He was drafted in the 31st round coming out of high school and became a starter at the University of Kentucky right away. In his first season, he slashed .233/.328/.440 with seven homers and 48 strikeouts in 49 games. The next season was his breakout year: He slashed .361/.464/.541, with 10 home runs and 56 strikeouts in 66 games. In what looks to be his final year at Kentucky, he slashed .335/.448/.557 with seven homers and 47 strikeouts in 50 games. A switch hitter with college numbers like this should indicate a first round consensus draft pick, even with questionable defense (Pompey has had only had one assist from the outfield in his career.
2018 MLB Draft Profile: Tristan Pompey
