From Rotoworld:

"The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Jay Bruce will be called up before Tuesday's game."
"It was definitely time. The report doesn't indicate what change will be made to open up a roster spot. The Reds might as well release Corey Patterson, who shouldn't have a role with Bruce up. Ryan Freel can continue to get some starts versus lefties, though the Reds probably won't use Bruce as a true platoon player."

Personally I think this is long overdue.  According to Yahoo in his last 14 games Bruce is hitting .529 in his last 14 games with five home runs and 15 RBIs at Triple-A Louisville. I expect him to continue to rake when he makes his debut and I could see a line along that of Braun from last season.  What does everyone else see for this future superstar?

Gomez has had another strong performance so far today going 4 for 4 with his fourth HR of the season (the game is still underway at this time).  I remember when we discussed him earlier that many people thought he would be Juan Pierre at best.  He has always had the speed but is now hitting the ball with more authority than Pierre ever did.  It is apparent that he has a lot more upside then that and is already outproducing many other OFs.

What is everyone's thoughts on Carlos Gomez to date?  He has shown flashes of extra base pop and has maintained a very resepctable average.  Also, what type of player does the community see Gomez developing into?

Hey Reds fans,

We have a lot of blue chip prospects in our minors and majors but we still need to draft more potential impact players if we are going to turn this team into a modern day Big Red Machine.  Post your suggestions of what positions and players you think we should be targeting.

Also, I am looking for an assistant GM so let me know if you are interested.  I will be back later on tonight to post some players I am hoping are available at our draft position.  Lets find some more pieces to join the likes of Votto, Bailey, Bruce, and Cueto!!!

The latest amongst a group of fantastic prospects, shortstop Frazier has opened his 2008 season with a bang.  While old for Low A Ball, the 2007 1st round pick is off to a great start:

.314 AVG, 657 SLG, 6 HR, 14 RBI

I wouldn't be suprised to see Frazier move quickly through the system, especially after his impressive 2007 debut where he posted a line of:

.319 AVG, .538 SLG

BA feels that he has above average raw power and he has the size and strength to hit 20-25 HR per yer.  He already has shown a great eye amassing 12 walks to date this season.  With Votto and Cueto already making their impact in Cincy and Bruce and Bailey dominating Triple A, will Frazier join these 4 in the bigs in the next 2 seasons.  I could see him moving quickly through the minor league ranks and joining the Reds sometime in the 2010 season.  What does everyone else think about this promising young offensive shortstop?

I have to say that I am blown away by the awesome start of Yankee's catching prospect Jesus Montero.  He has started his 2008 in a big way with fantastic early stats:

.368 AVG, .563 SLG, 3 HR, 17 RBI

Montero $1.6 million bonus in 2006 was the highest for any international amateur free agent.  Baseball America applauded this decision and raved about his skills stating "Montero has exceptional raw power to all fields, coupling a discerning eye for a young plaer with brute strength and bat speed."  So far it looks like he is worth every penny.

The primary question regarding Montero is whether he can remain at catcher?  He has strong arm strength but he needs to work on his fundamentals to improve his ability to throw out basestealers.  If he can do this it looks likes he will be an All-Star for years to come.

What does everyone else think about the heir to Jorge Posada?