- John Valente was drafted by the Tigers in the 21st round in 2018 out of St. Johns.
- Valente has been leading off lately for the Whitecaps and can play multiple infield positions.
- Valente has struck out just 9 times in 143 at-bats so far this season for the Whitecaps.
- Valente was 2-3 with a walk Monday, as West Michigan lost at home to Bowling Green.

The 21st round draft pick out of St. Johns has waled more than he has struck out this season

Posted at 11:04 PM, May 20, 2019
and last updated 2019-05-20 23:05:00-04
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