Under the Radar details players in the Chicago White Sox system who may have suffered setbacks, gotten lost in the shuffle, or just haven’t surfaced as significant prospects as of yet. Next up is Blake Battenfield, who has provided impressive results since being drafted in 2017’s 17th round.
Blake Battenfield (RHRP) Winston-Salem Dash
Blake Battenfield, a resident of Tulsa, remained in his native state to play collegiate ball with the Oklahoma State Cowboys. His first three years were primarily spent in the bullpen, where he crafted for a respectable 2.60 ERA and 1.