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In Alex (and Anthony) I Trust

July 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment

While I am unable to correctly pronounce the last name of the current Toronto Blue Jays General Manager, he has certainly earned my write in vote for Prime Minister (if I was actually Canadian). With the addition of outfielder Anthony Gose, he has now acquired two of my five or six favorite prospects scouted from the 2009 season. The Jays also added catcher Travis D’Arnaud. On paper, dealing a close to major league ready commodity in Brett Wallace for an uber-toolsy outfielder looks like a steal for the Astros, but simply looking at numbers does not do this deal justice. Anthony Gose... [Read the full story]

Reports

Scouting Report: Edward Salcedo, SS. Atlanta Braves

July 24, 2010 · 2 Comments

For the past couple of years, Edward Salcedo was rumored to be an elaborate internet hoax. With only a single video of Salcedo taking batting practice on YouTube and a scant few photographs, his not signing as a 16-year old led to even more questions. Earlier this year, Salcedo finally emerged from the shadows signing with the Atlanta Braves for a 1.6 million dollar bonus. Scouts were frothing at the mouth over his combination of size and athleticism. Salcedo was one of the players I was most excited about seeing and the raw tools did not disappoint. Physical Projection: A menacing presence, Salcedo... [Read the full story]

Lists and Comps

Trade Deadline Values: Jesus Montero vs. Wilmer Flores

July 28, 2010 · 4 Comments

While this piece might have been a hotter topic a couple of weeks ago before Cliff Lee was dealt to Texas and the Mets seemingly fell out of contention, both Jesus Montero and Wilmer Flores became key names in internet trade banter. While both prospects are excellent in their own right, it’s important for New York baseball fans, as well as prospect fans in general to distinguish between the two. In ranking the top-25 prospects I’ve seen since starting Scouting the Sally, Montero ranks 3rd, while Flores currently sits 8th. On paper, this is not a major difference, but in reality,... [Read the full story]

Videos

Scouting Report: Edward Salcedo, SS. Atlanta Braves

July 24, 2010 · 2 Comments

Game Coverage

Greenville Drive @ Savannah Sand Gnats Series Preview

July 16, 2010 · Leave a Comment

For those paying attention, tonight is actually game three of the five game set between the Sally Red Sox and Mets in Savannah. Having been in Chicago for games one and two, tonight is the first time I’ll have an opportunity to see Greenville this season. Tonight’s game features twenty year old lefty Manuel Rivera who has had a solid season, but is not without significant question marks. I hope to answer some of those tonight as I’ll be in attendance scouting and taking video. Additionally, Michael Almanzar makes a return to Savannah after a very difficult year-plus. With a... [Read the full story]

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In Alex (and Anthony) I Trust

July 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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What to Expect from Logan Morrison?

Late last season I had the opportunity to catch Logan Morrison play on a couple of occasions and came away impressed. With his receiving the call to the Marlins, now is the perfect time to discuss Morrison as a hitter and what baseball fans can expect going forward. Morrison’s bat is not that of a typical first...

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