5/25/10

New Met - IF - Justin Turner

Justin Turner


Positions: 2B-325, 3B-32, SS-31, OF-8, 1B-1

Full Name: Justin M. Turner

Born: Nov 23,1984 in Long Beach, California

Height: 5-11 Weight: 180 Bats: Right Throws: Right

High School: Mayfair (Lakewood, California) "Monsoons"

College: Cal State Fullerton

Contract: Signed 1-year, $400,000 contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Mar 9,2010.

Drafted: Selected by Cincinnati Reds in 7th Round (204th overall) of 2006 amateur entry draft (June-Reg) (Signing Bonus: $50,000)



2006:  Cincy - Rookie Ball: -  .338/ .411/ .511/ 922 
2007   Dayton    A Ball -        .311/ .374/ .446/ 820

2008 Sarasota   A+ Ball  -     .316/ .384/ .390/ 774

          Chattanooga  AA  -    .289/ .359/ .432/ 791

2009 Norfolk  AAA Ball  -  .300/ .362/ .388/ 750

Minor League Totals - 4 Seasons -   .307/ .373/ .430/ 803


Scouting Report


Assets Shows plate discipline, hits a lot of doubles, has decent speed and will drive in runs when given the opportunity. Displays a solid glove and the ability to play several infield positions.

Flaws Doesn't stand out in any one particular area. Needs a little work on his base-running as a potential top-of-the-order type.

Career Potential Reserve infielder.

AwardsMidwest League (A) - All-Star TeamPioneer League (R) - All-Star Team

April 12, 2010 - The Baltimore Orioles have moved second baseman to the DL and have recalled Justin Turner to take his place on the 25 man roster, reports the Baltimore Sun.  Turner was acquired by the Orioles as a part of the Ramon Hernandez trade before the 2009 season. Last year at Triple-A Norfolk, the 24-year-old Turner hit .300/.362/.388 and has never hit more than 10 home runs during any minor league season. He saw time at short stop and third base in addition to his primary second base position, and could serve as the Orioles backup infielder/utility man now that Roberts' injury has forced Julio Lugo into everyday duties.

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