Brent Abernathy

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Tampa Bay Rays #6 prospect in 2001
  The Blue Jays' second-round draft pick in 1996, Abernathy was the key to the trade that sent pitchers Steve Trachsel and Mark Guthrie to Toronto July 31. He spent the entire season in Triple-A before starring at the Olympics, where he batted .385 and led all players with 15 hits and six doubles in nine games. The sum of Abernathy's game is greater than the individual parts. Though his tools are modest, he has outstanding baseball instincts and does all the little things that lead to success for both himself and his team. Not flashy but always hustling, he's a true second baseman and an effective No. 2 hitter. Abernathy makes excellent contact that helps him hit for average. He's also an above-average basestealer. Scouts who don't rave about Abernathy say he lacks overall athleticism. He's steady with the leather, but his footwork at second could use improvement. He also could draw a few more walks. Abernathy will have the opportunity to win the Devil Rays' starting second-base job in spring training.
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  Ranked Toronto Blue Jays #12 prospect in 1999