Peter Bergeron
| AB | 1103 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .226 |
| OBP | .303 |
| SLG | .308 |
| HR | 8 |
- Full name Peter Francis Bergeron
- Born 11/09/1977 in Greenfield, MA
- Profile Ht.: 6'0" / Wt.: 190 / Bats: L / Throws: R
- School Greenfield
- Debut 09/07/1999
- Drafted in the 4th round (118th overall) by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1996.
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Background: Though he posted good numbers and made his big league debut, Bergeron did not have an easy year. He injured his right shoulder, restricting him to left field and DH, and had postseason surgery to repair a torn labrum. Strengths: Bergeron has the makings of an ideal leadoff hitter: above-average speed, an excellent eye, the best bunting ability in the system and enough power to drive the ball in the gaps. Scouts say Bergeron should mature into his power with experience. Weaknesses: Arm strength was never his best tool, even before his shoulder injury, He has the speed and instincts to play center field but is now looked at as a left fielder. On the basepaths, he needs to get better reads on pitchers and better jumps. The Future: The Expos got poor performances in left field and the leadoff spot in 1999, so Bergeron could step into both roles in 2000. -
Background: Bergeron was largely overlooked out of high school, even though he was a rare versatile talent from the Northeast. Despite their revolving door in center field, the Dodgers included him in the Mark Grudzielanek/Carlos Perez trade. Strengths: The oft-repeated comparison of Bergeron to Brett Butler is a poor one; his build and tools are along the lines of a Steve Finley. He is a sub four-second runner to first base and an excellent bunter, plus he has the strength to drive the ball to the gaps. An ideal leadoff hitter, he also has above-average range in center field and good arm strength. Weaknesses: Bergeron's major fault at the plate is that he leaves the outside half of the strike zone uncovered, which robs him of his power. He improved in this area in the Arizona Fall League. The Future: Bergeron will start the 1999 season as one of the youngest players in Triple-A and with any success he'll see Montreal during the year.
