STS’s Best: The First Basemen v.2010
Look at the raw numbers, and prospect followers would think the first base prospect crop in the South Atlantic League was strong in 2010. Truth is after Philadelphia Phillies prospect Jonathan Singleton, the league was void of true first base prospects. However, a number of prospects at other positions are likely to slide over in time. With that said, the top five first base prospects list will include a couple of current third baseman, an outfielder, and maybe even a catcher. Blasphemy!
STS’s Best: The Catchers v.2010
With the minor league baseball offseason upon us, it’s time to take a look back at high profile prospects from across the “Sally” and how they fared this season. To begin, let’s take a look at the five “big name” catching prospects in the South Atlantic League this season from a scouting standpoint since I had the opportunity to watch each play in 2010. I’ll also name drop a couple of prospects to watch out for in 2011 and beyond who may not be on your radar yet as a prospect fan.
Scouting Report: Jiwan James, CF, Philadelphia Phillies
Lean, wiry, and projectable, his appearance draws ones eye almost immediately. After watching him play, I wonder just how much of a mulligan he receives simply because he resembles Domonic Brown? Is he a prospect? Most definitely, but the comparisons to baseball’s best prospect are, in my opinion, amongst the laziest in the industry.
Notes from Lakewood vs. Delmarva
Lakewood’s Colby Shreve was just too dominating through the first five innings to get a feel of Delmarva’s lineup. In my non-professional opinion, the Shorebirds lack any real bat speed. Although there were hard hit balls, I chalk it up more to luck. Why not use Scouting the Sally as your Personal Scout? With Colby [...]
Dynasty Diamond: Sebastian Valle, C, Philadelphia Phillies
Phillies catching prospect Sebastian Valle is owned in all of the deep dynasty leagues (30 or more minors) I play in. However, in two of those leagues, Valle was added by friends only after receiving a friendly tip from yours truly. So what gives? Do catchers on pace to hit 20+ home runs as a 19/20 year old in full season baseball grow on trees? Of course not! So why is Valle only considered a marginal own in deeper leagues?
Scouting Report: Jonathan Singleton, 1B, Philadelphia Phillies
One of the 2010 season’s true breakout talents, Phillies first base prospect Jonathan Singleton has gone from relative unknown to virtually untouchable prospect in about a year. After dominating the South Atlantic League to the tune of a .373/.460/.672 first half, Singleton’s numbers have fallen off a cliff leaving prospect fans wondering just how talented he is.
Sally Stock Watch: 8/4/2010
Fresh off an overnight trip to Greenville to watch the Drive face the Lakewood Blueclaws, I’m looking down the barrel of about an hour and a half of video to sift through and four or five pages of player notes to turn into coherent reports. To start the writing juices flowing, I figured why not [...]
Bonus Baseball: Lakewood @ Greenville
I’ve had today circled on my calendar since May as my only real opportunity to see Lakewood and their impressive list of prospects in person. With tonight’s 7:00 PM start, followed by a 11:00 AM first pitch tomorrow, it’s the perfect opportunity to catch two games and be home for dinner Tuesday. Why not use [...]
In Alex (and Anthony) I Trust
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 five or six favorite prospects scouted from the 2009 season.
Scouting Report: Anthony Gose, OF, Toronto Blue Jays
As a second round pick in the 2008 draft, Phillies prospect Anthony Gose was considered an extremely risky proposition on draft day. As both a pitcher and offensive player, he boasted a low-90′s fastball from the left side and arguably the best wheels in the entire draft. Even with the tools, the uber-raw Gose was [...]