Official MiLB/Prospects Thread

[Krylian]

I'm sure money will exchange hands.

[Grant77]

Man I have five kids i'll make a reasonable bet. Not alot of money

 

I can't top jays4life's offer. I think that's a reasonable bet for you.

[Atothe]

Man I have five kids i'll make a reasonable bet. Not alot of money

 

Confirmed Governator.

[Jonn]

I wasn't going to say anything cause I'm not from Kitchener...but I know some weirdos from Kitchener too. Totally makes sense that "todd" is from there.

 

What an astute observation.

[Grant77]

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Mystery solved?

[Jimcanuck]

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Mystery solved?

 

Maybe. No g/f pics, looks like a doofus, nothing to indicate its not King.

[Farm]

"Steve: Where does Anthony Alford fall in your top CF prospects?

2:51

Eric A Longenhagen: Not sure where he lines up compared to all the others right now but I can tell you he’s a 7 runner with 6 raw power and is probably pretty high on the list.

2:51

Eric A Longenhagen: On pure upside, maybe just behind Brinson?"

 

Brinson ranked at 102 confirmed

[Nafro]

AA is the next Mike Trout! You heard it here first!

 

Its also good to have another AA on the horizon!

[TheHurl]

The 100 club from this year.

 

Player Team Velo

Keynan Middleton Angels 100

Francis Martes Astros 100

Jorge Guzman Astros 102

Bobby Wahl Athletics 100

Frankie Montas Athletics 100

Luis Mora Braves 100

Mauricio Cabrera Braves 102

Alex Reyes Cardinals 101

Ryan Helsley Cardinals 100

Sandy Alcantara Cardinals 100

Dylan Cease Cubs 101

Julio Perez Diamondbacks 100

Yadier Alvarez Dodgers 101

Melvin Adon Giants 100

Ray Black Giants 102

Rodolfo Martinez Giants 103

Ben Heller Indians 100

Casey Weathers Indians 100

Aneurys Zabala Mariners 100

Dan Altavilla Mariners 100

Luiz Gohara Mariners 101

Thyago Vieira Mariners 104

Andy Beltre Marlins 100

Bryan Ellington Marlins 100

Jose Adames Marlins 100

Luis Castillo Marlins 101

Tayron Guerrero Marlins 101

Tyler Kolek Marlins 101

Chris Viall Mets 100

Reynaldo Lopez Nationals 100

Tanner Scott Orioles 100

Andres Munoz Padres 100

Jose Torres Padres 100

Alberto Tirado Phillies 100

Connor Sadzeck Rangers 100

Diego Castillo Rays 101

Jose Alvarado Rays 100

Ryne Stanek Rays 100

Gerson Bautista Red Sox 100

Michael Kopech Red Sox 103

Ariel Hernandez Reds 100

Braulio Ortiz Reds 101

Tony Santillan Reds 101

Julian Fernandez Rockies 103

Salvador Justo Rockies 100

Riley Pint Rockies 100

Andrew Edwards Royals 100

Josh Staumont Royals 102

Adam Ravenelle Tigers 101

Gerson Moreno Tigers 100

Sandy Baez Tigers 100

Wladimir Punto Tigers 100

Pat Light Twins 100

Fernando Romero Twins 100

Zack Burdi White Sox 102

Anyelo Gomez Yankees 100

Ben Heller Yankees 100

Daris Vargas Yankees 100

Dillon Tate Yankees 100

Domingo Acevedo Yankees 100

J.P. Feyereisen Yankees 100

Luis Medina Yankees 100

 

Read more at http://www.baseballamerica.com/viewpoint/ask-ba-minors-100-mph-pitchers/#Qpv8iF5ml629bkrl.99

[Spanky99]

Read more at http://www.baseballamerica.com/viewpoint/ask-ba-minors-100-mph-pitchers/#Qpv8iF5ml629bkrl.99

 

Wow... that's a lot.

[Angrioter]

Baseball America top 10

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Guerrero Jr. named No. 1 Blue Jays prospect by Baseball America

 

 

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Mike Carlson)

 

DAVID SINGH

NOVEMBER 1, 2016, 7:48 PM

The current focus of most Toronto Blue Jays fans is the pending free agency of Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion. Rightly so, given that the prodigious power duo have been pillars of the club’s batting order for years.

