How are the new Blue Jays prospects from the trade deadline performing so far?

Josh Rivera

Shortstop Josh Rivera was one of two prospects that the Jays received back in the trade of Nate Pearson to the Chicago Cubs. Having struggled throughout this season since moving up to Double-A, Rivera has continued his ongoing slump with the move to New Hampshire. In 12 games, he has put up a dismal .103 batting average, .310 OPS with 2 runs scored, 1 double, 1 RBI, 4 walks and 18 strikeouts. Hopefully after an adjustment period to his new environment, things will get a little better for him.

Yohendrick Pinango

The other prospect coming over in the Pearson trade, outfielder Yohendrick Pinango has been off to a decent start with the Fisher Cats. Pinango has amassed a .250 average, .675 OPS with 5 runs scored, 5 doubles and 6 RBI in 14 games played to date. With just average speed, arm and power, he profiles to be a fourth outfielder in his future.

RJ Schreck

As part of the Justin Turner trade to the Mariners, the Jays got promising outfielder prospect RJ Schreck in return. Known to be a productive power hitter with some speed, his tenure with the Jays’ organization has begun with a sizzling start at New Hampshire. Over 15 games, Schreck has batted a stellar .308 with a 1.025 OPS, along with 10 runs scored, 5 doubles, 1 triple, 3 home runs, 10 RBI and 3 stolen bases. If he keeps hitting like this, it won’t be long before we will see his current No. 28 ranking among Jays’ top prospects make a huge jump upwards in due time.