7/12-13 Minors Thread
by sprite on Jul 12, 2011 11:45 AM CDT
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PrintSon of Judeska and Chesmond is back in action tonight.
7/12
7/13
Spokane: David Perez 9:00
Myrtle Beach: Miguel De Los Santos 6:05
Round Rock: ASG
AZRL: Blackwell?
Our midway Zachary Phillips update. Very meh. 4.43era with a 3.85 FIP and .333 BABIP. But if you take away his numbers in day games (2.1ip 9r 8er) his numbers are back to a 2.98 era with a 2:1 K/B ratio. He's still not doing well when he comes in with runners on, which is definitely a concern. Oh well.
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Slow day in the minors today
Sucks when it’s also a slow few days in the majors
Lookin forward to DPerez and Buckel tomorrow. And to see how many walks MDLS can throw up
Any news on how many games Odor and West have gotten?
What's the rumpus?
Profar begins next year at AA.
I hope he can put on a bit of weight this offseason.
Let’s look at that potential 2012 Frisco team:
Perez, Erlin, Loux, Grimm, Wieland
Olt, Profar, Chirino?, 1B (Bianucci? Mendonca? McGuiness?)
Beltre, Strausborger, RF (Richmond? Bianucci?)
Frisco would be worth obsessing over if the Rangers didn’t also have prospect awesomeness coming in at Hickory and MB.
Hickory: DPerez, Payano, Lamb, Matthews, Alfaro, Odor, Robinson, Hanser, West
MB: Buckel, Jackson, Tepesch, Cone, Skole, Deglan, Telis, Villanueva
Rock the J2, JD!
Profar might end the year in Frisco
Josh Hamilton: "I just show up, look at the lineup and play where I’m told. If they want me to catch, I’ll catch."
Jon Daniels on relationship with #Rangers Young: "I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." 2/19/11
Nah. He's the Captain in Hickory, and it makes sense to let him finish the season there for two reasons.
(1) Let him lead that team into the post season.
(2) He needs a little meat on his bones before regularly facing guys 5-6 years older than him.
Rock the J2, JD!
With Ross probably replacing him in Frisco?
"He’s the boomstick, you know what I mean?" -Ian Kinsler
I think the most likely destination for Erlin to start 2012 is AAA
I think there’s an outside chance he gets a shot at the ML rotation in ST.
"I'll text AJM a picture of my junk if he wants to use it" by ab03 on Jul 7, 2011 9:30 PM CDT
he's so polished for a 20 yr old HS kid
pretty unreal the way he’s pitched the two years in full season ball… Im not sure you’d find someone with his k/bb ratios at his age anywhere in the minors.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
In the past 5 years
Only one pitcher has thrown up a season of 7+ K/BB: Madison Bumgarner (7.81) in his low-A age 18 season in 2008.
Erlin is sitting at an even 10.0 right now. Of course, the Blue Jays have something called a Nestor Molina floating around in A+ with an 11.63, but screw him.
by Outworlder47 on Jul 12, 2011 10:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Perez, Erlin, possibly Wieland
in AAA.
Profar will be a Dodger. Clayton Kershaw will be a Ranger.
Kidding about the last thing. Too improbable.
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I would love to see Kershaw here.
How old will he be when he’s a free agent? 26? I bet he’d love to come pitch for Nolan Ryan since he grew up here. But if we decided to accelerate the process and give the Dodgers some prospects I’d be for it. He’d be a nice replacement if CJ leaves…
Well, the Dodgers just acquired Juan Rivera, so they apparently are in a dealing mood.
But, if the Rangers actually traded for Kershaw, I would quit my job, move to back to the state I swore I’d never return to, and sell blood for season tickets, living in whatever shack I can find in Arlington.
Rock the J2, JD!
So how much would it take to get Kershaw?
Obviously you’d give Profar and Perez. What else would you give?
by texas-sooner on Jul 12, 2011 3:22 PM CDT up reply actions
What else would you want to give or have to give?
Pretty much everything is the answer to the latter.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
So from the Dodgers point of view...
and with the financial situation they are in and being pretty bad, is it reasonable or plausible that we can pry him away?
by texas-sooner on Jul 12, 2011 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Almost certainly not.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions
If I were the Dodgers
What you would have to give me for Kershaw would be so outrageous that it would make everyone in baseball say “holy shit, the Dodgers just raped (team X).”
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
It will be a while for this bankruptcy to play out, and the owner is in no hurry
to divest himself of his best assets.
A move to rebuild would have to be a sign from McCourt that he’s willing to undo everything he’s done.
No one is going to come in and make them have a fire sale anytime soon.
Rock the J2, JD!
Well, we could turn this into a really fun hypothetical thread and ask everyone who they would be willing
to blow up the farm to acquire. As deep as the farm system is, this trade could blow it up.
Dan Haren netted Brett Anderson, Chris Carter, Carlos Gonzalez (a piece of the Matt Holliday trade), Greg Smith, Dana Evelend.
Why the Dodgers would trade him is beyond me, but I would guess you need upside at nearly every level to beat the market for him, especially this year.
Holland or Harrison (ML ready), Perez (AAA), Wieland (AA), Profar (A) seems stout, but even that might be light this year.
Maybe you could keep Profar and give a couple other A-level guys.
Rock the J2, JD!
I don't see how that trade happens without Profar.
Shooting totally in the dark, I think the Dodgers would want something like Perez, Erlin, Profar, Olt, and two of something like Jackson and Buckel.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Too much too far away.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions
So make it NeRa, Perez, Profar, and Olt.
Do you think that gets it done?
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
And Erlin.
I meant to include him.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
And Elin?
So essentially the Top 5 non-Kingly prospects?
That’s probably the amount of hurt you are looking for, though I’m not sure that the Dodgers wouldn’t rather have someone like Holland than Erlin.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Probably not, and I agree they would want players closer to contributing, because
he has to keep them as a good draw on TV. They’re already gonna lose Matt Kemp.
