Jarod Rine

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Baltimore Orioles #22 prospect in 2005
  The Orioles drafted Rine out of West Virginia and signed him for $70,000 on the recommendation of scout Marc Tramuta, who now works as an area scout for the Blue Jays. He shared Big East Conference player of the year honors with Notre Dame righthander Chris Niesel in 2003 after a breakout year when he batted .418. His only above-average tool is his speed, but scouts say he's the kind of player who grows on them after extended viewing. He's a lefthanded hitter with strength, but he'll have to refine his swing to become a better offensive threat with a wood bat. That would also allow him to add power. He has shown good plate discipline but could actually stand to be more aggressive. His speed not only allows him to steal bases, but also allows him to cover a lot of ground in the outfield. He also has a good arm and can definitely handle center field. He'll move up to high Class A in 2004, and his bat will determine if he's a potential starter or an extra outfielder.