Jack Reinheimer Stats & Scouting Report

AB	18
AVG	.167
OBP	.304
SLG	.167
HR	0

Full name John Patrick Reinheimer
Born 07/19/1992 in Charlotte, NC
Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 185 / Bats: R / Throws: R
School East Carolina
Debut 08/01/2017
Drafted in the 5th round (147th overall) by the Seattle Mariners in 2013 (signed for $327,600).

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The 2013 draft class is lacking in shortstops, particularly college shortstops, so one player that stands to benefit is Reinheimer. He's a good athlete who should get a chance to stay at short, though some scouts aren't convinced that he'll make it long-term. He has first-step quickness and is a solid runner with a good arm, though some scouts see his ceiling as that of a utility player. The concern is with his bat, as he was hitting .278/.367/.354 this season and hasn't shown much punch throughout his career, collecting just 29 extra-base in nearly three three seasons. He fits as a sixth-rounder but will likely go much earlier because of position scarcity.

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Organization Prospect Rankings

One of four players acquired from the Mariners in 2015 when Arizona traded Mark Trumbo, Reinheimer completed his first full season in the Diamondbacks organization by being added to the 40-man roster after a solid year at Triple-A Reno. He has a ceiling as a major league utility infielder, but that's also his floor. He projects to have a long career as a capable backup. A hard-nosed, scrappy player, Reinheimer is a below-average hitter with little home run power, though his 37 extra-base hits at Reno indicate he may have enough pop to earn pitchers' respect. He gets in trouble at the plate by expanding his strike zone, which leads to higher-than-desired strikeout totals. An above-average runner, Reinheimer led Reno with 20 stolen bases and has swiped a total of 98 bags over four minor league seasons. Defensively, he plays fast and with great timing and rhythm to his game. His instincts are good, his hands are solid-average and he has an above-average arm. Reinheimer will go to spring training with a shot at a big league role as a reserve infielder but may wind up back at Reno to wait his turn.
Reinheimer began his career in the Mariners organization after being drafted from East Carolina in the fifth round in 2013. Seattle traded him to the Diamondbacks two years later, in June 2015, as one of four players they used to acquire Mark Trumbo from Arizona. Reinheimer profiles best as a utility player who consistently plays above his tools. He is a reliable defender at both shortstop and second base, with good footwork and instincts and an average, accurate arm. He's a patient hitter who puts together good at-bats, but a lack of strength limits his bat speed and leaves him with very little power. Reinheimer is an above-average runner who has swiped 78 bases in three seasons, including 21 in 27 tries in 2015. After a full season at the Double-A level and a second straight year in the Arizona Fall League, Reinheimer should be ready to move to Triple-A Reno in 2016. Scouts are certain that he has a major league future, with his first callup on the horizon.
Evaluators around baseball generally believe it's difficult to find a true shortstop from the four-year college ranks, where players can play the position reliably but are thought to lack the range and athleticism teams desire. The Mariners have bucked that belief and it has paid off, for they have Chris Taylor and Brad Miller, a pair of college shortstops, splitting the job in Seattle. Reinheimer could add to that trend. He has an average arm and average range, but he's an extremely steady defender with good footwork and an excellent internal clock. To avoid a utility profile, Reinheimer will have to show more pop. He needs to add upper-body strength, because he has virtually no power. He does a good job of slapping the ball to the opposite field, but he lacks the bat speed to do much more. He does have a tick above-average speed. Reinheimer most likely ends up as a steady utility player whose bat limits him from a larger role. He will move to high Class A Bakersfield in 2015.
The Mariners seem to have a production line of scrappy middle infielders with middling power who draw raves for their baseball IQ. Reinheimer is the latest in that line after being drafted in the fifth round in 2013 and signing for $327,600. The shortstop doesn't have one clearly above-average tool, though he opened eyes by stealing 18 bases in 66 games last season at short-season Everett. However, the stolen bases are more a result of instincts than pure speed, because he is just a tick-above-average runner. Reinheimer also is a solid defender at shortstop despite having average range, hands and arm. He makes all the routine plays and has an accurate arm as well as a good internal clock. The big question is whether he will hit enough to play in the major leagues. He doesn't have a lot of pop or make consistent contact, though he does show a willingness to take a walk. Reinheimer will spend 2014 at low Class A Clinton.

Draft Prospects

The 2013 draft class is lacking in shortstops, particularly college shortstops, so one player that stands to benefit is Reinheimer. He's a good athlete who should get a chance to stay at short, though some scouts aren't convinced that he'll make it long-term. He has first-step quickness and is a solid runner with a good arm, though some scouts see his ceiling as that of a utility player. The concern is with his bat, as he was hitting .278/.367/.354 this season and hasn't shown much punch throughout his career, collecting just 29 extra-base in nearly three three seasons. He fits as a sixth-rounder but will likely go much earlier because of position scarcity.

Minor League Top Prospects

Reinheimer proved to a solid shortstop who makes almost all the routine plays plus a few flashy ones. He also has good speed?he tied for sixth in the league with 18 steals in 23 attempts?and a solid approach at the plate, drawing walks and working deep counts. He ranked fourth in NWL with 39 runs scored. ?He?s very smart and smooth defensively,? Hillsboro?s Vicente said. ?He has good range, but more than that he knows how to cheat. He moves to the left or right and always seems to be where the ball goes.? Vancouver?s McCullough, like Reinheimer an East Carolina product, compares him with Twins second baseman Brian Dozier for his steady defense and ability to hit. ?He?s the kind of guy you?d like to have on your team,? he said.

Career Transactions

Tennessee Smokies released SS Jack Reinheimer.
SS Jack Reinheimer assigned to Tennessee Smokies from Iowa Cubs.
SS Jack Reinheimer assigned to Iowa Cubs.
Chicago Cubs signed free agent SS Jack Reinheimer to a minor league contract.
Gastonia Honey Hunters placed SS Jack Reinheimer on the temporarily inactive list.
Northwest Arkansas Naturals purchased SS Jack Reinheimer from Gastonia Honey Hunters.
Northwest Arkansas Naturals purchased SS Jack Reinheimer from Gastonia Honey Hunters.
Aguilas de Mexicali placed SS Jack Reinheimer on the reserve list.