 

Whether or not they continue to launch homers while wearing Blue Jays uniforms remains to be seen, but in the meantime fans can salivate at the continued development of what looks to be a future cornerstone of the lineup.

 

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. enjoyed a strong first season in the Blue Jays system and as a result has been named the organization’s top prospect by Baseball America.

 

 

The 17-year-old third baseman and son of former big leaguer Vladimir Guerrero hit .271/.359/.449 with eight homers, 46 RBI and 15 stolen bases in 62 games this year for Bluefield of the Appalachian League.

 

As a hitter, Guerrero Jr. was lauded in Baseball America’s scouting report for his hand-eye coordination, strike-zone judgement and ability to spray the ball to all fields. But what really stands out is his power, which was graded at 70 on a scale of 20 to 80 (50 being the MLB average).

 

“[Guerrero] should be an above-average hitter with 30-plus homer potential down the line,” the scouting report says. “Some club officials have compared his overall offensive profile to that of Edwin Encarnacion, though with more speed, as he’s actually an average runner.”

 

 

Guerrero's improvement on defence was noted, especially pertaining to his arm, which scouts say can become above-average.

 

Baseball America estimates the Montreal-born, Dominican-raised Guerrero could join the major league team by the time he turns 20, which would be in 2019.

 

Below is a complete list of the publication's top 10 Blue Jays prospects:

 

1. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 3B

2. Anthony Alford, OF

3. Sean Reid-Foley, RHP

4. Conner Greene, RHP

5. Richard Urena, SS

6. Rowdy Tellez, 1B

7. T.J. Zeuch, RHP

8. Bo Bichette, SS

9. Jon Harris, RHP

10. Justin Maese, RHP

[Krylian]

#alford103

[King]

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[43211234]

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Written by Shi Davidi? Wtf?

[TheHurl]

Jacksonville Suns out of no where changed their name to the Jumbo Shrimp. No name the team contest or anything. A little too cartoonish in their look for my liking, but not terrible.

 

[Grant77]

Jacksonville Suns out of no where changed their name to the Jumbo Shrimp. No name the team contest or anything. A little too cartoonish in their look for my liking, but not terrible.

 

 

It's better than the Suns. I like it.

[BlueRocky]

Baseball America top 10

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Guerrero Jr. named No. 1 Blue Jays prospect by Baseball America

 

 

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Mike Carlson)

 

DAVID SINGH

NOVEMBER 1, 2016, 7:48 PM

The current focus of most Toronto Blue Jays fans is the pending free agency of Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion. Rightly so, given that the prodigious power duo have been pillars of the club’s batting order for years.

 

Whether or not they continue to launch homers while wearing Blue Jays uniforms remains to be seen, but in the meantime fans can salivate at the continued development of what looks to be a future cornerstone of the lineup.

 

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. enjoyed a strong first season in the Blue Jays system and as a result has been named the organization’s top prospect by Baseball America.

 

 

The 17-year-old third baseman and son of former big leaguer Vladimir Guerrero hit .271/.359/.449 with eight homers, 46 RBI and 15 stolen bases in 62 games this year for Bluefield of the Appalachian League.

 

As a hitter, Guerrero Jr. was lauded in Baseball America’s scouting report for his hand-eye coordination, strike-zone judgement and ability to spray the ball to all fields. But what really stands out is his power, which was graded at 70 on a scale of 20 to 80 (50 being the MLB average).

 

“[Guerrero] should be an above-average hitter with 30-plus homer potential down the line,” the scouting report says. “Some club officials have compared his overall offensive profile to that of Edwin Encarnacion, though with more speed, as he’s actually an average runner.”

 

 

Guerrero's improvement on defence was noted, especially pertaining to his arm, which scouts say can become above-average.

 

Baseball America estimates the Montreal-born, Dominican-raised Guerrero could join the major league team by the time he turns 20, which would be in 2019.

 

Below is a complete list of the publication's top 10 Blue Jays prospects:

 

1. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 3B

2. Anthony Alford, OF

3. Sean Reid-Foley, RHP

4. Conner Greene, RHP

5. Richard Urena, SS

6. Rowdy Tellez, 1B

7. T.J. Zeuch, RHP

8. Bo Bichette, SS

9. Jon Harris, RHP

10. Justin Maese, RHP

 

Not a bad list.

Thought Urena would be higher.

Have high hopes for Tellez and BoBi, Jays haven't had real major league bats moving up the farm in awhile.

