Monthly Archives: August 2008

PPR Mailbag: How good is Michael Main?

Posted on August 31, 2008 by Jeremy

Yes! I received my first email asking a question requesting analysis of a prospect. Today we look at young Texas Rangers fireballing prospect Michael Main. Background: Main was one of the Rangers’ 1st round selections (24th overall) in the … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Michael Bowden

Posted on August 31, 2008 by Jeremy

Michael Bowden was victorious in his first MLB start tonight against the Chicago White Sox. Bowden who was called up to replace the injured Josh Beckett in the rotation pitched five solid innings surrendering two runs on seven hits … Continue reading →

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Travis Snider to Make MLB Debut Tonight

Posted on August 29, 2008 by Jeremy

The future is now for the Blue Jays’ 2006 1st round selection. Shortly after designating Matt Stairs for assignment, Toronto promoted the 20 year old Travis Snider for the 4th time this season. Snider pushed the envelope by hammering … Continue reading →

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8/27 Low-A Minor League Report

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Jeremy

Adam Coe 3-4 2 HR(7) 3 RBI—.249 7 HR 42 RBI 14BB/94K (thought this guy would be better) Freddie Freeman 2-4 R RBI—Cooled off lately (.222 5 RBI 11K last 10 games) Cody Johnson 3-4 HR(25) 4 RBI—.303 … Continue reading →

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8/26 High-A Minor League Report

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Jeremy

Here’s a nice compilation of prospect performances from the California, Carolina, and Florida State leagues… Jon Still 1-5 HR(22) RBI—Slumping lately (5-32 2 HR 6 RBI last 10 games) Jason Place 1-4 HR(17) RBI—.246 17 HR 58 RBI 144 … Continue reading →

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8/26 AA Minor League Report

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Jeremy

AA is far and away my favorite level to prospect as it seems that the best prospects congregate there and give you the best glimpse of who is real deal and what they project to do at the major league … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back Team USA!

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Jeremy

Fresh off of their Bronze Medal-winning Olympic experience, many Team USA members rejoined their MILB lineups after a month of international competition. While many are likely still recovering from jet lag, some did play in last night’s games. Here’s … Continue reading →

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8/25 AAA Minor League Report

Posted on August 26, 2008 by Jeremy

I am back after a couple days off! Here’s what happened in last night’s AAA games Kila Ka’aihue 1-3 2B R 2BB—.320 35 HR 96 RBI 98 BB 1.096 OPS Max Ramirez 2-6 HR(21) 2 RBI—.316 2 HR 6 … Continue reading →

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8/22 Low A Minor League Report

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Jeremy

Brandon Waring 2-3 HR( 18 ) 2 RBI 2B—.267 18 HR 64 RBI 147 K’s Jonathan Kibler 5 IP 6H 3 ER BB 5K—14-5 1.75 ERA 126K/154IP Jeremy Horst 5.1 IP 6H ER BB K (W)—7-2 2.53 ERA … Continue reading →

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8/22 High A Minor League Report

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Jeremy

With the Florida State League virtually underwater, the prospect list is a little shorter than usual… Cedric Hunter 2-3 2R 2B RBI BB—.321 94 R 176H 10 HR 77 RBI 12 SB (just 20 years old) Ryan Mount 2-4 HR(15) … Continue reading →

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