Has to be a good amount of ML-ready talent along with high upside farm talent.
Throw Holland into that trade and it’s gotta be close.
With no other pitchers on the market, there could be no end to the bidding, except the July 31 deadline.
Rock the J2, JD!
I think they'll keep Erlin in AA until he shows a better capability to avoid HRs.
It might not take him long into next season to do that.
Yeah, Perez it seems will likely be in AAA to start next season. So, maybe, Frisco is Erlin, Loux, Wieland, Grimm, MDLS.
Hopefully, Font will be back in the mix at MB.
Rock the J2, JD!
Arkansas isn't exactly a team with a lot of pop.
They have the fewest HR in the Texas League.
He’s improving, I agree. It’s hard to believe he’ll surpass his MB innings in his next Frisco start.
Still. AAA is as much for stashing quick call ups as it is for prospect development. I don’t see mErlin being on their list of early season call ups next year, though he’s certainly on pace for a September 2012 cup of coffee.
Rock the J2, JD!
Parks told me
Erlin is probably closer to the majors than Perez.
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but I'd rather not see either one of them
for a while.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Wow...
just throwing this out there but does that make someone like Holland or Harrison available down the line?
by texas-sooner on Jul 12, 2011 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Why would it?
Just because they’re lefties? That doesn’t make sense. Those two guys are still young and controllable.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
No I wasn't talking about lefties....
more so rotation space
by texas-sooner on Jul 12, 2011 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Despite how things have gone so far this year,
these things have a way of working themselves out quite quickly. Realistically, the Rangers should go into each season with 7-8 options ready to pitch throughout the course of the year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions
yea, Im pretty sure the rangers are convinced his mental state
is just too uncertain going forward.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
Only for somebody who is a #2 type pitcher with more than one year left
on their contract.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Parks thinks Mr. Pearez heads to AAA this year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions
The more I look at what Perez has done this year, the more sense that makes.
He’s near the top in FIP (7th for pitchers with more than 50 IP) and got there by vastly improving on his H/9 and HR. Folks around here still bitch about his inconsistency and walks, but he’s improved in those two areas this year, even if he isn’t the present Ace we all want him to be.
He’s deserving of a reward and a new challenge and some work with Terry Clark.
Rock the J2, JD!
I don't disagree.
I just want for people to realize that a realistic time table for him involves not seeing him with the Rangers until 2013. He may show up next year, but we shouldn’t expect/count on it.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions
I think the worst is with Profar.
If you carefully look at what Parks has been saying about him, it’s that he’s a very polished player who is mature for his age and would be able to handle a more advanced assignment now/soon.
I feel like this is getting mixed in with Profar’s numbers to create more helium for Profar than is warranted. At some point, Profar will likely be considered a Top 10 talent and people will assume that means he can be the next Alex Rodriguez or some such all based on the assumption that a very young player performing well at a relatively high level means that the ceiling is truly outrageous.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions
I trust what Parks says completely about the people that he has seen.
With Profar, Parks hasn’t seen him (outside of the two Futures Game ABs) to the point that I give him the deference I normally would.
The people who have seen him, though, paint a very different picture of his potential. A picture that has basically exploded this season as Profar has. And I’m not one of the ones that thinks “ceilings” for prospects don’t change— I have no idea how Profar’s ceiling hasn’t gone up over the course of this year.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
That's a good point,
but I still think we need to be wary of the idea that one of the things that’s making Profar so good right now (his in game awareness) is hard to project a ceiling for. It means that he will likely get the most out of his tools, but we aren’t talking about the tools of Hanley Ramirez.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Certainly not.
That needs to be said again— Profar is not the second-coming of Hanley Ramirez (or at least, he’s almost certainly not; I’m not a scout).
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
And when I say that "Parks hasn't seen him," I meant to include the word "recently."
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Profar to AA this year
That’s just nuts. It would shock me if this happened. Profar to AA at this time next year? maybe, but we shouldn’t expect it.
I think with the inebriation, comes a lack of faith as well. Talking about guys like Martin perez as a borderline bust or guys like Roman mendez having a mediocre year so far and thus not looking at him as anything but another Carlos Melo. Loux not being in the same class as Erlin. Mendonca striking out too much to be worth anything, etc etc
I sometimes get wrapped up in the hysteria too, but the steps up that some of these players are making are crazy (NeRa, Wieland, Profar, Odor) and shouldn’t be expected for every prospect in the system
What's the rumpus?
Profar probably starts next season at AA.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Let's see how he does the rest of the year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 12, 2011 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions
So what happens
if he doesn’t? Will you be down on him for not meeting your expectation? Will he become less of a prospect in your eyes because of this? This is what I’m seeing happen with Martin Perez and it’s funny/sad
What's the rumpus?
No. That's a strange series of questions.
I don’t base my view of our prospects entirely on where they play. I read whatever I can find about them, watch whatever I can, and trust our organization to know what is best.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
I wouldn't expect it from you
but many out there see a prospect’s status diminish if they don’t matriculate up the ladder as quickly as another prospect or as they’d like or hoped.
Marteen is a good example. He got stuck at AA to figure things out which is no knock on a 20 year old, but some think because he’s not in line for a call up now, he’s less of a prospect.
What's the rumpus?
A.W.E.S.O.M.E.
don’t even get my hopes up.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
The waves of talent is what gets me excited
2009 – 2010 was exciting because we saw so many players promoted, but on the inverse of that, the minors were laid a little bare. 2010 was a pretty slow year on the minors front with only a few players stepping up but more taking a step back or just getting traded.
But unless we have a massive graduation next year (Schepp, MPerez, Leonys, NeRa) the minors will continue to produce excitement at every level. And at every level I mean all 6 levels. Mind boggling when before we were fortunate to see Hurley+Whittleman+Lemon in the same game
What's the rumpus?
