• Full name Blake Robert DeWitt
  • Born 08/20/1985 in Sikeston, MO
  • Profile Ht.: 5'11" / Wt.: 195 / Bats: L / Throws: R
  • School Sikeston
  • Debut 03/31/2008
  • Drafted in the 1st round (28th overall) by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2004 (signed for $1,200,000).
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    Though scouts say he has been a little anxious this spring, DeWitt still has batted .544 with 11 homers and is one of the safest bets to hit among the draft's high school prospects. He's a sound, strong lefthanded hitter whose power still shows when he uses wood in batting practice. DeWitt has arm strength and athleticism, but he's not a true shortstop. He'll move to second or third base once he turns pro or attends Georgia Tech, and he's intriguing as a possible catcher. He has been likened to Twins 2003 first-round pick Matt Moses, and Minnesota is believed to be following DeWitt closely.

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  • Rated Best Hitter for Average in the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2006
  • Rated Best Hitter for Average in the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2005

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