Cleveland Indians select ASU OF Jason Kipnis
Round 2: Jason Kipnis, OF, Arizona State: One College World Series participant was not enough. The Indians added another in Kipnis, who is listed at 6 foot, 180 pounds and bats left-handed. Though he's hit 16 homers in his junior season for the Sun Devils, he's not considered a power guy. But Kipnis' .496 on-base percentage no doubt appeals to a Tribe team that values plate discipline. Some have projected him as capable of transitioning to second base, but the Indians think he could be an everyday center fielder. Kipnis began his college career at Kentucky.
Said Grant: "We feel like we added a very athletic bat. He's a guy who gets on base a lot and doesn't strike out. He has a very disciplined approach. It's more hit than power, but we feel he has a chance to hit for power."