I was just thinking the other day how when Danks was drafted, he immediately went near the top of the prospect rankings.
There’s almost no aspect of the organization that isn’t worth being excited about right now.
The farm system has exciting players at every level, and a new crop of awesome signed on the International FA market (ok, I feel a little tinge of dimming effect from the draft, though I’m warming to Matthews over Daniel Norris).
We get reports from Cole and Parks.
Big club is in 1st place and looking to add an impact piece, great public relations coming out of the FO, upgrades to the park.
At this moment, we can’t even rag on MY, much.
Rock the J2, JD!
It's a great feeling isn't it?
Josh Hamilton: "I just show up, look at the lineup and play where I’m told. If they want me to catch, I’ll catch."
Jon Daniels on relationship with #Rangers Young: "I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." 2/19/11
Been nice if the Rangers could have signed him
LHP Drew Pomeranz named Indians Minor League Player of the Week. He earned 3rd win on July 6 vs Lynchburg (7.0IP, 3H, 0R, 2BB, 7K).
Josh Hamilton: "I just show up, look at the lineup and play where I’m told. If they want me to catch, I’ll catch."
Jon Daniels on relationship with #Rangers Young: "I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." 2/19/11
Hickory doing work
knock out the starter after .1ip. Son of Judeska and Chesmond with a homer, Telis with a homer and Skole with a walk.
Nice. I didn't realize the game had started for some reason.
It looks like the entire lineup benefited from the time off.
He has already shown more power this season than he had in Spokane, and still walks more than he strikes out
If this power surge is legit… ohhhh
He's about to be 24.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
another single
for Profar, and one for Skole as well.
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
I think he's considered so raw
defensively that it’s too early to tell.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
he's going the Mike Kirkman path
no worries
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
Hickory 11 West Virginia 5
Profar: 2-5, HR (9), 1B, SB (11), CS (7)
Skole: 2-4, 2 1Bs, BB, K, SB (14), CS (8), also picked off at first
by SaltyDawg on Jul 12, 2011 11:04 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
17 year old Luis Marte 2-4, 2B(12), BB
.328/.348/.472 in 33 games this year
12 2B | 0 3B | 2 HR | 5 BB | 20 SO
Hmm.
He needs to be on lists. Important lists.
"I'll text AJM a picture of my junk if he wants to use it" by ab03 on Jul 7, 2011 9:30 PM CDT
Could've been worse
scottrlucas
Spokane suspensions: reliever Matt West 6 games, 2B Rougned Odor, pitchers Santo Perez & Jose Monegro 3. 51 players fined (Spo + Vancouver).
saw that as a 51 game suspension at first and was like dude what the fuck
>mfw
by MonkeyEpoxy on Jul 12, 2011 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions
I saw it as a 3.51 game suspension
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
so we get them back, what, after one out in the 6th inning of the 4th game from now?
Not likely to happen, but dreams are the foundation of baseball, so dream away. - JParks
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Since this is the minors thread
Check out this future Ranger in the year 2027 Here
Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons.
Swings a little off the front foot
A little work with our development staff, though, and I’m thinking HOF’er
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Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
that might be an understatement...
lots of big numbers in the future category…
JD’s like, "you want some f*&#ing pitching? Here’s all the pitching you can stand. Now choke on it, b*#&hes!"- RCCook
LSB: "Oh s#*t, JD. You crazy!"
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pressboxchatter Riders Pressbox
Including both AA and AAA, Leonys Martin has seen 118 pitches in July and swung and missed 5 times. He is averaging 3.69 P/PA in July.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
by Aqua on Jul 13, 2011 4:27 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Holy bat control
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
, Batman.
Thought I should finish the sentence, as there was a pun you missed. Though not as creative a pun as you typically throw down.
Rock the J2, JD!
the word bat is already in my post
and I’m tired.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
From Callis's chat at BA today.
Jim Callis: Yankees fans, repeat after me: The Mariners are not trading you Hernandez.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
by Aqua on Jul 13, 2011 4:30 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Also from that chat...
Bryan (San Francisco): There were seven LHPs listed in your mid season top 50 (Moore, Perez, Banuelos, Pomeranz, Skaggs, Montgomery, Erlin). My guess is the rankings predict who will ultimately be the best, but of the seven listed who do you think will get to the big leagues first? Thanks.
Jim Callis: Perez. Though I think Moore is ready right now.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
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Kevin (Toronto): If you presume the first round June Draftees will all be signed which team has the best farm system? KC must have dropped with the promotions of Hosmer and Moustakas.
Jim Callis: I do presume that . . . J.J. Cooper and I talked about this in the podcast today, and it might be the Rangers or Rays.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
by Aqua on Jul 13, 2011 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
I'm going to listen to that podcast tonight.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
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Paul (Fall River, MA): Who is the better SS prospect, Machado or Profar?
Jim Callis: Machado for me because of more offensive upside, but it’s close. Profar is no slouch with the bat and a better bet to stay at shortstop.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
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Sean (Kansas City): How soon could Leonys Martin be up?
Jim Callis: In time to be eligible for the postseason roster.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
I don't know.
Just seems to happen.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
wow
Perez over Moore? I think Perez is at the most optimistic a 2012 september call-up. Moore doesn’t make it up before then?
What's the rumpus?
TB is notoriously slow with their pitching prospects.
Took Hellickson FOREVER to get up, even when he clearly should have been the entire time.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
I kind of think it makes sense
if you can’t Longoria them. Realistically, you want players from 24-30 on your MLB team.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 14, 2011 9:54 AM CDT up reply actions
And if we had a team like we had 3-4 years ago
Neil Ramirez and Martin Perez would have been up already just because there would’ve been a real need for them. But we have the luxury to let them develop more.
