Prospect Preview: Brett Lawrie, 2B

Brett Lawrie is one of the Roadrunners' top prospects and could earn a job at second base as early as 2012. Lawrie, a native of Langley, B.C., was recently named to the Major League Baseball's 2011 list of Top Prospects at #28. He was the only Canadian to make the list.

Lawrie was a member of the 2008 Canadian Olympic Baseball team, and represented Canada in the 2009 World Cup. In 2010, he hit .285 with eight home runs, 63 RBI, and 30 steals in the minors.

The 2011 Roadrunner infield includes the likes of Mark Ellis, Mark Aviles, and Aramis Ramirez. However, with Ramirez playing the last year of his 10-year contract, 2012 could open up a part-time position for Lawrie to get his feet wet.

I fully expect to see progress made by Lawrie in the minors this season, and am hopeful that he will play his way into a utility role for us next season. Yes, he's been groomed in the minors as a second baseman, but some time at third is not out of the question. We want him to continue to improve, especially on the defensive side.

Official 2011 Outlook
Remain under contract in the CAL Amateur League System.