Braves outfield prospect Patrick Clohisy has shown strong plate discipline early in the Arizona Fall League, raising his on-base percentage and making an impression in limited action.
Patrick Clohisy off to a Strong Start for Braves
The Arizona Fall League is barely underway, but Atlanta Braves outfielder Patrick Clohisy has already made a strong early impression. Through three games with Glendale, the 2024 11th-round pick has consistently reached base, hitting .273 with a .429 on-base percentage.
That .429 OBP stands out. It’s over 100 points higher than his .328 mark from Double-A Mississippi, even though his batting average is nearly identical (.273 vs. .270). He’s already drawn three walks in three games, compared to just 11 in 39 Double-A contests, a sign of improved plate discipline that could make a difference as he continues to develop.
He hasn’t shown much power yet, but his slugging percentage aligns with his minor league trends, which have leaned toward contact and athleticism over raw pop.
Clohisy entered the AFL as an unranked Braves prospect, but the 22-year-old from St. Louis has taken advantage of the opportunity to get on the organizational radar. Atlanta signed him for $150,000 after selecting him in the 11th round of the 2024 MLB Draft out of St. Louis University.
Other Braves Notes from the Arizona Fall League
Jhancarlos Lara, Atlanta’s No. 21 prospect per MLB Pipeline, made his AFL debut with a scoreless inning for Glendale. He allowed two walks but no hits, showing flashes of his high-upside fastball-slider combo that’s drawn internal buzz despite ongoing command issues.
Lara earned his first MLB call-up in late 2025 but did not appear in a game. His AFL work will give Atlanta another chance to refine his control and evaluate whether his future lies in the back end of the bullpen.
Right-hander Cory Wall endured a rough first outing, surrendering two runs on two hits, two walks, and a hit batsman while striking out one. The 25-year-old will look to settle down as the season continues.
Infielder Jim Jarvis had a productive start in his lone appearance, going 1-for-3 with an RBI, a walk, and a stolen base in two attempts. Jarvis swiped only six bags in 2025 after joining the Braves organization, but tallied 25 steals across 101 games in 2024, suggesting that Atlanta may be emphasizing aggressiveness on the bases during Fall League play.
What’s Next
With just a handful of games in the books, it’s early in the Arizona Fall League slate, but the Braves will be monitoring Clohisy closely. If he continues to show improvement in on-base skills, he could emerge as one of the more pleasant surprises among Atlanta’s secondary prospect tier this offseason.