And when TB has 5 good starters in their rotation they can afford to leave the prospects marinate on the farm. But Moore out of the bullpen next year with that arsenal would be pretty sick
What's the rumpus?
These Crawdads are on everything right now.
2B for Profar, 2B for Clark, 1B for Richmond, SF for Herrera
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
The rangers minor leagues=awesome
Just ask vancouver
Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons.
Rangers Minor Leaguers
on you before you see them.
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Yeah, we're going to ignore whatever it was that Santo Perez was doing that he called punching.
Odor more than had enough skill for both.
it's because they all look like
little leaguers. on you before they look old enough to drive.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Mendez
also struck out the first two batters he faced
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Mendez 2nd
Hitter 1: Justin Howard
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2 – Fastball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3 – Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 4 – Slider (Ball)
Pitch 5 – Fastball (Swinging Strike)
Hitter 2: Andy Vasquez
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Breaking Ball (Ball)
Pitch 3: GB to 2B Herrera
Hitter 3: Diaz
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Curveball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 4: Slider (Swinging Strike)
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
I think he's offended that we haven't ranked him yet.
I see how it has happened, but it’s kind of insane that he hasn’t been ranked yet.
Motherfuckers hit Profar in his 2nd AB
someone call Matt West, he has a bitch to hit.
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Hickory 3rd
Profar HBP
Cafiesto bunt 1B
Clark 3R HR (a shot)
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
My favorite part of this
Is that Hickory is, on average, a year younger than the rest of the league.
by Outworlder47 on Jul 13, 2011 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Heh, I wonder, since the suspension was from the NWL
If that would carry over to the Carolina League.
My mind just says throw ball throw hard and strike. - Marteen
3 now through 2 IP.
But 2 BB, as well.
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"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
I'm listening to the West Virgina power radio feed for the Hickory game
Their announcer just went on about how why he thinks Savannah has such a low team ERA and said he thinks there’s some scoring adjustments going on when they play on their home field. He then went on to say he’s not trying to suggest collusion…..he’s coming out and directly saying it is happening. It was awkward to hear his tangent.
Mendez 3rd
Hitter 1: Norris
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 2 – 1B to LF Skole – Nice play to keep him to a 1B
Hitter 2: Eric Avila
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 2 – Curveball (Ball)
Pitch 3 – Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 4 – Fastball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 5 – Breaking Ball – Popup to C Deglan
Hitter 3: Drew Maggi
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Slider (called Strike)
Pitch 3: Slider (foul)
Pitch 4: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 5: Fastball (Called Strike)
Hitter 4: Cravat
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Fastball (Foul)
Pitch 3: Breaking Ball – 1B to RF Richmond
Hitter 5: Rojas Jr.
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 3: Change (Foul)
Pitch 4: 1B to RF Richmond
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Villanueva guns down the runner advancing to 2nd
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Mendez 4th
Hitter 1: White
Pitch 1: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Slider (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3: Fastball (Swinging Strike)
Hitter 2: Howard
Pitch 1: FB to LF Skole
Hitter 3: Vasquez
Pitch 1: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 2: Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 3: Breaking Ball (Ball)
Pitch 4: Fastball (Foul)
Pitch 5: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 6: Fastball – Popup to C Deglan
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Mendez 5th
Hitter 1: Diaz
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 2 – Curveball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3 – Slider (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 4 – Fastball (Ball)
Hitter 2: Norris
Pitch 1: Ball
Pitch 2: Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 3: Breaking Ball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 4: Slider (Foul)
Pitch 5: Breaking Ball (Swinging Strike)
Hitter 3: Avila
Pitch 1: Fastball (Foul)
Pitch 2: Curveball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3: Popup to SS Profar
Hitter 4: Drew Maggi
Pitch 1: Breaking Ball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2: Curveball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3: Fastball (Foul)
Pitch 4: Slider (swinging STrike)
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
damn, that slider
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
single to RF
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Skole crushes one to CF
Standup triple. Haters gonna hate.
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Mendez 6th
Hitter 1 – 10 Pitch BB
Hitter 2 – Rojas JR
-Sac Bunt
Hitter 3 -
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Called Strike)
Pitch 2 – Fastball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3 – Breaking Ball – GB to P Mendez, FC, RBI – Mendez tried to get the out at home, ball was a bit high, causing Deglan to miss the tag. Close play
Hitter 4: Justin Howard
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Ball)
Pitch 2 – Popup to 2B Herrera
Hitter 5: Vazquez
Pitch 1 – “2B” to CF Martinez – Popup to Teo, who kinda misjudged the ball and ended up letting it drop
Hitter 6: Diaz
Pitch 1 – Fastball (Foul)
Pitch 2 – Curveball (Swinging Strike)
Pitch 3 – Breaking Ball (Ball)
Pitch 4 – Breaking Ball – FB to CF Martinez
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Erlin
pressboxchatter Riders Pressbox
Since being promoted to Frisco, Robbie Erlin has thrown 131 first pitch strikes out of 197 first pitches, which equates to 67% of the time.
as a comparison, Carl Pavano leads the majors at 67.1%
66.5% for mErlin
>mfw
by MonkeyEpoxy on Jul 13, 2011 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Perez 1st
batter 1
1. Called Strike 1
2. FO to Sierra
batter 2
1. Called Strike 1 (FB)
2. Foul
3. Ball 1 (FB up and In)
4. Called Strike 3
batter 3
1. Swinging Strike 1 (FB)
2. Ball1
3. Foul
4. Ball 2 (CB high)
5. Called Strike 3 (FB)
11 pitches, 8 strikes
1 IP | 0 H | 0 R | 0 BB | 2 SO
From Jason Cole
LoneStarDugout Jason Cole
11 pitches, 8 strikes in first for David Perez. Got two strikeouts. Fastball 90-95 mph. Threw one curve that stayed up.
