Heyward has the tools, but he will also fall into a bit of a slump before the all-star break. As we speak, scouts are studying every bit of film they can get on him and trying to put together a 'book' on him, just like they do with any other hitter in the league. By the time the break comes along pitchers will have some good info on him and know his strengths and weaknesses. Look for the slump as he learns to adapt and overcome those weaknesses.


I dont know if he will be Tony Gwinn or Hank Aaron, but he has all the markings of a very solid bat for a very long time.