Hitting
Powers always has been a line-drive hitter who uses the entire field. He hits righthanders and lefthanders with equal consistency.
Baserunning & Defense
Powers plays a near-flawless third baseman, making very few errors. His arm is well above average both in strength and accuracy. Powers is an intelligent baserunner with average speed, but he's not a basestealing threat.
2010 Outlook
The Boston Red Sox signed him to a long-term contract, but don't think they won't drop Powers like a hot potato if something better comes along.
-- Ska Nyman, A-Ball Scout