Daniel Robertson to A's: Video Highlights, Scouting Report and Analysis

Position: 3B

Height/Weight: 6’1”/190 lbs

Bats/Throws: R/R

DOB: 3/22/1994

High School: Upland (Calif.)

College Commitment: UCLA

Daniel Robertson isn’t a sexy draft pick like Richie Shaffer or Joey Gallo. However, given his absurdly good plate discipline as a high school senior, he certainly deserves consideration.

A right-handed hitter, Robertson is a naturally projectable hitter whose abilities at the plate play up due to an approach that’s well beyond his years. He has a polished, short swing that allows him to lace the ball to all fields. Although he’s currently more of a doubles hitter, the UCLA commit has all the ingredients to one day hit for above-average power at the hot corner.

Barely an average runner, he’s extremely agile at third base and takes a great first step. However, it’s his plus arm that stands out, as Robertson throws absolute darts across the diamond that register in the low-90s.

Given his highly advanced approach at the plate, compact, line-drive swing and quiet athleticism, Robertson has the potential to have a Kevin Youkilis-like impact on offense.

One of the main reasons young hitters spend considerable time in the minors is to develop a big-league-ready approach. Robertson, on the other hand, is already ahead of the curve. If he decides to sign and turn pro, he has the potential to reach the major leagues by the end of the 2014 season.

Analysis: The second prep infielder selected by the A's, the team is banking on either him or Addison Russell to stick at short.