The Book on Jason Heyward
Prospect Info
Jason Heyward
Born 8/9/1989
OF, ATL
A treasure for the Braves as 2007's 14th overall pick, the left-handed Heyward has been lauded for his developing plate discipline and 30-homer power potential. He could have a future in right field for Atlanta, but with Jeff Francoeur locked in there for a long time to come, it's more likely that he'll go to left field or first base, both positions where the Braves lack a long-term prospect.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (11/18/2008): #11 
Ranking in Baseball America 2008: #28
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: #36
Ranking in MiLB.com Season Preview Unranked
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: #33
Player Updates and Notes
The Braves acquisition of Mark Kotsay from the A's pushes Heyward down a notch on the depth chart. In the absence of other moves, he'll now compete for fourth or fifth OF spot in Spring Training.
1/12/2008 by BallGrrrl
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