Andrelton Simmons
Andrelton Simmons | |
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Atlanta Braves – No. 19 | |
Shortstop | |
Born: | September 4, 1989|
Bats: Right Throws: Right |
Andrelton A. Simmons (born September 4, 1989) is a shortstop in the Atlanta Braves organization. He currently plays for the Double-A Mississippi Braves.
Professional career
Simmons was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the second round of the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft out of Western Oklahoma State College.[1]
Prior to the 2012 season, Simmons was the Braves fourth best prospect according to Baseball America.[2] He was ranked 92nd in all of baseball.[3] During spring training he competed with Tyler Pastornicky for the Braves starting shortstop job.[4][5]
On May 30, 2012, the Braves purchased Simmons' contract from the Mississippi Braves, putting him on track for a June 1 Major League debut.[6]
References
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)