danman31 Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 This idea was brought up so I figured let's get it going. Stick anything about the minors in here that is noteworthy. Any interesting BA snippets, articles from local newspapers, or any little something about the minors you want to add can go here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
He_Gawn Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 (edited) Sean Tracey Interview Edited June 15, 2005 by He_Gawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
He_Gawn Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 06/14/2005 8:22 PM ET Hernandez, Rainiers streaking Tacoma stops Portland for seventh straight win By Daren Smith / MLB.com Tacoma's Felix Hernandez has not allowed a run in his last 15 1/3 innings. The Rainiers, meanwhile, have won seven straight. (Elaine Thompson/AP) Related Links * Felix Hernandez's statistics * PCL pitching leaders * Tacoma Rainiers game-by-game log MiLB Headlines * Hernandez, Rainiers streaking * FSL Home Run Derby lineup set * Eastern League Notebook * Texas League Notebook * Southern League Notebook * Wednesday's Double-A Recap * Wednesday's Triple-A Recap * Daigle hits for cycle * Drillers are champs again * Indy's Duke wins 11th * Mayberry headed to Spokane * Stingers' win streak snapped ADVERTISEMENT PrintPrint this page Felix Hernandez pitched another gem Tuesday, limiting Portland to three hits over six scoreless innings as the Rainiers posted a 2-0 victory. The win was Tacoma's season-high seventh straight. Hernandez (8-4) allowed just three singles and four walks while striking out seven. He retired the side in order just once, but allowed only one base runner past second and extended his scoreless streak to 15 1/3 innings. In his last five starts, the 19-year-old right-hander is 3-1 with a 1.23 ERA, fanning 36 in 29 1/3 innings. Sean Green and Masao Kida finished off the Rainiers' Pacific Coast League-leading eighth shutout with three hitless innings. Kida pitched the ninth for his seventh save. Ryan Christianson accounted for Tacoma's offense with a two-run homer, his fifth, in the sixth inning off reliever Brian Sweeney (4-5). Sweeney come on after starter Tim Redding pitched four scoreless innings. Portland did not get a hit after Wilson Valdez, Ben Johnson and Jon Knott had consecutive singles in the third inning. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs. PrintPrint this page Contact Us | Jobs | Links | Terms of Use | Help MLB.com Copyright © 2005 Minor League Baseball. Minor League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are the property of Minor League Baseball. All Rights Reserved. Use of the Website signifies your agreement to the Terms of Use and Privacy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWSGuy406 Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 Really good start for Stephen Drew in his pro-career: 8. Stephen Drew, ss, Diamondbacks (High Class A Lancaster) If we heard one knock against Drew entering the 2004 draft, it was that scouts had very few opportunities to see Drew hit with wood. That's no longer an issue as Drew, beginning his pro career exactly one year from the day he was drafted, has gone 10-for-24 with a pair of home runs and eight RBIs in six games. Hot Sheet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHAMBARONS Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 BC Powder SL Hitter and Pitcher of the Week Awards (June 6-12) Posted on Jun 13, 2005 MARIETTA, GA – Hitter of the Week JERRY GIL – TENNESSEE SMOKIES Smokies’ shortstop Jerry Gil put on an impressive display of power this past week, leading all Southern League players with four home runs to capture BC Hitter of the Week honors. Gil hit three of his four home runs during Tennessee’s four game sweep of Montgomery at Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium June 9-12. In the first game of a doubleheader June 12, Gil homered in back-to-back at bats to lead the Smokies to an 8-6 victory. Gil is hitting .310 with six home runs and 12 RBI on the season. The Diamondbacks signed Gil as a nondrafted free agent on November 5, 1999. He resides in Santo Domingo, DR. AB R H RBI 2B 3B HR SB AVG Gil 21 7 9 7 0 0 4 0 .429 Pitcher of the Week JONATHAN BROXTON – JACKSONVILLE SUNS Suns’ starter Jonathan Broxton picked up two wins in two starts this week to help keep Jacksonville in the race for first place in the South Division. Broxton picked up his first win of the week in the Suns’ 10-0 shutout of the Lookouts June 6 at BellSouth Park. The right-hander allowed four singles and struck out nine batters in six innings in the game. Broxton improved to 4-2 on the season with a win in the Suns’ 7-2 victory over North Division leader Carolina June 12 at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. The Augusta, GA native pitched six innings in the ballgame, allowing seven hits and one earned run to go along with five strikeouts. Baseball America rates Broxton the number nine prospect in the Dodgers’ organization. Broxton was selected by the Dodgers in the second round of the 2002 draft out of Burke County High School in Waynesboro, GA. W-L IP SO BB H ERA SV Broxton 2-0 12.0 14 0 11 0.75 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Honda Civic Posted June 16, 2005 Share Posted June 16, 2005 http://www.greatfallstribune.com/apps/pbcs...325/1006/NEWS01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted June 16, 2005 Author Share Posted June 16, 2005 "Lot of familiar faces dot White Sox roster" I swear they could (and probably have) name a Great Falls preview article that way every year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted June 16, 2005 Share Posted June 16, 2005 Warthogs lead both Minor League Baseball and the majors in homers with 105 through 66 games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWSGuy406 