Perez 2nd
batter 1
1-2 when the radio came back
4. Foul
5. FO to CF Cone
batter 2
1. Ball 1 (FB high away)
2. Ball 2 (low away)
3. Single to CF
batter 3
1. Ball 1 (FB low away)
2. Ball 2 (FB low)
3. Called Strike 1 (FB outside corner)
4. Foul
5. 2-R HR to CF
batter 4
1. Swinging Strike 1
2. Ball 1 (CB low outside)
3. Called Strike 2 (FB)
4. Swinging Strike 3 (CB)
batter 5
1. Called Strike 1 (FB)
2. Ball 1 (CB high)
3. Swinging Strike 2 (FB)
4. Single to RF
batter 6
1. Foul
2. Ball 1 (CB in the dirt, runner took 2nd)
3. Ball 2 (low)
4. Single up the middle (runner scores)
batter 7
1. Ball 1 (FB low)
2. Ball 2 (FB)
3. Ball 3 (FB low)
4. GO to P Perez
40 pitches, 25 strikes
2 IP | 4 H | 3 R | 3 ER | 0 BB | 3 SO
Spokane is getting dominated right now.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Hanser might be hurt.
Pulled after the first.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
It seems like he's been hit multiple times this year.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
My favourite thing ever
is to search Youtube for mixes of random NBA players.
i tell the truth; i lie a lot
For whom would you trade him?
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Should we include Engel Beltre
or Miguel Velasquez?
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest" --South Korean Rangers fan
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by Conjunction on Jul 13, 2011 10:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Yep.
And possibly Holland.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 14, 2011 9:58 AM CDT up reply actions
The DSL Rangers played a game so long today that Luis Marte replaced a guy who got 4 ABs
And got 4 ABs on his own.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Some interesting stats from that game
Lantigua: 2-4, 3B, 4 BB, SB(3)
Marte: 2-4, SB(10)
Garia: 2-5, BB, SB(17)
4 BB for Smerling!
Attaboy!
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
.
Nick_Vickerson
There are some strange people in Washington #jussaying
by Judy'sLewinsky on Jul 13, 2011 11:02 PM CDT reply actions
About 435 strange people, give or take
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
actually, make that 535
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
what about aides, lobbyists, etc?
Not likely to happen, but dreams are the foundation of baseball, so dream away. - JParks
"You know you're from Dallas if the Blue Book value on your truck goes up and down depending on how much gas it has in it."
Eric Prince, Director, Department of the Obvious
by Eric Prince on Jul 13, 2011 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
well, 535 is the number of elected officials in the house and senate
so that’s where i went, but i do believe you are right, Vickerson is in Spokane (correct me if I’m wrong, anyone)
Not likely to happen, but dreams are the foundation of baseball, so dream away. - JParks
"You know you're from Dallas if the Blue Book value on your truck goes up and down depending on how much gas it has in it."
Eric Prince, Director, Department of the Obvious
by Eric Prince on Jul 13, 2011 11:54 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't care what he meant
I’m making a lame joke here.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Sounded like a decent outing. Not sure if he's erratic or just not getting calls on the edges.
Can’t wait for Cole to post his thoughts.
Rock the J2, JD!
ran out of gas in the fifth
both of his walks then
>mfw
by MonkeyEpoxy on Jul 13, 2011 11:33 PM CDT up reply actions
KLaw posted his updated top 50
Perez at 10, Profar at 22. No other Rangers.
Seems like he’s just sticking to his guns. The guys he talked to while Leonys was a question mark told him the dude couldn’t hut. So he’s not going to budge until Martin starts raking in the majors.
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest" --South Korean Rangers fan
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I ain't even mad.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Thing is...
his Top 5 or 10 seem more reasonable to me than BA’s. It seems he doesn’t buy into recent hype as much, but I don’t think that’s necessarily a bad thing…though I do think he’s missing the boat on Leonidas.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 14, 2011 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, Martin has only about 140 PAs
so I could understand wanting to wait a bit. But we’ve had lots of reports since he went to Frisco that the bat is for real.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Yep
That’s Ichiro-in-his-prime-type stuff.
Obviously, Ichiro did it in the majors. But it’s still extremely impressive.
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest" --South Korean Rangers fan
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by Conjunction on Jul 14, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions
He might have
also had strong contact ability. But Martin combines that with better plate discipline in both performance and scouting reports.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
and more extra-base hits
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
I remember scouting reports that his plate discipline wasn't an issue, because he was fast enough
that bad contact could still get him on base, and he had decent enough bat control to hit what was thrown.
My mind just says throw ball throw hard and strike. - Marteen
Does anyone know anything about Jose Mavare?
Other than he’s 6’0", 175 and has a tremendous K rate. I know he’s 21 and pitching in a rookie league, but I can’t get past that K rate. It seems like he should finish the year in Spokane, at which point we’ll have a better gauge on his prospect status.
Also, the AAA staff lost Delcarman, McClung and Feldman over the AS break. Can we expect some promotions soon? Fingers crossed for Perez and Flores moving to RR and Loux moving to Frisco.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
He got seven outs last night for the AZL Rangers
All via strikeout.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
unlike most big time K guys
he doesn’t have a bad walk rate. I am very anxious to see him in Spokane.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
Re: AAA staff & promotions ...
Today’s Frisco gamenotes are saying Wieland goes today, TBA Friday, Erlin Saturday. Go look at the calendar and do the math.
hmmm
And RR has a double header tomorrow. That is interesting.
The idea of a RR doubleheader with Ramirez starting game 1 and Perez starting game 2 is about as fap worthy as it gets.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
Then
Let’s hope that Marteen makes it a hard decision to send him back down like it was for NeRa
What's the rumpus?
