MurcieOne Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 .385/.432/.615 in 11 games for a guy who has struggled for the better part of 2 years. I know he's been downgraded as a prospect for his struggles, but was wondering what you guys think about his start to the season and if anything has seen heard anything about him lately. I'll hang up and listen for my answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Also worth noting, to boost your case... Saladino was fighting through a couple nagging injuries in B-Ham last year that may have effected his play. And the fact that a couple years ago, the org was real hot on him, and Ventura liked him as well. The problem he faces is simple numbers. In addition to everyone in Chicago, plus Beckham and Keppinger on the DL, plus Sanchez in AAA, he's got a lot of guys to fight past to get a look. I think we'll know a lot more in a few months, when sample sizes are more meaningful and we know more about how the infielders will fall out above him. Rememer too that Micah Johnson is knocking on the door behind him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MurcieOne Posted April 15, 2014 Author Share Posted April 15, 2014 QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Apr 15, 2014 -> 02:15 PM) Also worth noting, to boost your case... Saladino was fighting through a couple nagging injuries in B-Ham last year that may have effected his play. And the fact that a couple years ago, the org was real hot on him, and Ventura liked him as well. The problem he faces is simple numbers. In addition to everyone in Chicago, plus Beckham and Keppinger on the DL, plus Sanchez in AAA, he's got a lot of guys to fight past to get a look. I think we'll know a lot more in a few months, when sample sizes are more meaningful and we know more about how the infielders will fall out above him. Rememer too that Micah Johnson is knocking on the door behind him. Agree on all counts. We're seemingly stocked with talent in the middle infield. Saladino doesn't appear to be a great defensive option at SS either. Not sure where/how he fits, but it's nice to see him rebound with the bat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 QUOTE (MurcieOne @ Apr 15, 2014 -> 02:24 PM) Agree on all counts. We're seemingly stocked with talent in the middle infield. Saladino doesn't appear to be a great defensive option at SS either. Not sure where/how he fits, but it's nice to see him rebound with the bat. Victim of timing. 2 years ago the system was seemingly bereft of MI talent. Now, when Saladino may be ready or close to it, he's got to fight through a crowd. Can he play catcher? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Hopefully he keeps it up. You can never have enough depth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harfman77 Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 QUOTE (MurcieOne @ Apr 15, 2014 -> 02:24 PM) Agree on all counts. We're seemingly stocked with talent in the middle infield. Saladino doesn't appear to be a great defensive option at SS either. Not sure where/how he fits, but it's nice to see him rebound with the bat. How about a "good" defensive option at SS? How would he project in a UTL role? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MurcieOne Posted April 15, 2014 Author Share Posted April 15, 2014 QUOTE (IowaSoxFan @ Apr 15, 2014 -> 03:39 PM) How about a "good" defensive option at SS? How would he project in a UTL role? I get my information from reading Futuresox (/plug) and the like. I think there have always been some questions as to how he would handle SS in the majors. He has 4 errors in 11 games thus far, so that's not a promising start. I think if he continues to hit, they can find some role for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenSox Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 (edited) QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Apr 15, 2014 -> 02:15 PM) The problem he faces is simple numbers. In addition to everyone in Chicago, plus Beckham and Keppinger on the DL, plus Sanchez in AAA, he's got a lot of guys to fight past to get a look. I think we'll know a lot more in a few months, when sample sizes are more meaningful and we know more about how the infielders will fall out above him. Rememer too that Micah Johnson is knocking on the door behind him. Let him play some outfield then. Possible? We're short there, especially if we move De Aza like we should (or should have). Edited April 15, 2014 by GreenSox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Glad someone brought up Tyler. He's seriously killing the ball. Had another good day today. His bat can play. His defense isn't bad. I don't think he is a MLB SS, but maybe 3B or 2B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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