H/W: 6-4 245 lb. B/T: L/L DOB: 12/16/87
Where did the power go? Weglarz had a solid season hitting .272 as a 20 year old in High-A Kinston, though he only produced 10 HR and 41 RBI in 106 games. Weglarz has a tall, thick frame that produces good leverage and natural power from the left side of the plate. Weglarz has highly advanced plate discipline, earning 71 BB/77 K's, but his willingness to take a walk often gives him a two-strike approach at the plate which, while good for making contact, often saps him of the tremendous pull power that he is capable of. Defensively, Weglarz is below average and as he continues to age, he will likely be relegated to 1B or, worse, DH. Weglarz has the power potential to hit 30-35 HR at the big league level once he learns to effectively use his massive strength.
2009 Projection: This is a pivotal season for Weglarz. He will likely play at AA, and the Indians would be well suited to leave him there for the entire season. The Tribe would like to see him be able to stick as a LF, as either Wes Hodges or Beau Mills will play 1B for them in the future. Weglarz is an intriguing prospect to keep an eye on in '09. Watch to see if he can get his power back on track and, if so, will it come at the expense of his plate discipline? If he is able to increase his power and keep his BB/K totals intact, Weglarz is a solid under-the-radar buy. Especially given the fact that he doesn't have many cards in circulation.
Key Nick Weglarz Baseball Cards:
- 2005 Bowman Chrome Draft
- 2008 Donruss Threads Auto #/999
 2005 Bowman Chrome Draft Prospects Refractor 47 Nick Weglarz RC $1.99 |
 PROOF Sterling White Refractor Nick Weglarz Canada $1.00 |
 2009 BOWMAN WBC GU-JERSEY NICK WEGLARZ JUANCARLOS SULBARAN LOT 2 $8.99 |
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