Scouting Report: Keston Hiura
Los Angeles Dodgers | 1B
Overall
Summary
Keston Hiura, 29-year-old former Milwaukee Brewers first-round pick (9th overall, 2017), has signed with the Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization for the remainder of the 2026 season after failing to establish himself in MLB. Despite a promising 2019 rookie season (.303 BA, 19 HR, .570 SLG), Hiura has struggled significantly in subsequent seasons with a career .755 OPS and persistent strikeout issues (38.3% K-rate post-2019). He was released by the Dodgers before the 2026 season and has played only 18 games in MLB since 2019. However, he has excelled in Triple-A with 100+ homers and a .955 OPS, indicating his skills translate better to minor league competition.
Strengths
- Exceptional Triple-A performance with 100+ homers and .955 OPS
- Successful 2019 rookie season with .303 BA and 19 HR
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