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ELI WHITE, SHORTSTOP
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| Born: June 26, 1994 Height: 6’3″ Weight: 180 Bats: Right Throws: Right Drafted: 37th Round, 1117th Overall, 2015 How Acquired: Draft College: Clemson Agent: N/A |
PROFILE |
| White is a draft-eligible sophomore, who was selected in 26th round in 2013 by the Cincinnati Reds. As a freshman, he saw very limited playing time, then took over at shortstop in 2015 and hit .297/.380/.405 in 61 games. He began the year hitting at the bottom of the batting order, but worked his way to the lead-off spot by mid-season. White is athletic in the field, has plus range and a strong arm. He is known for his glove, but the bat played well this season, so he could be hard to sign unless the Pirates are willing to go over his $100,000 slot. Baseball America ranked him 241st in their top 500 and they believe he could develop into a serviceable bat, with an above-average glove. |
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CONTRACT INFORMATION
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| 2015: Minor League Contract |
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PLAYER INFORMATION
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| Signing Bonus: MiLB Debut: MLB Debut: MiLB FA Eligible: 2021 MLB FA Eligible: Rule 5 Eligible: Added to 40-Man: Options Remaining: 3 MLB Service Time: 0.000 |
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TRANSACTIONS
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| June 8, 2013: Drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 26th round, 795th overall pick. June 10, 2015: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 37th round, 1117th overall pick. |
