Mariners Minors: Checking in with the Everett AquaSox

Luis Liberato in center field for Everett. (Photo Credit: Brian Helberg)
Luis Liberato – CF
Luis Liberato is an intriguing young center fielder. He went hitless in both of his at bats on Tuesday, but laid down a pair of perfect sacrifice bunts. Liberato looked very comfortable in center field, and showed off a good arm on a couple occasions.
Liberato is a quick twitch athlete, who can do a little bit of everything. He may not be a true 5-tool outfield prospect, but I love his versatility. The 19-year-old has good speed, hits for average and has more pop than you would expect. He is decent defensively, and has the ability to defend all three outfield spots. Liberato is hitting .264 with 4 home runs, 22 RBI’s and 7 steals across 36 games.
The big leagues may still be a long ways off, but Liberato should start 2016 in Clinton with the LumberKings.
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