Brooks Lee (born 2001) is an American professional baseball shortstop in the Minnesota Twins organization. He played collegiate baseball for the Stanford Cardinal, where he was recognized for his defensive abilities and contributed offensively as a contact hitter. The Twins selected Lee in the second round (65th overall) of the 2022 Major League Baseball draft. Following the draft, he began his professional career in the Twins’ minor‑league system, debuting with the Florida Complex League Twins and later advancing to the Single‑A Fort Myers Mighty Mussels. Lee bats and throws right‑handed.
Early life and education
Lee grew up in the United States and attended high school in California, where he was rated among the top high‑school shortstop prospects nationally. He enrolled at Stanford University and, after redshirting his freshman year, became the Cardinal’s starting shortstop.
College career
During his tenure at Stanford, Lee was noted for his defensive skill set, including range and arm strength, and earned Pac‑12 Conference honors. He posted a career batting average above .260 and demonstrated plate discipline, recording more walks than strikeouts in his final season.
Professional career
After being drafted by Minnesota in 2022, Lee signed a contract and was assigned to the organization’s rookie‑level affiliate. He later received a promotion to Single‑A, where he continued to develop his defensive repertoire and adapt to professional pitching. As of the 2024 season, he remains in the Twins’ minor‑league system, with prospects of advancing to higher levels pending performance and organizational needs.
Playing style
Lee is characterized as a contact‑oriented hitter with a focus on line‑drive production and a disciplined approach at the plate. Defensively, he is recognized for a quick glove, strong throwing arm, and ability to make plays in the infield.
Personal life
Lee has maintained a low public profile, and limited personal information is available beyond his baseball career.
