The Boston Red Sox selected OF Andrew Benintendi out of Arkansas with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2015 draft.
Benintendi stands 5’10″ and weighs 170 lbs., and has a lethal combination of power and speed. Here’s MLB.com‘s scouting report of Benintendi:
Teams who like college hitters who perform, especially in competitive conferences, will undoubtedly be giving Benintendi a long look at Arkansas. The Razorbacks' Draft-eligible sophomore has certainly raised his stock with his performance at the plate this spring. The outfielder has a smooth swing from the left side of the plate, showing the ability to consistently barrel up balls and make consistently hard contact. Not known for his power previously, the Cincinnati native has added some strength and was among the nation's leaders in home runs this season. Benintendi has plus speed, which should allow him to be a basestealing threat and stick in center field. Benintendi does have some leverage as a sophomore, but most around Little Rock feel he's going to be drafted early enough to forego his junior season at Arkansas.
Benintendi was named Collegiate Baseball's National Player of the Year this season, becoming the first Razorback to win the award.
Follow our Boston Red Sox team page for all the latest Red Sox news and rumors!
Back to the Boston Red Sox Newsfeed