Summer Ball

■ 2010 Player Profile: Ryan Gebhart (49thstatehardball.com)

When I saw the Oilers last, I was really excited about Gebhart's offense. He shows a great combination of aggressiveness and patience. On the one hand, he can work the count and get the pitch he wants, and doesn't seem to swing at junk pitches. On the other, if he gets something he likes on the first pitch, he's not afraid to jump all over it. He has a very good eye and can be a tough out. Looking at the stat sheet, he isn't hitting for a high average (.211), but he's walked 33 times in 90 at-bats, which brings his on-base percentage up to a team-best .427. He'll get on base one way or another. And once he's on, he's a threat on the paths: 14 for 17 in steals this year.