- Full name Wes Hutchinson
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Hutchison continues the Giants' long association with Idaho's NAIA powerhouse, Lewis- Clark State. Longtime Warriors coach Ed Cheff and area scout John Shafer, who has worked the region for the Giants for more than 20 years, have an excellent relationship. Five Giants big leaguers have had ties to Cheff's program, including current outfielder Marvin Benard. Hutchison and Giants outfield prospect Jason Ellison are the best bets to join that fraternity in the future. Hutchison was the MVP of the 2000 NAIA World Series as the Warriors' closer, and he acquitted himself well in that role in his pro debut last year as Salem-Keizer won the Northwest League title. Hutchison has three pitches--a low-90s fastball, plus slider (his best pitch) and developing changeup--so he may not be limited to the bullpen. He worked in both roles in college and Hutchison could move into the low Class A rotation with a good spring. His versatility figures to be an asset as his career moves along.