Kevin Barker
| AB | 285 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .249 |
| OBP | .328 |
| SLG | .354 |
| HR | 6 |
- Full name Kevin Stewart Barker
- Born 07/26/1975 in Bristol, VA
- Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 195 / Bats: L / Throws: L
- School Virginia Tech
- Debut 08/19/1999
- Drafted in the 3rd round (73rd overall) by the Milwaukee Brewers in 1996.
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Background: Barker has knocked in runs at every stop. "He really wants it and he's going to get it," scouting director Ken Califano said of Barker's desire to succeed. An outfielder in college, Barker has shown dramatic improvement defensively since being told first base was his future. Strengths: Beyond his fierce determination and work ethic, Barker has power to all fields and a knack for getting runners in. That RBI prowess has moved him quickly through the system. Weaknesses: Barker still struggles at times against lefthanded pitching. He has a tendency to chase bad pitches and therefore needs to concentrate on his discipline at the plate. He has no speed to speak of. The Future: If Barker batted righthanded, the Brewers may have been willing to give him a shot at making their club this spring because they are extremely challenged for power from the right side. Barker still could force his way into the big league picture before the season is over.
