Position: Outfield
Height/Weight: 6'3/195
Throws/Bats: Right/Right
Age: 21
Reviewing 2012: Thompson spent 116 of his 136 games this year in High-A with Winston-Salem. Thompson had his best year in his career this year as he batted .254/.325/.486 with the Dash. Thompson enjoyed even more success after being called up to AA Birmingham where he batted .280/.379/.520 in 50 ABs with the Barons. His hot streak ended when he was called up to AAA Charlotte in limited ABs (18). Still, this was an excellent year for Thompson. He showed off his raw strength and athleticism he is known for by belting 25 HRs and stealing 21 bases this year.
Arizona Fall League Preview: White Sox fans will hope that Thompson can continue his career year in the offseason. The thing Thompson needs to work on most is reducing strikeouts and improving his plate discipline. Thompson is very raw and also has a long swing. Although Thompson had a great year hitting the ball, he still had a high K% at around 28% and only had a BB% around 9%. Hopefully Thompson can steadily keep reducing his amount of strikeouts in the AFL.
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