The Mets selected an outfielder from Oklahoma State as their first round draft pick.
The 21-year-old Oklahoma State product was a two-way player during his time in college, but has since put a greater focus on his hitting. It is expected that he will continue this focus at the professional level., was considered one of the best hitters available when the Mets picked him up; MLB.com profiled Benge's hitting prowess as an elite combination of bat-to-ball skills and raw power. This is shown in his 55 scouting grades in both areas.Benge's MLB.
Of course, it's impossible to ignore Benge's two-way player status; last year, he was a semifinalist for the John Olerud Award for the best two-way player in college. Boasting a mid-90s fastball along with a slider and changeup, Benge is capable as a pitcher, but personally prefers hitting.
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