Well, we can just call this the deal of disappointments. The 20-year-old Watson was the Marlins’ first-round pick (No. 16 overall) in the 2021 draft, but he’s hit just .234/.331/.412 through his first 157 pro games while striking out 32 percent of the time. He’s also dealt with some injuries, but there’s a lot of boom or bust potential here. The Guardians will now try to see if he can realize his potential.

Watson also drew a walk. The doubles are nice, so is the steal, but the free pass is the big deal here, as that’s the first time he’s gotten on first via base on balls since May 19. Yep, an entire month passed between free passes, and it’s caused Watson to post an ugly 89/10 K/BB ratio in his first full season. The talent is obvious; Watson is a teenager until next April who has the tools to hit for average, power and steal bases. To say that his approach is going to have to get better to reach those lofty heights is an understatement. Fortunately, there’s plenty of time. 

The homer is the sixth of the season for Watson, and the steal gives him six thefts, as well. The 19-year-old started out as hot as possible, and even after going through some struggles over the past few weeks, he's slashing a respectable .260/.308/.521 in his first professional season. There's a ways to go before Watson is ready, but very few players in the minors have as much upside as he offers. 

Watson, 18, has been as impressive as any young prospect in baseball to begin the season. That's already the fourth homer for the 16th pick of last year's draft, and he's slashing .391/.440/1.023 with a steal in six games. That draft position may be a bit misleading; Watson was considered one of the best prospects in the class, but fell due to bonus concerns. Other team's loss is Miami's gain; Watson can contribute in every fantasy category, and is very likely to stay at shortstop. He could be a star when he's ready to roll by the end of the 2024 season -- maybe even sooner.