Harber hit .383/.513/.683 with three home runs and 15 RBIs, his 1.196 OPS ranking fourth all qualified players. The 24-year-old has yet to play at the Double-A level, but there is no shortage of those in San Francisco's front office who have become enamored with the third baseman's talent."

"He's a professional hitter in all regards, said senior director of player development Kyle Haines in a phone interview. He hits to all fields, he hits all pitch types, he hits for power, he hits for average. He's a very professional, well-rounded offensive player in the box. It's been really refreshing to see this. For Harber, his performance in the Fall League was a continuation of how he ended the regular season."

"Harber didn't make his debut with the Giants organization until Aug. 8 due to a left wrist injury, but over 25 games with High-A Eugene, Harber slashed .333/.454/.644 with seven homers and 24 RBIs. Along with the production, Harber's batted-ball data from the Fall League leaps off the table. According to Prospect Savant, Harber ranked in the 95th percentile of both average exit velocity (94.6 mph) and max exit velocity (114.3 mph)."

Parks Harber produced standout offensive numbers in the Arizona Fall League, hitting .383/.513/.683 with three homers and a 1.196 OPS in 17 games. He followed a strong finish to the regular season, slashing .333/.454/.644 with seven homers and 24 RBIs in 25 games for High-A Eugene after returning from a left wrist injury. Including time in another High-A system, he hit .323 with 13 homers and a .970 OPS over 79 minor-league games last season. Harber's batted-ball data shows elite exit velocities, ranking in the 95th percentile for average and max exit velocity. Development staff praise his all-fields approach, pitch recognition, power, and consistent professional approach at the plate.

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