Drafted in the 6th round (171st overall) by the Colorado Rockies in 2002.
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Barker turned down $150,000 as 46th-round pick of the Blue Jays last year and is in line for a bigger bonus in 2002. He's a potential five-tool player with a pro body (6-foot-3, 225 pounds). He ran a 6.45-second 60-yard dash on a track, and he has arm strength to go with this speed, making him a tremendous right fielder. The Bakersfield (Calif.) JC product has hit for average but has shown much more power in batting practice than in games. If he can produce offensively, he'll play in the major leagues.
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Rated Best Outfield Arm in the Colorado Rockies in 2007
Rated Best Defensive Outfielder in the Colorado Rockies in 2007
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