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Kenley hits 1st professional HR after signing with Tigers

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas infielder Jack Kenley signed with the Detroit Tigers on Sunday and began his professional career Monday with a big game for the Detroit Tigers' West team in the Gulf Coast League.

Kenley went 3-for-4 with a home run, 2 RBI and 4 runs scored hitting out of the leadoff spot. Kenley played second base in the field.

Drafted in the eighth round with the 232nd pick overall, Kenley signed an offer worth $135,000, according to MLB's draft tracker.

That signing bonus was lower than the suggested value of $181,200 for his place in the draft.