H/W: 5-9 180 lb. B/T: S/R DOB: 1/26/87
In selecting this Miami Hurricane, the Oakland A's bucked their customary trend of drafting Moneyball-type players. Jemile, the younger brother of Milwaukee Brewer 2B Rickie Weeks, is a speedy, top of the lineup hitter with a slender frame and little pop. Weeks demonstrated his collegiate polish in his pro debut by hitting .297 with 1 HR 8 RBI 6 SB and a 19 BB/18 K ratio. Profiled orginally as a 2B, Jemile's skill set is more appropriate for CF where his stellar speed can be utilized and his stiff infield mechanics will not be exploited. Some scouts are concerned about Weeks' lack of strength, thinking that it will hamper his power output and, perhaps, make him more susceptible to injuries down the road. The A's, though, are excited about the potential for Weeks to become the top of the lineup catalyst that has eluded them in years past.
2009 Projection: Given that Weeks was jettisoned to full season Low-A Kane County after signing, he should continue to be challenged by the A's organization by beginning the '09 season with High-A Stockton in the California League. The biggest things to watch for out of Weeks is his ability to produce a high batting average, lots of runs scored and stolen bases this next season. If he can continue to work counts with the same effectiveness that he did at Kane County and increase his power output to 10-15 HR this season, Weeks should move very quickly through Oakland's system.
Key Jemile Weeks Baseball Cards:
- 2008 Razor Signature Series Auto #/699
- 2008 Razor Exclusive Auto
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