Ranking The Padres Top 20 Prospects: Numbers 20-16

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Dustin Peterson was drafted in the 2^nd round of the 2013 First-Year Player Draft out of Gilber HS (Gilbert, AZ). Peterson’s is the younger brother of D.J. Peterson who was chosen 12^th overall in the same year by the Seattle Mariners

Peterson has spent his first full season at Single-A Fort Wayne where he owns a triple slash line of .238/.280/.369. His scouting report has him with possessing quick hands, above-average bat speed, and keeps the bat head in the zone for an extended period of time. He will continue to progress at the plate as he is only 19-years-old and will mature physically. However, he does lack on the defensive side of the ball; he has already been moved from shortstop to third base. He has the power, bat speed, and the long golden locks to be Khalil Greene 2.0.

I project Peterson to evolve into a player that can be a hitter to hit in the 6 spot that can drive in runs and put together strong at bats and be a strong supporting player.

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