Posted June 20, 2005 Share Posted June 20, 2005 A note from BA about another stud pitcher in our division (future): ...Meanwhile, The Tigers promoted Justin Verlander to Double-A Erie after the second overall pick last June went 9-2, 1.67 for Lakeland, reeling off 12 consecutive starts of six-plus innings while allowing two or fewer earned runs. In addition to Verlander, the Tigers also moved second baseman Juan Francia to Erie. The 23-year-old Venezuela was batting .325/.399/.380 in 255 at-bats with 26 stolen bases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodAsGould Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Yeah I think everyone knew Verlander was going to be a stud the moment the tigers drafted him... he might even be a starter for the big league team next year. Him and Bonderman will be a great 1-2 punch for them in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted June 24, 2005 Author Share Posted June 24, 2005 The latest BA Hot Sheet A few days old. A lot of guys getting promoted this time of year with the first halves concluding. Gio and Valido get honorable mention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHAMBARONS Posted June 26, 2005 Share Posted June 26, 2005 Scott Olson made major league debut last night. Olson was sechduled to pitch Sat vs the Barons but dominated the D-rays 7K's in 5.2 IP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Hudler Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 QUOTE(BHAMBARONS @ Jun 26, 2005 -> 08:40 AM) Scott Olson made major league debut last night. Olson was sechduled to pitch Sat vs the Barons but dominated the D-rays 7K's in 5.2 IP who is Scott Olson? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHAMBARONS Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 QUOTE(Rex Hudler @ Jun 26, 2005 -> 09:03 PM) who is Scott Olson? LHP, I don't know much about him other than he was sechduled against Start against the Barons Sat night Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 QUOTE(Rex Hudler @ Jun 26, 2005 -> 07:03 PM) who is Scott Olson? He started for the Marlins and looked pretty good throwing something like 5/1/3 innings while picking up his first major league victory. I have no idea if he's much of a prospect or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHAMBARONS Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jun 26, 2005 -> 09:34 PM) He started for the Marlins and looked pretty good throwing something like 5/1/3 innings while picking up his first major league victory. I have no idea if he's much of a prospect or not. 4th I think he is in the top 5. I was sechduled to see him twice against the Barons but the first time rain washed it out then he was promted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted June 29, 2005 Author Share Posted June 29, 2005 New Hot Sheet out. Chris Young got honorable mention. Justin Verlander is #1, looks like the Tigers finally have a prospect. Ryan Zimmerman, 05 draftee, is also already hitting well in AA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHAMBARONS Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 BC Powder SL Hitter and Pitcher of the Week Awards (June 20-26) Posted on Jun 29, 2005 MARIETTA, GA – Hitter of the Week CHRIS YOUNG – BIRMINGHAM BARONS Barons’ outfielder Chris Young had four multi-hit games during the week on his way to winning the BC Hitter of the Week Award. Young led all Southern League players with five home runs in six games played, including two in Birmingham’s 5-2 win against Carolina at Five County Stadium June 26. The Houston native leads the Southern League in extra-base hits (45) and doubles (29), and is tied for second in home runs (16) and third in runs scored (53). Baseball America rates Young the seventh best prospect in the White Sox organization. The White Sox selected Young in the 16th round of the 2001 draft out of Bellaire High School in Texas. AB R H RBI 2B 3B HR SB AVG Young 25 7 11 8 2 0 5 2 .440 Pitcher of the Week CHUCK JAMES – MISSISSIPPI BRAVES Mississippi starter Chuck James blanked the Carolina offense for six innings in the Braves’ 4-0 victory at Five County Stadium June 24 and was named the BC Pitcher of the Week for his efforts. With the win, James improved to 4-0 in the Southern League since being called up from the Myrtle Beach Pelicans of the Carolina League on May 14. Baseball America ranks the left-hander as the twentieth best prospect in the Braves’ organization. The Braves selected James in the 20th round of the 2002 draft out of Chattahoochee Valley Junior College in Alabama. W-L IP SO BB H ERA SV James 1-0 6.0 11 2 4 0.00 0 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: SOUTHERN LEAGUE (770) 321-0400 media@southernleague.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
He_Gawn Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 06/27/2005 12:07 PM ET Top prospects may be on the move Contending clubs might deal Minor stars for big league talent By Jonathan Mayo / MLB.com Stuck behind Texas star first baseman Mark Teixeira, Adrian Gonzalez's future may be elsewhere. (John Froschauer/AP) Related Links * Trade Deadline 2005 MiLB Headlines * Southern League All-Stars set * Bulls' McDonald is hero again * South All-Stars stave off rain, North * Markakis, Carolina League roll * Texas League Notebook * Tuesday's MiLB Recaps * Freeman hits for the cycle * McLouth gets call to the bigs * Morales slugs three homers * Cubs recall Cedeno from Iowa * Braves throw third straight shutout * Psomas bests SAL HR Derby field ADVERTISEMENT PrintPrint this page It's prime shopping season, so it's time to see what the shelves are stocked with. This is an unusual market that comes at the trade deadline, one in which buyers and sellers are consumers of some sort. The buyers are looking for services of the big-league variety, established