We are taking a look back at the 2011 season in the Minor Leagues for our European prospects.
Victor Velazquez
Birth Date: 08/26/1992 in Barcelona, Spain
Throws/Bats: Right/Right
Organization: Atlanta Braves
Position: Catcher
2011 Season: It was his second professional season for 19-year-old Spanish catcher Victor Velazquez. He spent the year in the Dominican Summer League, playing for the Atlanta Braves affiliate. He batted .154/.298/.179 with eight runs and five RBI in 36 games behind the plate. He had a 38 percent caught stealing percentage, committed eight errors and was charged with ten passed balls.
Career Stats: 43 GP, 120 PA, 99 AB, 8 R, 6 RBI, 17 BB, 30 SO, AVG .131, OBP .271, SLG .152
Highest Level: Rookie (2010, 2011)
Link to Baseball Reference
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