I don't think this is a spot start
I think this is a legitimate promotion. He was ready.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
I'm going to take a stab here
and say that the he has one AA -plus secondary pitch that confounds complex league hitters (both AZL and DSL) and a fastball that sits 86
haha
yeah, that’s what I was thinking. A single plus offspeed pitch can help a pitcher put up cartoon numbers through pretty high levels in the minors.
See: Ramirez, Edwar.
Still, I’d like to see him face a challange this year, though.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
I'm hoping
The Two Jasons will have a note up on him at some point
that neither seems to have mentioned him
(unless I’ve just missed it) is a note in itself.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
I didn't NP him in my notes, but I wasn't blown away
Mavare is a zone-pounder, with a heavy upper 80s/low 90s FB and a good 11/5 curve with some bite. You can put up good numbers in the AZL if you throw strikes, and Mavare can locate his arsenal. Nothing special.
x
espn_durrett Richard Durrett
Martin Perez is promoted to Triple-A rotation. The ripple effects of starting depth because of Feldman decision. More to come later.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
by Aqua on Jul 14, 2011 4:16 PM CDT reply actions 2 recs
from TRS
Feldman for O’Day
The Rangers have activated pitcher Scott Feldman and optioned pitcher Darren O’Day to Triple A. The Rangers also designated pitcher Zach Phillips for assignment to make room on the 40-man and promoted pitcher Martin Perez to Triple A Round Rock.
the Phillips era is over
Newberg needs some alone time
Well that's unexpected...
and Woooohhoooo, Marteeeen!
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
Does Zach Phillips get claimed?
He’s not a loogy, but he’s a lefty and he’s still only 24. And as mentioned above, you takek out his 30+ ERA in 2.2 day game innings and he’s put up some pretty decent numbers this year.
He seemed like a guy we could package in a trade at the deadline. I wonder if that still happens.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
Its possible
Although some team would have to give up a 40 spot for him but he does have another option left after this season so you could get up to 18 months of him in your system before having to make a decision on whether to keep him or not
Buckel 1st
batter 1
1. Called Strike 1 (FB inside)
2. Foul
3. Ball 1 (FB high 89MPH)
4. Ball 2 (just low)
5. GO to P Buckel
batter 2
1. Ball 1 (high)
2. Ball 2
3. Ball 3 (low in the dirt)
4. Called Strike 1
5. Called Strike 2
6. Foul (FB high)
7. Reaches 1st on Error.
batter 3
1. Called Strike 1
2. Called Strike 2
3. Swinging Strike 3 (CB)
batter 4
1. Ball 1 (low)
2. Ball 2 (up outside)
3. Foul
4. Ball 3 (high inside)
5. Ball 4 (high outside)
batter 5
1. Called Strike 1 (CB)
2. Ball 1
3. Single to RF Martinez. Throw to the plate gets knocked away as the runner scores. A 2nd run scores and the batter advances to 3rd.
batter 6
1. Swinging Strike 1
2. Strike 2
3. Ball 1 (low inside)
4. Swinging Strike 3
27 pitches, 16 strikes, 3 swinging strikes.
I might miss the next inning, have to get the kids ready for bed.
Buckel 2nd
batter 1
1. Ball 1 (low inside)
2. Called Strike 1
3. Ball 2
4. Called Strike 2
5. Swinging Strike 3
batter 2
1. Called Strike 1 (CB)
2. Ball 1
3. Foul
4. Ball 2
5. GO to SS Profar
batter 3
1. Called Strike 1
2. Ball 1
3. Strike 2
4. Ball 2
5. GO to 2B Herrera
42 pitches, 25 strikes
3 SO so far.
Buckel 3rd
batter 1
1. Ball 1
2. Called Strike 1
3. GO to SS Profar
batter 2
1. FO to Skole
batter 3
1. Called Strike 1
2. Swinging Strike 2
3. Ball 1
4. GO to P Buckel
50 pitches, 31 strikes
really managing his pitches after that first inning
this kid is a heady pitcher.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
I asked Parks pre-season if he thought Buckle could make a Top 100
He said no.
I’d like for him to be wrong.
My mind just says throw ball throw hard and strike. - Marteen
Both of the runs in the first were unearned, by the way.
Errors attributed to Skole and Telis.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
The Crawdads laugh
at this puny offensive output. Hickory 2nd:
Walk (Clark)
Single (Richmond)
Strikeout (Villanueva)
Double (Skole)
Sac Fly
Single (Herrera)
Error (Profar)
Groundout (Martinez)
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
Villanueva and Skole
goes back to back.
Haters gonna hate
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
yea, Skole is heating up too uber hot
kid is really starting to put together a very positive year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
OPS
now over 750. As a 19 year old former football player playing in a pitchers park in a pitcher’s league
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
yea, and with that on base percentage too
you have to imagine some of that power is just growing into him too. He could really blow up next year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
6 game hitting streak
10 game on base streak
6 XBH in his last 10 games
Now hitting .430/.550/.650 over his last 10 games
"If the Saints can reach the Superbowl, the Rangers can reach the World Series." - PhilKid
The Animated Ballpark in Arlington
and all these extra base hits after having a drought of them for a while.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
wow, back to back blasts for Villenueva and Jake Skole
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
Skole makes a good running catch to save extra base hits
Buckel has still only given up one hit. Also Weiland is having his struggles in AA, I hope he can do what he’s done at every level previous and figure it out after ten or so starts.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
Rosenberg
now leads the Sally with 17 HR allowed(!), There is only one thing he has in common with Ross.
Link fail.
"I'll text AJM a picture of my junk if he wants to use it" by ab03 on Jul 7, 2011 9:30 PM CDT
thats what I was thinking, I know he has a mid 90's fastball
might play up as a reliever. Definitely seems like the type of struggling minor league starter who could profile pretty well as a RP>
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
J.J. (Cooper?) and Jim Callis
During their BA Top 50 podcast, they said they could easily see Profar as a guy who moves into the top 5 prospects in baseball either this offseason or by the time they do their midseason top 50 next year.