players who can help them in their playoff push. The sellers are players on the futures market, looking for good Minor League prospects in return for dealing their big leaguers. Just who are the top prospects the selling GMs might be oggling as the deadline nears? That's information nearly impossible to pry from the decision-makers, but some exploration can lead to some possibilities. The process goes something like this: Take a list of buyers, examine which ones have the richest farm systems, hone in on prospects who seem to be stuck, either by a Major Leaguer at their position or a logjam of talent throughout the system and, finally, take a look at positions that are often highly in demand (read: up the middle or on the mound). With that in mind, here's a buying team-by-team look at Minor Leaguers who could be on the move by the end of July. Atlanta: The Braves have some catching depth and everyone can use more catching. With Brian McCann already ahead of him on the depth chart and Jarrod Saltalamacchia's bat closing fast, Brayan Pena could hit the market. Pena got some big-league time in, and the Braves may try to cash in on his .370-12-57 year in Triple-A Richmond. Baltimore: Almost no one is untouchable for the right price as the O's try to continue their surprising run. Pitching is always at a premium, and the Orioles actually have some depth there. Hayden Penn (now up in the bigs), John Maine (6-3, 3.24 ERA in 13 starts for Ottawa) and the recently recalled reliever Chris Ray might be dangled. Even 2003 first-round pick, outfielder Nick Markakis, could be had for the right price if Baltimore adopts a purely win-now attitude. Boston: Kelly Shoppach ranks high on the list of stuck prospects, with captain Jason Varitek not going anywhere anytime soon. Shoppach got his first taste of the bigs recently, but for him to land a full-time job, he'll have to be traded, something the Sox may finally be willing to do in the tight AL East. Florida: Teams in the market for pitching prospects are watching the Marlins' Double-A affiliate, the Carolina Mudcats, very closely. The Marlins won't easily part with any of the starters there, particularly Scott Olsen. Josh Johnson could be in the rotation by next year if he's not dealt and Yorman Bazardo and Logan Kensing have both been called up, albeit briefly. Teams most often inquire about Olsen and outfielder Jeremy Hermida, but both could be in Florida this year in a Dontrelle Willis/Miguel Cabrera-esque package move. Olsen could wind up being the relief support they need, keeping the Marlins off the trade market. If not, they may have to swallow hard and deal one of the other fine arms from their system. Chicago (AL): Untouchables include Brian Anderson, Ryan Sweeney, Brandon McCarthy and Josh Fields, but the White Sox might be willing to part with some arms in their upper levels. Southpaw Arnie Munoz still should have some value as a lefty specialist, while maybe a starter like Sean Tracey could be wrested for the right price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted June 30, 2005 Author Share Posted June 30, 2005 Good article. I don't think the all of big 4 are untouchable. BMac and Sweeney are likely not going anywhere. Fields probably doesn't carry too much value with his recent struggles, but I don't doubt KW would be willing to deal him. I personally think Anderson is up for trade. The outfield seems solid through at least 2006 barring a trade this offseason and he's going to be ready next year. An Anderson and Tracey package seems possible and should be attractive to other teams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHarris1 Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 Alright this doesn't deserve it's own thread so I'm putting it here. When the hell is Brooks gonna debut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbaho-WG Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 QUOTE(danman31 @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 01:13 PM) New Hot Sheet out. Chris Young got honorable mention. Justin Verlander is #1, looks like the Tigers finally have a prospect. Ryan Zimmerman, 05 draftee, is also already hitting well in AA. I guess that Joel Zumaya and Curtis Granderson don't count? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted July 1, 2005 Author Share Posted July 1, 2005 QUOTE(Cerbaho-WG @ Jun 30, 2005 -> 07:53 PM) I guess that Joel Zumaya and Curtis Granderson don't count? Ok so I exaggerated a little bit. Excuse me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbaho-WG Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 Verlander will be promoted to the bigs on the 4th of July and will face the Tribe on the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MnSoxFan Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 QUOTE(danman31 @ Jun 30, 2005 -> 03:50 AM) Good article. I don't think the all of big 4 are untouchable. BMac and Sweeney are likely not going anywhere. Fields probably doesn't carry too much value with his recent struggles, but I don't doubt KW would be willing to deal him. I personally think Anderson is up for trade. The outfield seems solid through at least 2006 barring a trade this offseason and he's going to be ready next year. An Anderson and Tracey package seems possible and should be attractive to other teams. I think if we have one untouchable in our org right now it is Chris Young. The kid skipped high A, and is looking at 30+ homers in AA in a big yard. He can play D, he runs, he can bunt, he Ks a lot but he also walks for a decent OBP. Most important, he has improved every year as he climbs up. That is the key to me. I think he is KW kind of player. I do not mind Ks as long as there are walks and other things to make up for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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