January 5, 200422 yr http://www.baseballamerica.com/online/leag...es/02top10.html Here the link from Baseball America and the report below 8. Willie Harris, 2b/of Age: 23. B-T: L-R. Ht.: 5-9. Wt.: 175. Drafted: Kennesaw State (Ga.), 1999 (24th round). Signed by:Lamar North. Background :A late-round pick who has gone from organizational player to legitimate prospect through strength of will, Harris is the nephew of former big leaguer Ernest Riles. He was born in Cairo, Ga., and became just the second big leaguer from the town–following Jackie Robinson. Strengths :Harris’ biggest strength is his drive, which allows him to play above his tools. He has solid skills and his makeup is off the charts. He’s determined to be a major leaguer and doesn’t get discouraged by setbacks. His speed is a tick above average, allowing him to play second base or center field, and his bat is his best tool. Weaknesses :Harris has just enough pop in his bat to get himself in trouble when he starts swinging from his heels. Because his tools aren’t overwhelming and he’s just 5-foot-9, he’ll have to prove himself every year and at every level. The Future :The Orioles started comparing Harris to Tony Phillips last year, and he continues to fulfill those expectations. He’ll start 2002 in Triple-A and should be in Baltimore by the end of the year. 2001 Club (Class) AVG AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB Bowie (AA) .305 525 83 160 27 4 9 49 46 71 54 Baltimore .125 24 3 3 1 0 0 0 0 7 0 It says here that Willie Harris' speed is a tick above average. HUH?? He is faster than that, what' doesn anybody else think.
January 5, 200422 yr I think they have it a bit backwards. He is way, way, way above average spped and a well below average bat.
January 5, 200422 yr I think we will see more bunt single attempts this season from Willie. He should improve under the likes of Ozzie and Joey and has very good speed and needs to use it more. I was impressed with his improveemnt with the bat towards the end of the season. He should line drive ability and made some solid contact. Hoperfully '04 will be his break out year.
January 6, 200422 yr Why are they talks about the O's? I'm sure this has been said before on these boards, but I seriously think Ozzie could turn Willie into a Juan Pierre type player for the Sox.
January 6, 200422 yr No, I am asking why they are talking about the Baltimore in the article. Because this is a scouting report from 2001 when he was still in the baltimore orginazation before we traded singleton for him.
January 6, 200422 yr No, I am asking why they are talking about the Baltimore in the article. LOL s***...I didn't mean to quote yours....I apologize.
January 6, 200422 yr If we're going to post older scouting reports, I have this kickass scouting report about a young phenom who's ready for the bigs right now. He's a can't miss pitcher. As a matter of a fact, the Sox won't even consider any trades for him! Oh crap, now where is that scouting report about Scott Ruffcorn?
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