That's what we call a ceiling being moved.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Some other comments towards the end
- Mazara and Guzman would slot in Rangers top 10 at the back, maybe 8-11…kind of off the cuff remark, not sure how much thought was put into it.
*Said Profar’s leap, Martin, Mazara, and Guzman signings, and the MB opening day rotation drive the rangers climb to the #1 system.
*Talked about how a lot of Organizations would have Mazara or Guzman into their top 5. Said it speaks to how strong the Rangers system is currently.
Very interesting.
You should post this in the GDT.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
As usual,
Nice work Tex.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." - Jon Daniels
by GhettoBear04 on Jul 14, 2011 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
A night to forget for Payano.
Let us never speak of it again.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
on the bright side
LoneStarDugout Jason Cole
Fastball lost vela late in the inning but worked low-90s mostly and bumped 94. Just no command today. First 21 pitches were fastballs.
AZL Rangers are explosive. Leading 10-0 through 3
Sardinas 2-2, BB, SB(2)
Akins: 1-2, SB(6)
Urbanus: 2-3 He’s quietly having a good debut season.
Dat Sardinas.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
He's fun to watch
He has wheels. That entire AZL outfield is a relay team waiting to happen. Super athletes.
Has anything changed in your view of Sardinas this year?
Where do you have his ceiling as of right now?
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Basically the same as last season
It’s hard to evaluate him at the plate because of the shoulder. He’s only batting RH at this point, and as a switch-hitter he doesn’t have much experience with the RH/RH matchup. On defense, he looks good, with the purest actions at the position in the system, and a very strong arm (although the mechs aren’t always fluid or fundamental). He’s added a little mass to his lanky frame, but he has a long way to go in that department. His speed is gaining more consistency, as his clocks are routinely in the 70 grade range from the RH.
He’s a true Venezuelan shortstop with plus-plus speed and contact ability with the bat. Despite the injury setback, Sardinas’s ceiling remains quite high. Long way off.
JC
sitting through an dreadful short season game: 15 runs, 12 walks thru 5. Ugh.
holy balls
that sucks, I dont know if you could pay me to sit through that.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
Profar from Badler's Chat today
Jake (Atlanta): Could you see the Braves sending a starter to Texas in a deal for Profar? I’m sure it couldn’t be done for Lowe, more like Jurrjens probably, but with Profar being blocked by Andrus and the Braves needing an SS of the future it seems possible.
Ben Badler: I think there’s a 0.0000144% chance the Rangers ever trade Profar.
More
Joseph (Dallas, TX): Cuthbert is a stud, but Profar has still got to be the best prospect out of the 09 class, right?
Ben Badler: That ‘09 class is shaping up to be a very good one, but I’ll take Profar over any of them.
Martin
Eric (Chicago): Who is the better centerfield prospect, Leonys Martin or Brett Jackson? Do they both have starting jobs early next season?
Ben Badler: Like them both, but Martin is better. Forget next year—he could be on the Rangers’ postseason roster this year.
This year, sure
But post-season roster, do you go with the youth of Martin or the experience of Endy (supposing he isn’t dealt)? And what do you do with Murphy? Is it possible that Mr. Grit doesn’t make the post-season roster?
And yes I realize it’s way too early to talk about the post-season roster….
What's the rumpus?
I don't think it's too early at all
I think Martin helps us, and I think there’s a decent chance NeRa is in our bullpen.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
NeRa is in our bullpen
maybe next year
I know you're still struggling to find your way in LSB but you'd probably feel more comfortable in one of the other threads that talks about
weather, fashion, video games, uniform colors, etc. . - Josey Wales 5/18/11
Perez
EricJ (SF): You guys are a lot higher on Martin Perez than most other places. What do you see?
Ben Badler: A 20-year-old lefty just moved to Triple-A who carved up Double-A hitters with a clean delivery, the ability to throw strikes, miss bats and get ground balls with a plus fastball, at least a plus changeup and a 50-to-60 grade curveball.
carved up
that seems a slightly generous way to put it, but yeah.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
I don't know. His only weakness was a not-sterling BB/9. He ranked top 10 in K/9 and HR/9 and
he lowered his hits substantially this year.
I think folks don’t realize it’s a hitter-friendly league, and his numbers ranked really high, even if he wasn’t top in any particular category.
Rock the J2, JD!
he's done well
but he’s not flat out dominant.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Profar, Andrus, Sardinas, and Odor
EQVLPVEQVLP (Taiwan): Higher ceiling. Jurickson Profar, Luis Sardinas, Rougned Odor or Andrus?
Ben Badler: Profar. He has a chance to be a better hitter than Andrus. But man, I really like all four of them. That’s ridiculous.
I knew there was a reason I loved Ben Badler.
Other than that he’s a total badass.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Anybody know why Hankins replaced NeRa in the 2nd inning just now?
wasn’t listening – 47 pitches thru 1.2 IP
The trainer came out and looked at him.
They didn’t give a reason though. They made it sound like it was precautionary.
Don't know how they got there yet, but Hickory is up 2-0
6th batter is up against Taillon. Said he just hit 98 MPH
Profar double most importantly.
Eat shit Jameson.
Profar Sac bunt in 2nd AB
2B in 3rd AB. Over the head of Rojas, Profar thrown out trying to take 3rd.
woah, it's the Indian pitcher, Rinku Singh
He was one of the two guys that won the “Million dollar arm” contest in India a few years back. If I recall correctly, the other guy that came with him was released by the Pirates.
Here's how they did it
Hickory Top of the 1st
Jurickson Profar doubles (22) on a line drive to left fielder Rogelio Noris. Jurickson Profar advances to 3rd, on fielding error by left fielder Rogelio Noris.
Teodoro Martinez walks.
