• Full name Brandon Emil Phillips
  • Born 06/28/1981 in Raleigh, NC
  • Profile Ht.: 6'0" / Wt.: 211 / Bats: R / Throws: R
  • School Redan
  • Debut 09/13/2002
  • Drafted in the 2nd round (57th overall) by the Washington Nationals in 1999 (signed for $607,000).
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    Brandon Phillips is the best shortstop in the state, though he has his share of detractors. Largely unknown at the start of the year, he is a quality middle infielder with an athletic body, above-average arm and excellent bat speed. He will need to make adjustments at the plate. Like Vince Faison, he has committed to Georgia, but he is considered a relatively easy sign. Those who aren't sold on Phillips say he is just an average runner and does little else.

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  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the National League in 2014
  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the National League in 2013
  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the National League in 2012
  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the National League in 2011
  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the National League in 2010
  • Rated Best Defensive 2B in the International League in 2004
  • Rated Best Infield Arm in the Florida State League in 2001

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