Coming out of high school, left handed outfielder Jordan Danks was projected to be a first round pick like his older brother, John, a pitcher now with the White Sox. However, since he informed teams of his strong commitment to the University of Texas, he wasn't chosen until the 19th round. The 6'5" 205 pound junior possesses exceptional speed and a line drive stroke at the plate. Although he's only accumulated 6 home runs in his first two years at school, expect Danks to bust out this season and start hitting the ball with more authority.
A highly touted freshman, Danks was named a Pre Season All American even before he played his first college game. He hit .319 with 2 homers and 7 doubles while tying the UT record for triples with five. On the basepaths, he was a perfect 7 for 7 in stolen bases. That summer, he had a successful stint in the M.I.N.K. League, batting .394 with 8 doubles, 7 HR's, and 11 SB's.
As a sophomore at UT, Danks hit .332 with 17 doubles and 63 runs. He walked 47 times and was perfect in 19 stolen base attempts. In 62 starts in the outfield he did not commit an error. Chosen to play for the US National Team, Jordan hit .287 with wood. Batting leadoff, he collected 4 doubles, 2 triples, and 2 home runs. On the basepaths, he was 5-6 in stolen base attempts.
Danks profiles as an outstanding center fielder with plus athletic ability and great speed. If his power develops into his strong 6'5" frame, there is no question he will be the top outfielder in the nation.
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A highly touted freshman, Danks was named a Pre Season All American even before he played his first college game. He hit .319 with 2 homers and 7 doubles while tying the UT record for triples with five. On the basepaths, he was a perfect 7 for 7 in stolen bases. That summer, he had a successful stint in the M.I.N.K. League, batting .394 with 8 doubles, 7 HR's, and 11 SB's.
As a sophomore at UT, Danks hit .332 with 17 doubles and 63 runs. He walked 47 times and was perfect in 19 stolen base attempts. In 62 starts in the outfield he did not commit an error. Chosen to play for the US National Team, Jordan hit .287 with wood. Batting leadoff, he collected 4 doubles, 2 triples, and 2 home runs. On the basepaths, he was 5-6 in stolen base attempts.
Danks profiles as an outstanding center fielder with plus athletic ability and great speed. If his power develops into his strong 6'5" frame, there is no question he will be the top outfielder in the nation.
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