Andrew Clark strikes out swinging. Jurickson Profar steals (12) home. Teodoro Martinez to 2nd. Teodoro Martinez steals (18) 2nd base.
Joshua Richmond singles on a line drive to left fielder Rogelio Noris. Teodoro Martinez to 3rd.
Christian Villanueva doubles (22) on a fly ball to left fielder Rogelio Noris. Teodoro Martinez scores. Joshua Richmond to 3rd.
Jacob Skole grounds out, second baseman Kevin Mort to first baseman Cole White. Joshua Richmond scores. Christian Villanueva to 3rd.
Kellin Deglan called out on strikes.
by Tex2044 on Jul 15, 2011 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
ha awesome
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
I'm betting Noris isn't a very good OF
I know you're still struggling to find your way in LSB but you'd probably feel more comfortable in one of the other threads that talks about
weather, fashion, video games, uniform colors, etc. . - Josey Wales 5/18/11
Maybe....but maybe not
LoneStarDugout Jason Cole
The Rangers named Tepesch their pitcher of the month today. He was 88-92 mph early but is sitting low-90s lately and hitting up to 96 mph.
Martin threw another guy out, this time at 2B and also is now 1-3
he seems to have alot of OF assists this year.
"I’d love to walk in and hug everybody every day, but that’s not critical to us winning." The JeDi
I'm starting to think he's a pretty good ballplayer.
What is this, Horseville? Because I'm surrounded by naysayers.
I now swoon
just reading his name.
Some see a glass half empty, some a glass half full. I see a glass that's twice as big as it needs to be. - George Carlin
Can't wait to watch this guy in Arlington.
I want my Leonys jersey now!
"He’s the boomstick, you know what I mean?" -Ian Kinsler
Our minors are just full of #want and #fight
ZellWBTW Jeff_Zell
Benches clear but no punches thrown after reynado (sp?) From salem hits 2nd batter. Pelicans Paisano with some word. #fight
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Is the CD OF experiment over
or are they putting him back at 3B to protect his groin?
I know you're still struggling to find your way in LSB but you'd probably feel more comfortable in one of the other threads that talks about
weather, fashion, video games, uniform colors, etc. . - Josey Wales 5/18/11
Bleier with another rocky start
he needs to stay in the bullpen
I know you're still struggling to find your way in LSB but you'd probably feel more comfortable in one of the other threads that talks about
weather, fashion, video games, uniform colors, etc. . - Josey Wales 5/18/11
Ramirez
JeffWilson_FWST Jeff Wilson
AAA RHP Neil Ramirez felt tightness in his shoulder today and was removed after 1 2/3 innings. He is listed as day-to-day. #rangers
Damn....Profar came up with a chance to win the game...2 outs, bottom of the 9th
Swings at first pitch…deep fly ball. Justin Howard is back on the warning track….he jumps….he makes the freaking catch. So close
A lot of ground balls for Leonys upon his move up to AAA.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Promotions to Hickory
CrawdadsBullpen Hickory Bullpen
We will be acquiring 2 new @CrawdadsBullpen pitchers andrew doyle and francisco “jason magive” mendoza! Welcome boys!
It was reported that the Rangers cut Doyle, but he was never removed from the MB roster
He was just listed as ‘Restricted’ on the roster.
Andrew Doyle
Totally forgot about dude.
Go Strangers.
by hightowersmith on Jul 16, 2011 12:15 AM CDT up reply actions
SO, this is neat
Possible, not guaranteed. RT @joeursery: @Kevin_Goldstein Could you see Cody Buckle in the back end of Top 100 lists after this year?
More optimistic than I thought he would be.
My mind just says throw ball throw hard and strike. - Marteen
Then his agent corrected me and Goldstein on Twitter on the spelling of his name
Related: He has an awesome agent.
My mind just says throw ball throw hard and strike. - Marteen
PANTS SO TIGHT RIGHT NOW FROM GOLDSTEIN'S TOP 50.
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Damn it
My BP subscription expired 2 months ago. And I didn’t renew it because I had a job which didn’t exactly afford me any luxuries.
Note to other penny-pinchers: Profar. That much you can read.
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest" --South Korean Rangers fan
I'm a Web & TV Sports Producer at WFAA. If you've got ideas of any kind, I would love for you to run them by me.
Maybe get some info about Guzman and Mazara
DPLBaseball Dom. Prospect League
@
@Tex2044 we’ll try our best to post scores and updates concerning parralel games.
Go to the DPLBaseball.com site for the updates. They said the Rangers team won the first game 9-8.
7/16 action is pretty sexy
SPO-9:00- Lamb
HIC-5:30- Jackson
MYR-6:00- Loux
FRS-7:00- Erlin
RRE-6:00- M Perez
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
Perfect scouting day for potential trades.
This thread is going to explode with this lineup. I’m wondering if a new thread is going be thrown up.
Rock the J2, JD!
feel free to make one
I know you're still struggling to find your way in LSB but you'd probably feel more comfortable in one of the other threads that talks about
weather, fashion, video games, uniform colors, etc. . - Josey Wales 5/18/11
I'm thinking M Perez is going to be amped tonight and overthrowing.
Could see a season high in walks and wild pitches when he snaps too hard on some of his curveballs.
Rock the J2, JD!
Boooo...
Ever been in a boardroom, or a gang fight? Ever save a life? Ever won a court case against the odds? Ever held a dying buddy in your arms?.- jackanape on "perspective," 11/8/2010.
"do you a jet ski rental place would work here" - Mike E, 5/10/2011, in response to me saying I would rather face the Thunder than the Grizzlies in the WCF.
If you haven't seen it yet... Sickels is running an all questions answered thread....
Go hit him with Rangers questions
JD’s like, "you want some f*&#ing pitching? Here’s all the pitching you can stand. Now choke on it, b*#&hes!"- RCCook
LSB: "Oh s#*t, JD. You crazy!"
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