DJ Layton Showcases Elite Speed and OBP in Pro Debut

Baltimore Orioles utility prospect DJ Layton put together a strong first professional season across A-ball levels, slashing .247/.396/.389 with 73 walks and 32 stolen bases at Low-A before a promotion to High-A Frederick. Showing advanced plate discipline with an 18.8% walk rate and elite speed with 45 total stolen bases, the high-ranking athlete played over 500 innings at shortstop while also logging significant time in center field and at second base.