Chris Amador

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Chicago White Sox #26 prospect in 2001
  Drafted in the eighth round of the 2000 draft as a 17-year-old, the Puerto Rican shortstop made a smooth transition to second base. Amador has excellent range and good hands for a second baseman. He immediately took to the pivot from the other side of the bag, doing a nice job turning double plays. He has the potential to develop into an outstanding leadoff or No. 2 hitter and is an outstanding baserunner, tying an Arizona League record with 40 stolen bases last year. He works pitchers deep into the count and bunts well. His power potential is limited, but that's the only real drawback to his game.

Minor League Top Prospects

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  Ranked Arizona Complex League #7 prospect in 2000
  Amador tied an AZL record with 40 stolen bases. He's an aggressive runner who shows no fear on the bases. He also excelled defensively while making the transition from high school shortstop to pro second baseman. "He has outstanding speed," Almaraz said. "He bunts well and can be a nightmare to defend." Defensively, Amador has good hands and range. He turns the double play exceptionally well.

• December, 1999 Scouting Report
  Amador tied an AZL record with 40 stolen bases. He's an aggressive runner who shows no fear on the bases. He also excelled defensively while making the transition from high school shortstop to pro second baseman. "He has outstanding speed," Almaraz said. "He bunts well and can be a nightmare to defend." Defensively, Amador has good hands and range. He turns the double play exceptionally well.