With the 138th pick in the 2015 draft, the Texas Rangers selected Chad Smith, a lefty center fielder from South Gwinnett High.
He also pitched in high school, posting a 2.88 ERA with 42 strikeouts in 48 2/3 innings his junior year, but the Rangers will likely want him to develop in the outfield.
Smith has good speed and an above-average arm, so there’s a chance he can stay in center field in the pros. He shows promise to hit for both average and power, but some scouts question his hand-eye coordination and plate discipline, according to his ESPN.com scouting report.
Baseball America ranked him the No. 202 draft prospect.
About the Author
Keep Reading
The Latest
Featured
