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Blue Jays 2016 Top Prospects #28: Deiferson Barreto

The Blue Jays top prospect list marches on with Deiferson Barreto coming in at number 28. The 20-year old Barreto comes in just ahead of pitcher Evan Smith at 29 and outfielder Freddy Rodriguez at 30. We also profiled ten other talented Blue Jays prospects that just missed the cut which you can find in two parts here and here.

Name: Deiferson Barreto
Position: 2B Age:20
Height: 5’10″ Weight: 165lbs
Bats/Throws: R / R
Acquired: International Free Agent (2011)

Barreto’s four-year career in Toronto’s farm system has featured a great deal of consistency, both in competition level and performance.