Drafted in the 9th round (269th overall) by the Kansas City Royals in 2010 (signed for $100,000).
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Merrifield spent most of the season in right field and has experience in the infield and center. He's the best athlete among South Carolina's draft-eligible group, with 6.7-second speed in the 60 and team-highs in 12 home runs and 12 stolen bases. Merrifield earns Ryan Freel comparisons and plays with a swagger that defies his 6-foot, 165-pound frame
Career Transactions
2B Whit Merrifield elected free agency.
Atlanta Braves signed free agent 2B Whit Merrifield.
Philadelphia Phillies released 2B Whit Merrifield.
Philadelphia Phillies signed free agent 2B Whit Merrifield.
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