Post by cet on Jan 11, 2012 3:02:43 GMT -5
Chris Iannetta
Todd Helton
Jonathan Herrera
Troy Tulowitzki
Carlos Gonzalez
Dexter Fowler
Seth Smith
Jhoulys Chacin
Alex White
Rafael Bentancourt
Huston Street
Matt Belisle
Rex Brothers
Eric Young JR
Chris Nelson
1) Nolan Arenado, 3B, Grade A-: I love the combination of power production and a very low strikeout rate, just 53 whiffs in 517 at-bats. I also like his defense at third base, where he combines steadily-improving reliability with a strong arm and decent range. Scouts love his bat as much as the numbers do. Only negative is lack of speed, but he has All-Star potential.
2) Drew Pomeranz, LHP, Grade A-: Lost velocity late in the year, but had extenuating circumstances (two-week layoff because of the trade with Cleveland, followed by appendectomy) and was still effective even with less zip on the fastball. Projects as a number two starter but could use some Triple-A action to polish up his changeup.
3) Chad Bettis, RHP, Grade B: Borderline B+. 95 MPH sinker and a nasty slider were too much for California League hitters. Still working on curveball and changeup, preventing B+ at this time, but I like him a lot. Could be a number three starter or possibly a closer
4) Trevor Story, SS, Grade B: More power than most shortstops, and he can stick at the position. Great arm, error rate should improve with experience. Also takes walks and steals bases. Main concern is tendency to uppercut, which could reduce batting average at higher levels. With proper development he can be a B+/A- prospect a year from now. . .perhaps more.
5) Tim Wheeler, OF, Grade B: Broad range of skills: tapped into his power last year with 33 homers (plus three more in Arizona Fall League), could also steal 20 bases a year, draws some walks. Problems with left-handed pitching and a high strikeout rate preclude higher grade right now.
6) Tyler Anderson, LHP, Grade B: Borderline B-. Polished strike-thrower from University of Oregon, stuff is a tick better than the typical college finesse pitcher. Should be a fine number three starter assuming he doesn't catch whatever contagion messed up Christian Friedrich.
7) Wilin Rosario, C, Grade B-: Terrific throwing arm and plenty of power, but strike zone judgment has deteriorated. Looks like he may end up something like Miguel Olivo.
8) Kyle Parker, OF, Grade B-: Former Clemson quarterback has excellent power, but also has serious contact issues. We need to see what he can do outside the South Atlantic League and friendly Asheville.
9) Joe Gardner, RHP, Grade B-: I like him more than the numbers say I should, but I love the movement on his fastball. Could end up in relief if secondary pitches remain inconsistent.
10) Josh Rutledge, SS, Grade C+: Borderline B-. Hit .348/.414/.517 in the California League, stole 16 bases. Plate discipline has improved since college at Alabama but could still use work. Likely to wind up at second base.
11) Kent Matthes, OF, Grade C+: Borderline B-: California League MVP hit .334 with 23 homers in just 371 at-bats, season cut short by broken hand. Turns 25 next month, has strike zone issues, need to see at higher levels.
12) Charlie Blackmon, OF, Grade C+: Perfect fourth outfielder profile: some power, some speed, makes contact, solid glove.
13) Edwar Cabrera, LHP, Grade C+: Overmatched A-ball hitters with decent fastball and incredible changeup, still working on breaking ball. Scouts remain lukewarm despite superior numbers and we need to see him in Double-A.
14) Christian Friedrich, LHP, Grade C+: Two disappointing Double-A seasons and this time he doesn't have excuse of a sore elbow. Stock has slipped, but still has a live arm and a chance to be a fourth starter or a relief option.
15) Tyler Matzek, LHP, Grade C+: He's still got the stuff. After going back to his high school mechanics, his command improved from abysmally awful to merely quite poor. Very difficult to get a read on. He had some good games late for Asheville, but some lousy ones, too. You could order Cabrera, Friedrich, and Matzek in any way, depending on if you are most scared of Cabrera's lack of breaking ball, Friedrich's crappy seasons in Double-A, or Matzek's command collapse.
17) Rosell Herrera, SS, Grade C+: Will wind up at third base or outfield. Scouts like his switch-hitting offensive potential despite so-so numbers in the Pioneer League. Young at 18, still raw, high upside.
18) Rafael Ortega, OF, Grade C+: Didn't wow with his stats in the Sally League, but has tools, some speed and power potential, good glove, still just 20.
19) Rob Scahill, RHP, Grade C+: Inning-eater with a nice sinker, good slider, chance to surprise in 2012 if he can improve his command.
20) Hector Gomez, SS, Grade C: Strong glove, has some power and speed, injuries and plate discipline problems have held him back, could be a solid utility guy.
