AB 2136
AVG .259
OBP .345
SLG .424
HR 74
  • Full name Matthew James Whitney
  • Born 02/13/1984 in West Palm Beach, FL
  • Profile Ht.: 6'3" / Wt.: 215 / Bats: R / Throws: R
  • School Palm Beach Gardens
  • Drafted in the 1st round (33rd overall) by the Cleveland Guardians in 2002 (signed for $1,125,000).
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    Whitney was surging into the first round as the draft approached. He's a candidate for the Angels at the No. 12 pick, and at 6-foot-4 he's built along the lines of Troy Glaus, though he doesn't make as much contact or have as quick a bat. The Phillies, shopping for a replacement for Scott Rolen, are interested in Whitney at No. 17. He has a sweet swing, big-time power and a solid approach to hitting. He reminds some scouts of David Wright, a Mets supplemental first-rounder in 2001, with not quite the same strength. Another Clemson signee, Whitney is an athletic third baseman with a strong, accurate arm and steady hands. He began his high school career as a first baseman and outfielder, but there's no doubt he can handle the hot corner.

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  • Rated Best Infield Arm in the Cleveland Guardians in 2006

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