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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.

by Kinslerhomer on Jun 16, 2025 4:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Retros

If Chipper officially announces anything about his retirement, I wouldn’t mind seeing some stuff on him.

by jfish26101 on Jun 16, 2025 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

something about Alvarez?

Projections at peak and average, etc.

by rmarx on Jun 16, 2025 4:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Based on the discussion from the other thread

Maybe a Casey Kelly vs. Madison Bumgarner prospect smackdown?

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by Gobroks on Jun 16, 2025 5:24 PM EDT reply actions  

-1

Please, please, please no more Bumgarner.

by mrkupe on Jun 16, 2025 6:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

agreed

not a bad suggestion at all, but i just don’t want to read about him anymore.

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by doublestix on Jun 16, 2025 6:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

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

by Gobroks on Jun 16, 2025 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

If you are interested in the discussion...

You can already find plenty of it sprinkled all over this website.

by oplaid on Jun 16, 2025 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

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, 2025 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?

by ManConley on Jun 16, 2025 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

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.

by toonsterwu on Jun 16, 2025 5:36 PM EDT reply actions  

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.

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by AusHaloFan on Jun 16, 2025 5:46 PM EDT reply actions  

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?

by soxkid on Jun 16, 2025 6:03 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

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by punto4mvp on Jun 18, 2025 10:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Carl Pavano

Prospect retro.

by BenB on Jun 16, 2025 6:12 PM EDT reply actions  

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!

by turambar85 on Jun 16, 2025 6:17 PM EDT reply actions  

History

Hell, I’d even throw in history as a suggestion to go with music and philosophy…

by Caernarvon on Jun 17, 2025 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

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.

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by beastball on Jun 16, 2025 6:39 PM EDT reply actions  

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, 2025 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Brett Cecil

Would love a re-look at Brett Cecil.

by Jeff in Minny on Jun 16, 2025 6:46 PM EDT reply actions  

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.

by Jeff in Minny on Jun 16, 2025 6:50 PM EDT reply actions  

+ 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, 2025 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

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, 2025 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Was there any piece about sleepers from the draft?

I would love to see some mid-season updates on prospect rankings/opinions.

by jfish26101 on Jun 16, 2025 8:26 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

BA has talked about updating their prospect rankings mid-season (and I heard they’re actually going to do it this year). It would be great if we had updated rankings, even if it was each organizations top 10 if it would be harder to do a top 20.

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by Preston Barclay on Jun 17, 2025 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alex Gordon

Done or just confused?

by rmarx on Jun 16, 2025 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

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by punto4mvp on Jun 18, 2025 10:10 AM EDT up 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.

by WilliamO on Jun 16, 2025 11:43 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

will do this later today

by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2025 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

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, 2025 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.

by Lollardfish on Jun 17, 2025 9:03 AM EDT reply actions  

+1

by Chris Redman is my hero on Jun 17, 2025 12:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

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, 2025 10:38 AM EDT reply actions  

https://www.minorleagueball.com/search?q=McCutchen&btn=Go

There are a few things in there but perhaps you read those.

by jfish26101 on Jun 17, 2025 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ya

I’ve seen all of those. I’m looking for something more in-depth

Thanks though!

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by McCutchenIsTheTruth on Jun 17, 2025 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions  

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, 2025 12:37 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

on the list for next week

by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2025 1:19 PM EDT up 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

by patrick6h on Jun 17, 2025 1:16 PM EDT reply actions  

+1

I’ll put him in the notes for tomorrow.

by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2025 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?

by Johnny Tuttle on Jun 17, 2025 1:31 PM EDT reply actions  

rankings

I will be doing a new Rotowire prospect list at the end of this month

by John Sickels on Jun 17, 2025 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.

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by McCutchenIsTheTruth on Jun 17, 2025 1:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Jon Lester retro

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by bestbostonsports on Jun 17, 2025 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, 2025 7:18 PM EDT via mobile reply actions  

Id love to see

something on Carl Crawford

by SeanMillerSavior on Jun 17, 2025 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?

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by punto4mvp on Jun 18, 2025 10:11 AM EDT reply actions  

and

how bout a Crystal Ball for Pablo Sandoval? I am wondering how you see his career moving forward.

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by punto4mvp on Jun 18, 2025 4:21 PM EDT reply actions  


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