MLB Draft Scouting Report: Trea Turner

Bio

Position: Shortstop

School: North Carolina State

Height/Weight: 6-1, 170 pounds

Age: 20

Bats: Right; Throws: Right

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Overview

Considered by most to be the next-best shortstop in the draft after Nick Gordon, Turner possesses game-changing speed at a premium position. A converted third baseman with two years of college experience at shortstop, Turner projects to be an average fielder with good range and an average arm. 

Turner's lack of upside at the plate leaves some to be desired, despite leading NC State in home runs and on-base percentage. An All-ACC first team selection, Turner’s speed (26 steals in 30 attempts) gives him a chance to be a leadoff hitter in the pros.

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