Bryce Miller of the San Diego Union-Tribune profiles just turned 17-year-old catching prospect Ethan Salas:

Salas seems unruffled by what surely is coming his way, health pending, by leaps and brisk bounds as he begins the climb on baseball’s ladder. His muted confidence is revealed in the way he strolls to the plate. Instead of cockiness, however, he displays bedrock focus.

In a short conversation, he mentioned the crucial importance of being a professional in all aspects his potential rocket-ship ride multiple times. His mature approach to the game undoubtedly was mined from his father and brother, a grandfather and uncle, all who who played in the minor leagues.

“This is my life,” said Salas, when asked why he’s where he is so soon. “This is all I do all day. Baseball isn’t only skills. You have to have a good makeup and be a professional. A lot of 16-year-olds are either in the Dominican or rookie ball in Arizona. I think I’m here because I’ve shown that, like, I’m a man. I know how to behave, on the field, off the field. I’m a leader.”

SanDiegoUnionTribune.com

Interestingly, the article mentions his .214 BA, but neglects his eleven walks and .370 OBP. That’s a mature skill which fits in much better with the rest of the story.