The Book on Roger Kieschnick

Prospect Info

Roger Kieschnick
Born 1/21/1987
OF, SF

A lefty-hitting corner outfielder, Giant prospect Roger Kieschnick is a potential five-tool talent with both power and speed potential, and it's not at all surprising that he shares his nickname ('Hawk') with Hall of Famer Andre Dawson. In the field he's a giant with deceptive speed, a highlight-reel daredevil without any detectable fear of walls or other barriers. He's got above-average range which should improve as he polishes his routes and jumps, and an arm that has moments of true cannon-power. He's grappled with an awkward swing at times, but it hasn't hindered him much to date: three years of .300 hitting at Texas Tech were matched by his pro debut at high-A San Jose, where he raked .296/.345/.532 with 23 home runs in his very first taste of professional baseball. The Giants are pushing Kieschnick quickly, which means you'd better learn how to spell it before 2011 rolls around.

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