Update and Suggestion Thread
by John Sickels on Jun 16, 2010 4:00 PM EDT
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Upcoming stuff: Profiles/updates/retros on Gordon Beckham, Dexter Fowler, Roy Oswalt, Adam Wainwright, Lastings Milledge, Gio Gonzalez, John Danks, Matt LaPorta, and Cameron Maybin. Also daily minor league updates and College World Series stuff. Feel free to suggest other things.
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Darren Oliver Retro
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
Retros
If Chipper officially announces anything about his retirement, I wouldn’t mind seeing some stuff on him.
something about Alvarez?
Projections at peak and average, etc.
Based on the discussion from the other thread
Maybe a Casey Kelly vs. Madison Bumgarner prospect smackdown?
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
agreed
not a bad suggestion at all, but i just don’t want to read about him anymore.
baseball rules.
OK
I thought more people might be interested in the discussion, but if it’s a tired subject then, it is not necessary
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
If you are interested in the discussion...
You can already find plenty of it sprinkled all over this website.
I know it's a popular subject
Which is why I suggested it. But, like I said, if it’s a tired subject than it doesn’t need to be done.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
by Gobroks on Jun 17, 2010 11:59 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
How about Kelly v. Jordan Lyles?
Very young AA hurlers succeeding despite pedestrian velocity so far?
he's somewhat off the radar right now
but i’d be curious if you had any thoughts on Chris Archer, who is simply having a ridiculous month and a half, showing control with his stuff.
also, a cashner profile might be mildly interesting because he went from a guy who some weren’t sure if he was a starter this past offseason to putting together a really solid minor league campaign before his callup.
Could you possibly look at Howie Kendrick?
Seems to me his time in the majors has had mixed results and I would be very interested in other people’s opinions on his future.
"Y'all stick around, I'm planning on putting on a hitting display later."- Willie Mays Hays.
Jonathan Singleton.
You had him on the pre-season sleeper list…what are your thoughts on his progress and what do you think his ultimate upside is?
More Music and Philosophy!
Your music/philosophy posts have been scarce lately John! I’m having to go elsewhere, and it is always better to keep it in the house!
While we’re on music, check out Langhorne Slim! He is a treat!
History
Hell, I’d even throw in history as a suggestion to go with music and philosophy…
You know what I might find interesting...
is something like the Method of Prospecting series or something, describing different approaches to prospecting that you’ve found effective over the years in discovering the next big thing.
The recent Fanpost related to ARL for pitchers v hitters got me thinking about it.
I hadn’t really thought it out, but was just thinking some articles related to the act of prospecting in general rather that focusing on specific prospects might be interesting and might inspire some interesting debates.
Poster formerly known as artie
This would be cool
Especially for those of us who are still new to the prospecting game.
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by David Tokarz on Jun 17, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Brett Cecil
Would love a re-look at Brett Cecil.
KC prospect development
Moustaska, Hosmer, Myers and Montgomery. Has anyone had better development than KC this year? Has there been a change in the minor league staff for KC? Same people, but a different approach? Just pure luck? We always question why something goes wrong, but we should ask the same questions of why when something works.
+ Lamb, and maaaaybe Danny Duffy (he's back!)
i being a twins fan, am gettin a little nervous come this time in about 2012/2013
Wow Blackburn makes nearly identical money as Baker does now....
by SteveHoffmanSlowey on Jun 16, 2010 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Might be an interesting time to look at the 2009 draft a year later
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Zach Lee v Kevin Gausman
If the Dodgers can only sign one, which should it be, with cost being a factor
by lakersdodgersyankees4life on Jun 16, 2010 7:40 PM EDT reply actions
Jamie Garcia
Just before the draft I suggested Jamie Garcia. I think John was going to do something on him. I’m sure the draft just took priority.
Mark Cohoon
3 straight SO plus improving peripherals, used to be a 2 way player, now focused on pitching, a scouting report would be nice!!
by Cesar V on Jun 17, 2010 8:58 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Vargas
A throw-in on the Putz trade, he’s turned into a competent major-league pitcher, shutting down the Cards last night. Seems like he could use some attention.
Something on McCutchen
or maybe link me to something from the past. I’m fairly new and have purused through the older material but didn’t see anything.
I mean, come on look at my handle :D
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by McCutchenIsTheTruth on Jun 17, 2010 10:38 AM EDT reply actions
http://www.minorleagueball.com/search?q=McCutchen&btn=Go
There are a few things in there but perhaps you read those.
Something on pre-season sleepers?
I’m really interested in what you think of Pelzer’s progress too. He K’ed 10 in 6 last night. I’m really excited to see him and Simon Castro move up the ladder together.
by Chris Redman is my hero on Jun 17, 2010 12:37 PM EDT reply actions
How about something for Mark Cohoon
Just threw his 3rd straight shutout for Savannah Sand Gnats and is just dominating the Sally League with a promotion to Double A right around the corner
+1
I’ll put him in the notes for tomorrow.
by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2010 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Helium
It’d be ok with me if you passed on full-fledged midseason re-rankings, but it would be cool to get your take on which prospects are truly breaking out or collapsing. It’s hard enough filtering out stadium, small sample sizes, luck, etc., for big league players before the ASB, let alone doing so for the minor leaguers.
Who’s got better approaches or who’s going away IOW?
rankings
I will be doing a new Rotowire prospect list at the end of this month
by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2010 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Take 2 - Bryan Morris
High draft pick by the Dodgers. Considered by some the centerpiece, along with Andy LaRoche, in the Jason Bay deal in regards to the Pirates. Looked less than inspiring coming off TJ surgey in ’09 but has exploded in ’10.
Da'Sean Butler - A Mountaineer Legend
by McCutchenIsTheTruth on Jun 17, 2010 1:44 PM EDT reply actions
Jon Lester retro
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by bestbostonsports on Jun 17, 2010 2:13 PM EDT reply actions
Prospect Smackdown
Freddie Freeman vs Logan Morrison
also how about a “who the heck is this guy?” for Andres Torres (293/395/479 playing some serious defense all over the outfield)
by i r noobie on Jun 17, 2010 7:18 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Id love to see
something on Carl Crawford
by SeanMillerSavior on Jun 17, 2010 9:02 PM EDT reply actions
Prospect Profile
Nick Franklin and Michael Pineda- what are their ultimate upsides and where do you see them in prospect rankings for next season? Also, what would you rate them grade wise?
PPPPPPUNTO 4 MVP 2010
and
how bout a Crystal Ball for Pablo Sandoval? I am wondering how you see his career moving forward.
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