The Book on Engel Beltre

Prospect Info

Engel Beltre
Born 11/1/1989
OF, TEX

Stolen from the Red Sox when the Rangers shipped Eric Gagne, Beltre is now one of the Rangers' best power prospects. Playing in rookie ball at 17, Beltre ate up opposing pitchers, homering nine times in only 209 at bats. He looked overmatched once promoted to Spokane (level A), however, with a small-sample line of .211/.250/.211. He's so young, though, that one can't read too much into his success or struggles just yet. His value comes from his raw toolset, which is substantial.

Beltre has a strong arm but only average range, making him a natural right-fielder. He has a smooth swing that might be a bit long, which means at higher levels, he may be vulnerable to tight fastballs or offspeed pitches away, but his power projects well and he has the right kind of attitude to keep learning and adjusting as he grows. He's a nice longshot slugger or deep keeper.

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