Scouting Report: Xavier Avery, OF, Baltimore Orioles

The South Atlantic League saw a number of “toolsy” center fielders pass through including former 2nd round pick Xavier Avery. On the surface, his .262/.306/.340 line is pedestrian with peripherals which show just how rough around the edges Avery is. In person, Avery’s skill set is more impressive as he works off his best tool [...]

Breaking Down Baseball America’s “Sally” Top 20 for 2009 Part 2

To build on part one of breaking down Baseball America’s “Sally” rankings, part two will focus on prospects eleven through twenty. While I did not see Rudy Owens in person, a 21-year old lefty with a plus change is going to have success in the “Sally”. Kudos to Owens on a great season, but there [...]

Savannah vs. Delmarva Game 2/3 Notes

I made it through ten or so innings last nigh before my eyes started to bleed. With Orioles prospect Xavier Avery held out of the second game of the twin bill, I caught a couple of at bats by Ronnie Welty and L.J. Hoes and called it a night. Why not use Scouting the Sally [...]

Delmarva Shorebirds vs. Savannah Sand Gnats Game 1 Notes

While I wasn’t around to see Xavier Avery’s 9th inning error which cost Delmarva the ball game, I did see Avery put together three very impressive at bats ending in two singles back through the box and a hit by pitch; All with 0-2, 1-2 counts. His swing was reminiscent of former big leaguer Willie [...]

Delmarva Shorebirds (Orioles) vs. Savannah Sand Gnats (Mets) Game 1 Preview

After a disappointing double-header postponement, nothing making lost baseball easier to handle than the opportunity to head out to the park; Especially when a new team is making its one and only trip to town. in this case, it’s the Delmarva Shorebirds, the Orioles full season A affiliate. The roster is highlighted by two of [...]