Multiple sources believe the Reds are the favorites to sign 21-year-old Cuban shortstop Alfredo Rodriguez, who has an excellent glove but a light bat and is subject to the international bonus pools. At 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, Rodriguez won the rookie of the year award in Serie Nacional this past season, though he likely only won it because outfielder Yusniel Diaz had left the country before they announced the winner. A righthanded hitter, Rodriguez batted .265/.301/.283 with 11 walks and 38 strikeouts in 304 plate appearances for La Isla de la Juventud, showing limited on-base skills or power, though he is a plus runner.
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