Jordan Schafer was supposed to be a star in the Atlanta Braves outfield. While he made a six-year MLB career out of solid defense, a strong arm and smart base running, he didn’t exactly fulfill the prophesy of prospectors.
Here’s a look at the life and times of Schafer.
Jordan Schafer’s big 2007 propels him to the top
The Braves selected Schafer in the third round of the 2005 MLB draft out of high school in Florida. He was primarily a pitcher in high school, but the Braves liked his strong arm and contact skills and transitioned him to the outfield.