If the Diamondbacks decided to go with a position player rather than a pitcher, Swanson represents the best college option. Let's take a closer look.
- DOB: 11 February 1994 (21)
- 6' 1" / 190 lbs
- SS - RHB
- Vanderbilt
Profile: Swanson represents the best college bat in the draft having batted .348/.440/.617 in his junior year at Vandy. While not possessing the speed of 2014's Trea Turner, Swanson compares favorably to Turner in most other respects, with possibly even better bat skills. Swanson possess both the range and arm to stick at short stop at least as an average defender if not more.
Profile: Swanson represents the best college bat in the draft having batted .348/.440/.617 in his junior year at Vandy. While not possessing the speed of 2014's Trea Turner, Swanson compares favorably to Turner in most other respects, with possibly even better bat skills. Swanson possess both the range and arm to stick at short stop at least as an average defender if not more.