21) Cristhian Adames, SS
22) Jayson Aquino, LHP
23) Albert Campos, RHP
24) Andrew Brown, OF
25) Corey Dickerson, OF
26) Ben Paulsen, 1B
27) Parker Frazier, RHP
28) Dan Houston, RHP
29) Jordan Pacheco, C
Todd Helton
Jonathan Herrera
Troy Tulowitzki
Carlos Gonzalez
Dexter Fowler
Seth Smith
Jhoulys Chacin
Alex White
Rafael Bentancourt
Huston Street
Matt Belisle
Rex Brothers
Eric Young JR
Chris Nelson
1) Nolan Arenado, 3B, Grade A-: I love the combination of power production and a very low strikeout rate, just 53 whiffs in 517 at-bats. I also like his defense at third base, where he combines steadily-improving reliability with a strong arm and decent range. Scouts love his bat as much as the numbers do. Only negative is lack of speed, but he has All-Star potential.
2) Drew Pomeranz, LHP, Grade A-: Lost velocity late in the year, but had extenuating circumstances (two-week layoff because of the trade with Cleveland, followed by appendectomy) and was still effective even with less zip on the fastball. Projects as a number two starter but could use some Triple-A action to polish up his changeup.
3) Chad Bettis, RHP, Grade B: Borderline B+. 95 MPH sinker and a nasty slider were too much for California League hitters. Still working on curveball and changeup, preventing B+ at this time, but I like him a lot. Could be a number three starter or possibly a closer
4) Trevor Story, SS, Grade B: More power than most shortstops, and he can stick at the position. Great arm, error rate should improve with experience. Also takes walks and steals bases. Main concern is tendency to uppercut, which could reduce batting average at higher levels. With proper development he can be a B+/A- prospect a year from now. . .perhaps more.
5) Tim Wheeler, OF, Grade B: Broad range of skills: tapped into his power last year with 33 homers (plus three more in Arizona Fall League), could also steal 20 bases a year, draws some walks. Problems with left-handed pitching and a high strikeout rate preclude higher grade right now.
6) Tyler Anderson, LHP, Grade B: Borderline B-. Polished strike-thrower from University of Oregon, stuff is a tick better than the typical college finesse pitcher. Should be a fine number three starter assuming he doesn't catch whatever contagion messed up Christian Friedrich.
7) Wilin Rosario, C, Grade B-: Terrific throwing arm and plenty of power, but strike zone judgment has deteriorated. Looks like he may end up something like Miguel Olivo.
8) Kyle Parker, OF, Grade B-: Former Clemson quarterback has excellent power, but also has serious contact issues. We need to see what he can do outside the South Atlantic League and friendly Asheville.
9) Joe Gardner, RHP, Grade B-: I like him more than the numbers say I should, but I love the movement on his fastball. Could end up in relief if secondary pitches remain inconsistent.
10) Josh Rutledge, SS, Grade C+: Borderline B-. Hit .348/.414/.517 in the California League, stole 16 bases. Plate discipline has improved since college at Alabama but could still use work. Likely to wind up at second base.
11) Kent Matthes, OF, Grade C+: Borderline B-: California League MVP hit .334 with 23 homers in just 371 at-bats, season cut short by broken hand. Turns 25 next month, has strike zone issues, need to see at higher levels.
12) Charlie Blackmon, OF, Grade C+: Perfect fourth outfielder profile: some power, some speed, makes contact, solid glove.
13) Edwar Cabrera, LHP, Grade C+: Overmatched A-ball hitters with decent fastball and incredible changeup, still working on breaking ball. Scouts remain lukewarm despite superior numbers and we need to see him in Double-A.
14) Christian Friedrich, LHP, Grade C+: Two disappointing Double-A seasons and this time he doesn't have excuse of a sore elbow. Stock has slipped, but still has a live arm and a chance to be a fourth starter or a relief option.
15) Tyler Matzek, LHP, Grade C+: He's still got the stuff. After going back to his high school mechanics, his command improved from abysmally awful to merely quite poor. Very difficult to get a read on. He had some good games late for Asheville, but some lousy ones, too. You could order Cabrera, Friedrich, and Matzek in any way, depending on if you are most scared of Cabrera's lack of breaking ball, Friedrich's crappy seasons in Double-A, or Matzek's command collapse.
17) Rosell Herrera, SS, Grade C+: Will wind up at third base or outfield. Scouts like his switch-hitting offensive potential despite so-so numbers in the Pioneer League. Young at 18, still raw, high upside.
18) Rafael Ortega, OF, Grade C+: Didn't wow with his stats in the Sally League, but has tools, some speed and power potential, good glove, still just 20.
19) Rob Scahill, RHP, Grade C+: Inning-eater with a nice sinker, good slider, chance to surprise in 2012 if he can improve his command.
20) Hector Gomez, SS, Grade C: Strong glove, has some power and speed, injuries and plate discipline problems have held him back, could be a solid utility guy.
21) Cristhian Adames, SS
22) Jayson Aquino, LHP
23) Albert Campos, RHP
24) Andrew Brown, OF
25) Corey Dickerson, OF
26) Ben Paulsen, 1B
27) Parker Frazier, RHP
28) Dan Houston, RHP
29) Jordan Pacheco, C