• Full name Clark Maures Murphy
  • Born 12/18/1989 in Fallbrook, CA
  • Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 190 / Bats: L / Throws: L
  • School Fallbrook
  • Drafted in the 5th round (153rd overall) by the Texas Rangers in 2008 (signed for $200,000).
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    A UCLA recruit, Murphy first gained widespread attention with his impressive performance at a California high school coaches' showcase in June 2007. He was the top player at that event, along with Kyle Skipworth. During the home run contest at the Aflac Classic last August, Murphy pounded tape-measure shots with wood out of Tony Gwynn Stadium at San Diego State. In the eyes of many scouts, he has regressed since his coming-out party, despite a conditioning program that has left him with a strong, athletic frame that resembles a young Ryan Klesko. He struggled in fall and winter showcases and was hindered by an injured quad muscle. Murphy tends to open up too early in his swing, spinning off the ball. He also has a habit of blocking his hands and getting them almost locked beyond the front edge of the plate. Murphy's speed is below-average, but his arm and glove should be adequate for first base.

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