[Grant77]

Not a bad list.

Thought Urena would be higher.

Have high hopes for Tellez and BoBi, Jays haven't had real major league bats moving up the farm in awhile.

 

I think that Urena needs to play a decent shortstop for an extended period of time before he cracks our upper tier of prospects. He makes far too many mental gaffes on DPs and relays as well as a lot of throwing errors.

[Vdubfan]

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Too bad Shi's BA content is also behind the paywall...

[jays4life19]

Too bad Shi's BA content is also behind the paywall...

 

Here ya go...

 

 

 

 

TORONTO—Shortly before his third pro outing, righthander T.J. Zeuch had a conversation with Paul Quantrill that left a lasting impression.

 

They were in Eugene, Ore., where short-season Vancouver was playing, when the former big league reliever who is now a special assistant with the Blue Jays asked the 21 year-old Zeuch what kind of pitcher he was.

 

“I’m a fastball guy,” said Zeuch, a first-round pick from Pittsburgh this year. “I’m a fastball command guy. I get a lot of outs with my fastball. It’s been my No. 1 pitch for years.

 

“But I think a big key for me is going to be developing a better offspeed (pitch) to get to the big leagues and stay in the big leagues.”

 

Zeuch made nine starts across three levels after being selected 21st overall, including a pair at low Class A Lansing to close the season. He went 0-2, 4.50 in nine starts with 10.1 strikeouts and 1.9 walks per nine innings. He then went to instructional league before shutting things down.

 

“My changeup has come a long way from where it was,” Zeuch said. “That’s the biggest focus for me, getting that better. My curveball has always been my out pitch, so just continuing to improve that and just being able to throw that for strikes whenever I need to.”

 

Zeuch made a September visit to Toronto before instructional league to get acquainted with what the Blue Jays expect will be his future surroundings. The 6-foot-7, 225-pound righty plans to spend most of the offseason in Pittsburgh working out, with getting bigger and stronger another focal point.

 

“The biggest thing is the five-day rotation,” he said of the biggest challenge he faces in moving from college to pro ball. “Early on they had me on a six-day rotation just to kind of ease me into that. I fully expect to be on a five-man next year.

 

“Just finding the time to get everything done as well as my recovery, that’s been the hardest part of this job. But the trainers at every level are helping me adjust.”

 

JAYS CHATTER

 

• The Blue Jays named Steve Sanders their new scouting director. The former Red Sox assistant scouting director takes over for Brian Parker.

 

• Former Red Sox GM Ben Cherington joined the Blue Jays front office as a vice president of baseball operations. He will focus on player development and the draft.

 

 

 

 

#Organization Reports #T.J. Zeuch #Toronto Blue Jays

 

Read more at http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/t-j-zeuch-eyes-future/#lI139FHU3zM0weL4.99

[TheHurl]

The Jumbo Shrimp are no where close to the worst new name in Minor League ball. Beating out finalists Bullheads, Gobblers, Rocking Horses, Timber Jockeys, and runner up Stud Muffins, the Binghamton Mets are now the Rumble Ponies. Great logo, terrible name. But they are the carousel capital of the world.

 

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[jays4life19]

A team is called the stud muffins? haha wat.

[TheHurl]

A team is called the stud muffins? haha wat.

 

Stud Muffins lost a close vote. Huffington Post pushed for Rumble Ponies and it won.

[Brownie19]

I like the Port Charlotte Stone Crabs.

[King]

I like the new Fire Frogs name in the FSL. I forget the location

 

Seems like teams are embracing the wacky minor league names more than ever

[Grant77]

I like the new Fire Frogs name in the FSL. I forget the location

 

Seems like teams are embracing the wacky minor league names more than ever

 

That was the Atlanta Braves new affiliate.

[TheHurl]

I like the new Fire Frogs name in the FSL. I forget the location

 

Seems like teams are embracing the wacky minor league names more than ever

 

I liked it too. I just thought it should be Kissimee Fire Frogs. Not Florida Fire Frogs. It's the Florida State League...having a Florida named team is stupid.

[TheHurl]

Brett Honeywell bringing the screwball back...

 

[Brownie19]

Brett Honeywell bringing the screwball back...

 

 

That's a brutal angle

[Grant77]

Brett Honeywell bringing the screwball back...

 

 

Last guy I recall with a pitch like that was former Jay Robert Coello.