Is Heston Kjerstad here to stay?

The “J” may be silent, but the Norfolk shuttle makes plenty of sound.

Baltimore’s youngsters have maintained their competitive spirit and team-first energy, but a surplus of talent has prevented all of the baby birds from nesting at the major-league level.

Heston Kjerstad has a few Baltimore stints under his belt, but he has yet to fully establish himself as a full-time major leaguer. Now, after the latest batch of strong performances at the plate, it’s fair to wonder if Kjerstad has heard the Norfolk shuttle approaching for the final time.

Almost every reader knows Kjerstad’s background by now. After a two-year absence from professional baseball, the 6-foot-3 corner outfielder dominated the…