Branden Kaupe
| AB | 237 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .186 |
| OBP | .304 |
| SLG | .203 |
| HR | 0 |
- Full name Branden Kaupe
- Born 04/10/1994 in Wailuku, HI
- Profile Ht.: 5'7" / Wt.: 175 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Henry Perrine Baldwin
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Drafted in the 4th round (140th overall) by the New York Mets in 2012 (signed for $225,000).
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Kaupe may be the shortest player in this year's draft. He's listed at 5-foot-7, but some believe he's actually a few inches shorter. Kaupe's best tool is his speed. He's a plus runner and may even be a 70 on the 20-80 scouting scale. Kaupe fits best defensively at second base and has good hands and solid-average arm strength. A switch-hitter, Kaupe has excellent bat control and strike-zone awareness. He will be a singles hitter, but does have some gap power and pullside loft. With a commitment to Central Arizona JC, Kaupe was considered signable and should agree to a below-slot deal.
