Career Highlights: Former Wichita State standout, graduated in spring of 2007 after hitting .347 with 7 HR and 38 RBI in 62 games as a senior…hit .329 during both his sophomore and junior seasons, driving in 89 runs in 132 games over the course of the two years…two-time All-Missouri Valley Conference…also played football and basketball…enjoys hunting and fishing...works as a hitting instructor during the offseason
2007
Peoria (Midwest/A): Had 6-game hitting streak from 7/5-7/13 (10-25, .400)…eight multi-hit games, including one 3-hit game…hit .286 in July…hit .257 on the road, .163 at home
Boise (Northwest/A-): Hit safely in 6 of 8 games played for the Hawks…collected first professional hit on 6/22, going 1-3 vs. Salem-Keizer…picked up first RBI on 6/23 vs. Salem-Keizer…made professional debut as a pitcher on 6/20 vs. Salem-Keizer, tossing one full inning while striking out one
Kash Beauchamp on Derek: Another utility guy who can add the outfield and catching to his resume. He’s another guy who I believe can play anywhere on the field.
