Phil Avlas
| AB | 1661 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .275 |
| OBP | .346 |
| SLG | .402 |
| HR | 31 |
- Full name Aaron Philip Avlas
- Born 12/17/1982 in Van Nuys, CA
- Profile Ht.: 5'11" / Wt.: 183 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School John F. Kennedy
- Drafted in the 24th round (728th overall) by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2001.
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When the Diamondbacks drafted Avlas in 2001, they intended to sign him as a draft-and-follow but he signed in late August and got a head start on his pro career. Seen as more of an organizational player entering the season, Avlas took a tremendous step forward with the bat in 2004 to establish him as a legitimate prospect. Avlas makes good contact and added power to his game in high Class A, slugging 13 home runs after entering the season with just one career home run as a pro. He's athletic behind the plate and while his arm has average strength, his remarkably quick release and accuracy make him effective against the running game. He has an excellent feel for the game and pitchers love throwing to him. Avlas doesn't offer much more in terms of power projection, and his slight build leaves doubts as to his ability to handle the every day grind of the position. He'll face a big test in Double-A in 2005.
