2025 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 24: Alexander Albertus

Did the Good Guys snag a steal in the Kopech deal?

Alexander Albertus
Third Baseman
6´1´´
176 pounds
Age: 20
First appearance among the South Side Sox Top 100 prospects
2024 High Level Rancho Cucamonga (Low-A)
Age relative to high level -2.1 years
SSS rank among all third baseman in the system 2
Overall 2024 stats 51 games ⚾️ 3 HR ⚾️ 42 RBI ⚾️ .298/.420/.409 ⚾️ 37 BB ⚾️ 35 K ⚾️ 2-of-6 (33%) CS ⚾️ .955 FLD% ⚾️ 1.5 Simple WAR

The White Sox acquired Alexander Albertus from the Los Angeles Dodgers in the July 2024 three-way trade that sent reliever Michael Kopech to the Boys in Blue. Born in Aruba, the Dodgers signed the young infielder when he was only 17.

Now 20, Albertus is still in the early stages of his professional baseball career. He’s shown a knack for getting on base, consistently posting high on-base percentages since his debut. While not known for power, he does have the ability to knock a few over the fence, but it’s really his contact skills and plate discipline that make him an intriguing prospect.

Albertus has experience playing multiple infield positions, including third, short, and second, which adds to his versatility and value, although he is a pretty average fielder at all spots. He played most of his games at third last season, where he amassed a .966 FLD%.

Albertus started the 2024 season in the ACL, where he absolutely dominated, slashing .342/.479/.460 with a .938 OPS, including 27 walks in 32 games. Based on his performance in Arizona, the Blue Crew promoted the infielder to their Low-A affiliate in late June, where he didn’t fare quite as well. He hit only .229/.317/.329 with a .646 OPS over 19 contests.

Albertus’ Baseball Cube player ratings
Contact 92
Hitting 91
RBIs 79
Durability 54
Speed 52
Runs 32
Power 35
XBH 23
Average 57.25

Unfortunately, Albertus also suffered a leg injury just before the trade, ultimately ending his season. At the time, the team described the injury as a stress reaction in his left tibia. They believed that rest and rehabilitation would be enough for him to recover, but he ended up undergoing surgery in November to reset the fracture. The Sox expect him to be completely healthy for the 2025 season.

Looking ahead, Albertus could potentially develop into a valuable utility player for the South Siders. His ability to play multiple positions, coupled with his strong on-base skills, could make him a key contributor off the bench or even a starter down the line. As he continues to gain experience and refine his skills, Albertus will be one to watch as he moves through the farm system. He likely starts with Low-A Kannapolis and could move to Winston-Salem mid-season with a solid performance at Kanny.

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2025 South Side Sox Top 100 White Sox Prospects
24. Alexander Albertus, 3B
25. Wilfred Veras, RF
26. Seth Keener, RHSP
27. William Bergolla, 2B
28. Samuel Zavala, CF
29. Peyton Pallette, RHRP
30. Jake Eder, LHSP
31. Juan Carela, RHSP
32. Javier Mogollón, SS
33. Nick McLain, RF
34. Ronny Hernandez, C
35. Casey Saucke, RF
36. Eric Adler, RHRP
37. Rikuu Nishida, 2B
38. Shane Smith, RHSP
39. Tim Elko, 1B
40. Zach DeLoach, LF
41. Riley Gowens, RHSP
42. Prelander Berroa, RHRP
43. Sam Antonacci, 2B
44. Adisyn Coffey, RHRP
45. Jarold Rosado, RHRP
46. Ryan Galanie, 1B
47. Trey McGough, LHRP
48. Ricardo Brizuela, RHSP
49. Lucas Gordon, LHSP
50. Aaron Combs, RHRP (traded to Phillies on January 1)
51. DJ Gladney, RF
52. Abraham Núñez, CF
53. Andre Lipcius, 1B
54. Shawn Goosenberg, 1B
55. Caden Connor, 1B
56. Mario Camilletti, 2B
57. Jake Peppers, RHSP
58. Ryan Burrowes, SS
59. Garrett Schoenle, LHRP
60. Jackson Appel, C
61. Tommy Vail, LHSP
62. Bryce Collins, RHRP
63. Tanner McDougal, RHSP
64. Stiven Flores, C
65. T.J. McCants, CF
66. Gil Luna, LHRP
67. Fraser Ellard, LHRP
68. Zach Franklin, RHRP
69. Drew Dalquist, RHRP
70. Nick Altermatt, RHRP
71. Carson Jacobs, RHRP
72. Alec Makarewicz, 1B
73. Jacob Burke, CF
74. Calvin Harris, C
75. Terrell Tatum, CF
76. Phil Fox, RHRP
77. Reudis Diaz, RHSP
78. Jurdrick Profar, SS
79. Drew McDaniel, RHSP
80. Michael Turner, C
81. Caleb Freeman, RHRP
82. Braden Shewmake, SS (designated for assignment on January 1, claimed by Royals)
83. Connor McCullough, RHSP
84. Shane Murphy, LHSP
85. Mikey Kane, 1B
86. Daniel González, LHRP
87. Wes Kath, 3B
88. Pierce George, RHRP
89. Tristan Stivors, RHRP
90. Anthony Hoopii-Tuionetoa, RHRP
91. Chase Plymell, RHRP
92. Eddie Park, CF
93. Loidel Chapelli, 2B
94. Adam Hackenberg, C
95. Adrian Gil, 1B
96. Jared Kelley, RHRP
97. Lyle Miller-Green, 1B
98. Marcelo Alcala, RF
99. Drake Logan, LF
100. Cole McConnell, CF