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Red Sox Draft Surprising Lefty Schaffner | Boston Red Sox News
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The Red Sox shocked everyone by drafting Jake Schaffner, a lefty hitter from UNC, at 20 overall — despite being ranked just 75th by MLB Pipeline. He’s a contact hitter who hits all over the field, led D1 in triples with 13 last season, and stole bases with near-perfect success. A two-year transfer from North Dakota State, Schaffner brings elite plate discipline, speed, and solid defense at shortstop — though some scouts think he’s better suited for second base at the pro level. At 6’2”, 175 lbs, he slashed .356/.450/.550 with 19 doubles, 6 homers, and 50 RBIs last year. A surprising pick for Boston — can his bat translate to the big leagues?
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