BA Top 10 Pros #6 Kevin Ahrens
6. Kevin Ahrens, 3b Born: April 26, 1989 B-T: B-R Ht: 6-1 Wt: 205
Drafted: HS—Houston, 2007 (1st round). Signed by: Andy Beene.
Background: Ahrens began switch-hitting and hitting for power during his
junior year in high school, putting him on the path to go 16th overall in
the 2007 draft and receive a $1.44 million bonus. He batted just
.230/.339/.321 in the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League in his debut and
struggled in the tough Midwest League in 2008.
Strengths: Though the results have been underwhelming thus far, Ahrens
has an easy swing from both sides of the plate and the patience to wait
for his pitch. His all-fields approach is advanced for a young hitter and
he figures to hit for a decent average with 20-homer power down the line.
His lefty swing has improved to the point where he did more damage from that
side in 2008 than from his natural right side. A converted shortstop, he
has soft hands, good range to both sides and a plus-plus arm.
Weaknesses: Some MWL observers regarded Ahrens' bat speed as no more than
average, though no obvious mechanical flaw handicaps his upside. While he
showed the ability to work counts, he also took a lot of first-pitch
fastballs for strikes. Like Justin Jackson, Ahrens tailed off in the second
half while adjusted to the physical and mental grind of playing every day
for five months. He's a below-average runner but not bad underway.
The Future: It may take him time to develop, but Ahrens' potential as a
hitter and defender place him squarely at the top of the organization's
third-base depth chart. He'll move up to high Class A and play alongside
Jackson again in 2009.
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