TRACK RECORD: Allen has been well traveled since the Red Sox drafted him in 2015 and signed him to an over-slot deal. He was traded that fall to the Padres as a part of the package for Craig Kimbrel and then reached San Diego in June 2019. A month later, he was traded to Cleveland as a part of the three-team deal that sent Trevor Bauer to the Reds. He spent most of 2020 at the alternate training site, but did get a couple stints in Cleveland out of the bullpen.

SCOUTING REPORT: Allen has a strong frame and a solid four-pitch mix. His fastball velocity ticked up a bit in 2020, averaging 94 mph and regularly reaching 96. His above-average changeup and average slider are his main secondary offerings, and he also will occasionally mix in a fringe-average curveball. He can throw his full arsenal for strikes, but he still needs to refine his command to get the most out of his stuff.

THE FUTURE: Allen's ability to pitch both in the bullpen and rotation is valuable, though he's still looking to establish himself in a role. He'll again be in the mix for a spot on the Indians' staff in 2021.