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Arquimedez Bozo wrote: Kevin Goldstein's AFL preview begins today with the catchers, middle infielders, and center fielders. Link (Premium content) Unheralded: Luis Exposito, Red Sox (Solar Sox) A draft-and-follow who signed in 2006, Exposito continues a slow and steady move up the prospect charts by hitting at every level, including a .287/.339/.439 line between High- and Double-A. He's a big, strong catcher with solid to average power and a quick bat, but there are still some holes in his game that keep scouts a bit leery when it comes to projecting him as an everyday player in the big leagues. His free-swinging approach creates its share of issues, and while he has the physical tools to be a good defender, he's still rough around the edges and needs to work on his catch-and-throw skills
Unheralded: Luis Exposito, Red Sox (Solar Sox) A draft-and-follow who signed in 2006, Exposito continues a slow and steady move up the prospect charts by hitting at every level, including a .287/.339/.439 line between High- and Double-A. He's a big, strong catcher with solid to average power and a quick bat, but there are still some holes in his game that keep scouts a bit leery when it comes to projecting him as an everyday player in the big leagues. His free-swinging approach creates its share of issues, and while he has the physical tools to be a good defender, he's still rough around the edges and needs to work on his catch-and-throw skills
Unheralded: Luis Exposito, Red Sox (Solar Sox)
A draft-and-follow who signed in 2006, Exposito continues a slow and steady move up the prospect charts by hitting at every level, including a .287/.339/.439 line between High- and Double-A. He's a big, strong catcher with solid to average power and a quick bat, but there are still some holes in his game that keep scouts a bit leery when it comes to projecting him as an everyday player in the big leagues. His free-swinging approach creates its share of issues, and while he has the physical tools to be a good defender, he's still rough around the edges and needs to work on his catch-and-throw skills
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adiospaydro2005 wrote: basestealer21 wrote: Who do you think, aside from Casey Kelly, will dominate the most in the AFL? You realize that Kelly is not pitching in the AFL. Thus, I am hoping that his AFL 2009 performance solidifies the decision that he should be a pitcher going forward. Mike Stanton and Jason Heyward are going to dominate the 2009 AFL. I also expect that Strasburg is going to have some ups and downs.
basestealer21 wrote: Who do you think, aside from Casey Kelly, will dominate the most in the AFL?
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diehard24 wrote: Arquimedez Bozo wrote: Kevin Goldstein's AFL preview begins today with the catchers, middle infielders, and center fielders. Link (Premium content) Unheralded: Luis Exposito, Red Sox (Solar Sox) A draft-and-follow who signed in 2006, Exposito continues a slow and steady move up the prospect charts by hitting at every level, including a .287/.339/.439 line between High- and Double-A. He's a big, strong catcher with solid to average power and a quick bat, but there are still some holes in his game that keep scouts a bit leery when it comes to projecting him as an everyday player in the big leagues. His free-swinging approach creates its share of issues, and while he has the physical tools to be a good defender, he's still rough around the edges and needs to work on his catch-and-throw skills I feel like this is not the first time I've seen this type of comment from Goldstein, yet the organization has always been high on his defense, and BA had strong praise in today's Carolina Top 20 write-up. Makes me wonder if KG keeps going to the same sources on Expo, or if there really are conflicting views on his abilities behind the plate.
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10/06/09 5:45 PM
FenwayTheHardWay wrote: Oh yeah, KG is one of the biggest Kalish fans out there. There's a ton of Red Sox players in that article; so much so that it would probably be inappropriate to post all of it. That said, it's probably worth mentioning that he had this to say regarding Iglesias: "His defense is absolutely at the top of the charts, as he possesses fine instincts, footwork, and the actions of a potential Gold Glove winner". Throw another gold glove on the pile...
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10/06/09 10:30 PM
amfox1 wrote: KG is distinguishing Expo's catching skills with his results. I have seen Expo several times and, although he has a gun and a quick release, he has thrown out a low percentage of basestealers (27% in 2009). Part of this is inconsistency in his catch-and-throw skills (mostly transitioning the ball from glove to hand and accuracy).
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Adam (Norfolk, VA): Where would you rank Casey Kelly in terms of pitching prospects? Is he more front end/ace rotation stuff, or 2-3 type? Kevin Goldstein: I'd rank him pretty damn high, but I do think his ceiling is 2-3. That's not an insult AT ALL. 1s are crazy rare -- even 2s and 3s are.
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Average Fan wrote: getapitch2rip wrote: The season opens on Oct 13th. ... and that would be tomorrow. Thank god for something to talk/think about other than yesterday.
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