The MLB Draft is coming up next week on Monday, June 3. Click here for my preview, exploring trends in past A’s drafts. Here’s a profile of one of the more interesting names we could see Oakland choose in the 1st round with the No.29 overall pick.
Maurice Hampton: CF/Memphis University HS (TN)
DOB: 8/1/01
Size: 6’0” 195 – 6’1” 210
Bats/Throws: Right/Right
Stats: UNK
Fangraphs Scouting Grades: (Future Value = 45)
Hit: 20/50 GamePow: 20/55 RawPow: 55/55 Speed: 70/70 Field: 50/60 Arm: 60/60
Pros:
Hampton is an excellent athlete, a two-sport star in high school.