2011 MLB Draft Prospect: Danny Hultzen, SP, Virginia
University of Virginia pitching prospect stakes his claim as the best amateur prospect in baseball.
2011 MLB Draft Prospect: Jed Bradley, SP, Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech left-handed pitcher Jed Bradley has built on an impressive Cape Cod showing and has cemented himself as a first round pick in the 2011 MLB draft. Prospect video and scouting notes from his start versus St. John’s.
PSS Sample: Bryce Harper, OF, Washington Nationals
Check out this free sample of Scouting The Sally’s Personal Scouting Service featuring Nationals phenom Bryce Harper
Prospect Video: Neil Ramirez, P, Texas Rangers
Texas Rangers pitching prospect Neil Ramirez rebounded from a slow start to post strong peripherals in the South Atlantic League in 2010. Prospect video and thoughts on the young right-hander.
Prospect Video: Zack Wheeler, SP, San Francisco Giants
Former San Francisco Giants first round pick Zack Wheeler struggled during his start, but still cemented himself as one of the best pitching prospects I’ve ever had the opportunity to scout in person.
Scouting Notes: Julio Teheran, SP, Atlanta Braves
Scouting notes and video from a 2010 start of Braves uber-prospect Julio Teheran.
Jesus Montero Behind The Dish Poses Significant Risk For Yankees
Yankees catching prospect Jesus Montero continues to wear the tools of ignorance even though the injury risk of remaining behind the plate far outweighs the added value of his remaining at the position.
Scouting Video: Nolan Arenado, 3B, Colorado Rockies
New prospect video on Colorado Rockies power hitting prospect Nolan Arenado as a member of the Asheville Tourists.
Scouting Report: Sebastian Valle, C, Philadelphia Phillies
On the way to the park to see Philadelphia Phillies catching prospect Sebastian Valle, I knew I was in for something special when a scout I was speaking to kept asking me, “What did you think of Valle?” When I finally mentioned it was my first time seeing him, his response, “Oh, I’m not saying anything else. Just call me and tell me what you think.” For whatever reason, I had a picture in my mind of a hulking power prospect doing his best catcher impression while putting off the inevitable move out from behind home plate. It’s safe to say, my preconceived idea of the player Valle was was prior to watching him play was off base.
Scouting Report: Christian Bethancourt, C, Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Braves catching prospect Christian Bethancourt had arguably the most impressive set of tools I saw all season. With a .253/.280/.332 line, the production has obviously not matched the skill set as Bethancourt has struggled in his first taste of full season baseball. At 18, Bethancourt is likely to repeat the “Sally” in 2011 to continue working on his offense and receiving skills. However, Bethancourt’s arm is big league ready and could quickly become the stuff of legend.