Future Keeper of the Week: Hank Conger

     This week's F.K.O.W. is Angels' catcher Hank Conger. Conger impressed Angel's management with an impressive spring offensively. The 23 year old former first round draft pick's bat has never been in question (career .297 hitter in the minors). The question is will he ever get a chance to be the full time catcher. Manager Mike Scioscia, a former catcher, would be the perfect coach for Conger to learn under, especially with his track record of developing catchers. Conger is hitting .233 with 3 home runs and 12 RBI's in limited time this season.
     Scouts have wondered if he'll be good enough defensively and if he'll be able to call an efficient game. From everything I've read he has improved drastically since last season and should continue in his progression.
     It's rare to get a catcher who can hit. If he gets the chance to be an everyday catcher, he will put up solid numbers. Look for him to be the full time starter either this year or next year. If you can pick him up and stash him as a keeper, he'll pay dividends down the road. He will hit, but will he catch? Only time will tell Conger's future.