2012 The Book
Back for 2012, the first edition of this season's series gives the initial look at outfielder Bryce Brentz in Double-A.The Book: 4.16.1...Read More
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Today's edition of The Book takes a detailed look at Jackie Bradley, Jr. progression from High A to Double-A.The Book: 6.25.12...Read More
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Thorough as always. The common thread that winds its way through your analysis of his defensive and offensive skills is what might be called eye-ball coordination. Given the way he's off at the crack...
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My theory from when I saw him in Frederick: he'll need to get his front foot down earlier to be able to handle pitches all over the plate. He was planting that thing quite late when I saw him, not...
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Latest Scouting Scratch. Brentz, Bradley, and more.Scouting Scratch: 7.3.12
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The Book checks in on Stolmy Pimentel and where he is likely to ultimately end up.The Book: 7.5.12
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The Book returns with an in depth look at 2012 supplemental first round selection Pat Light. The Book: 8.7.12
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Here is a pitch by pitch video of Pat Light's start on July 30th. http://www.youtube.com/wa...A4Ghw88&feature=youtu.be
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As usual, this was just excellent. It gave me a real feel for the guy, what his strengths are, and how he has to grow to take advantage of those strengths. Thanks.
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Chris, it sounds like you don't see him as a starter long term? If you do, I'm guessing it is back-end of the rotation.
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JT, that is correct, we currently don't see him as a starter long term, but he could project as a late inning bullpen arm.
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New edition of The Book now up on SP News.The Book: Evaluating the arms
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Great stuff Chris. Just curious, I'm not asking you to name sources, but typically how many sources go into your reports? I assume sometimes it's just the SP staff, but I'm guessing you and the staff...
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Depends. I won't write up a player in detail until I have seen him at least once and usually like a a few scouting opportunities or an extended look over multiple days like Fall Instructs to get my...
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Chris Mellen wrote: Depends. I won't write up a player in detail until I have seen him at least once and usually like a a few scouting opportunities or an extended look over multiple days ...Read More
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Following with the theme of the last edition looking at the arms within the system, today's The Book dives into the position players in the upper minors.Read More
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Great job as usual, Chris. My question is specific to Bryce Brentz. With the power and solid defense, he could be a solid player for the Sox if he can make consistent contact. I am wondering if you...
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JimRiceRocks wrote: My question is specific to Bryce Brentz. With the power and solid defense, he could be a solid player for the Sox if he can make consistent co...Read More
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Today's The Book takes a first look at the newly aquired Allen Webster.The Book: 8.30.12
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