"He is a top-of-the-order guy, energetic, athletic, good swing, top-of-the-chart runner, very good center fielder, very good makeup, very good family," Rangers scouting director Kipp Fagg said. "We were very excited to get him with this pick."
The Draft continues Tuesday with Rounds 3-10. The MLB.com preview show begins at 11:30 a.m. CT, with exclusive coverage of Rounds 3-10 beginning at 12 p.m. CT.
Jenkins has committed to the University of North Carolina-Wilmington but, like first-round pick Dillon Tate, he appears to ready to sign quickly with the Rangers.
"This means a lot to me," Jenkins said.