Comments on: Bowden readjusts pitching angle, recovers dominance

By: M.A.G.

M.A.G. — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 06:55:02 +0000

And when I mentioned those names, I was triying to mention those players who have shown, in my opinion, more progress this year. This kids are making strides, and they have being a revelation for me. Reddick, for example was a very promising player, and I always liked him, but his new plate discipline has put him in a whole new level.
But as much as I like Lars, I have to admit he has had some problems this season. I have no doubts about his talent, but I admit he is not having a particularly “exciting” year.

By: M.A.G.

M.A.G. — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 06:29:55 +0000

Good additions, Radiohix. Even if I would like to see Rizzo develop more power, and I’m a little skeptic about Kalish. But I recongnize they are promising players.
I love Lars. In fact, I still think he is the best hitter in the farms. But I admit the idea of acquiring Adrian Gonzalez has being growing in my mind. A-Gon is a 27 year old player, with an elite bat an a golden glove. The perfect first baseman.
And If we acquire A-Gon, then there is no place to put Lars anymore. In that case, we have to use him to land A-Gon himself or for upgrading another position.
But, if Boston don’t get A-Gon, or another similar young super-star corner infielder, then Anderson is still untouchable for me. Even for V-Mart I want to keep Lars. I’m ready to offer the Indians Buchholz an some more for Martinez, but not Lars.

By: radiohix

radiohix — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:56:07 +0000

I’d like to add 3 prospects to your list M.A.G: Rizzo (high OBP and the ONLY player from those who have been promoted to Salem to have immediatly adjusted to more advanced pitching), Kalish and Hagadone.
But let me ask you: you’re not excited about Lars anymore? I thought he was the only untouchable prospect in your book?

By: M.A.G.

M.A.G. — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 15:25:33 +0000

Good writing, Mike.
Always good to know what’s happening in the minors. I like Bowden. And I hope to read about other prospects in the near future. I’m very excited about Kelly, Reddick, Tazawa, Westmoreland, Che-Hsuan-Lin, Lavarnway and Exposito.

By: Gerry

Gerry — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:22:12 +0000

See you in September, Michael. Pack all your stuff.