July 13, 201312 yr Daryl Van Schouwen @CST_soxvan 38s Thornton and cash to Boston for Brandon Jacobs.
July 13, 201312 yr This guy is a former football player(not tbe nfler), committed to Auburn. Sounds about right.
July 13, 201312 yr Scouting Report: Prior to signing with the Red Sox, Jacobs was a football commit to Auburn who focused his future on football rather than baseball. Initially raw upon entering the organization, but has shown strong baseball acumen and ability to incorporate adjustments. Ideal power hitter's frame. Body has been evolving into that of a baseball player's. Fluid swing with plus bat speed via strong hands and lower body torque. Swing is on the long side and can hit out on his front foot too much against breaking balls. High power ceiling. Plus-to-better power potential. Has put a lot of time into developing an approach and learning to be selective at the plate. Shows the knack for getting the barrel on the ball. Strong plate coverage. Fringe-average pitch recognition. Will be tested against advanced secondary offerings. Has trouble turning on balls and likes pitches out and over the plate. High offensive ceiling. Average arm that has been improving as weight drops in his chest and shoulders. Below-average defensive outfielder. Currently struggles reading balls off the bat and tends to freeze on contact, but improvement should come with experience. Solid-average speed and range. Projects as a left fielder during his career. Offense will need to carry him at higher levels, as defensive versatility is limited. Stats leave a lot to be desired, but potential is there. Not sure we could expect more. Edited July 13, 201312 yr by Buehrle>Wood
July 13, 201312 yr Author Brandon Jacobs: #13 prospect for Boston entering this season. Former Auburn recruit, signed for 700k in 10th round of 2009 draft. Had breakout season last year in low A after a slow start to pro ball, hitting .303 with 17 HR, 32 2B, 80 RBI in 115 G for an .881 OPS. 30 SB. High A this season, not so great: .244/.334/.443, 11 HR, 25 2B, 44 RBI in 81 G. 10/14 SB. Recent promotion to AA Richmond, 2/6 w/ 3B in 2 games. Plays LF, supposedly has just gotten to "okay" defensively, even getting some reps in CF. Good athlete, considered an extremely high upside bat. Recently lost a lot of weight which led to the high SB total last year and improved defense. 22 years old. [summarizing Baseball America paid content] Edited July 13, 201312 yr by Jake
July 13, 201312 yr Matt was awesome, but he lost his dominating abilities. Thanks for the years Matt!
July 13, 201312 yr Author Best wishes to Matt. Arguably the best reliever in the history of the franchise. An unprecedented run of dominance and consistency. Hopefully father time will hold off long enough for him to have a fun finish to his season and eventually, career.
July 13, 201312 yr QUOTE (lord chas @ Jul 12, 2013 -> 09:50 PM) Looks like a decent gamble Looks like Hahn is not happy with the progress of the power OFs in the Sox system.
July 13, 201312 yr Toolsy OF. Sounds about right for the White Sox. Was a pretty big Jacobs fan in 2011. I can live with this.
July 13, 201312 yr OK trade. Getting a high ceiling type of offensive player. Still only 22 years old and has a ton of potential. White Sox sure like OF's that strike out a lot. That's only thing that doesn't make me love the trade is the high strikeouts and not seeing a huge improvement increasing his walks since being drafted.
July 13, 201312 yr Author QUOTE (Jake @ Jul 12, 2013 -> 09:48 PM) Brandon Jacobs: #13 prospect for Boston entering this season. Former Auburn recruit, signed for 700k in 10th round of 2009 draft. Had breakout season last year in low A after a slow start to pro ball, hitting .303 with 17 HR, 32 2B, 80 RBI in 115 G for an .881 OPS. 30 SB. High A this season, not so great: .244/.334/.443, 11 HR, 25 2B, 44 RBI in 81 G. 10/14 SB. Recent promotion to AA Richmond, 2/6 w/ 3B in 2 games. Plays LF, supposedly has just gotten to "okay" defensively, even getting some reps in CF. Good athlete, considered an extremely high upside bat. Recently lost a lot of weight which led to the high SB total last year and improved defense. 22 years old. [summarizing Baseball America paid content] Forgot to mention, he had a hamate bone injury last season and most chalk up the disappointing numbers to that. Take that FWIW
July 13, 201312 yr Viciedo part deux.... I know we weren't gonna get much for Matt, but the sox need a change in philosophy within the org. This guy looks like the same type the sox always end up with... Only time will tell, it's a gamble I guess
July 13, 201312 yr Author QUOTE (JoshPR @ Jul 12, 2013 -> 09:54 PM) Viciedo part deux.... I know we weren't gonna get much for Matt, but the sox need a change in philosophy within the org. This guy looks like the same type the sox always end up with... Only time will tell, it's a gamble I guess I don't think he's all that similar to Dayan. Maybe a poor man's Dayan. Less HR production, less batting average, more striking out, more walks.
July 13, 201312 yr QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jul 13, 2013 -> 03:57 AM) This means Dayan or De Aza better start packing their bags. Why's that?
July 13, 201312 yr I don't mind this trade by Kenny Williams It's funny, as I got done reading the newest BA that says Jacobs was the biggest disappointment of the first half for Red Sox farm system.
July 13, 201312 yr QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 13, 2013 -> 04:01 AM) I don't mind this trade by Kenny Williams It's funny, as I got done reading the newest BA that says Jacobs was the biggest disappointment of the first half for Red Sox farm system. He'll fit right in.
July 13, 201312 yr QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 12, 2013 -> 10:59 PM) Why's that? Because both of them are about to be demoted to single-a ball and thus have to compete with him for a roster spot, I presume.
July 13, 201312 yr This is what a Boston fan said on another board: "Hamate bone injury derailed him last year, he was starting to hit much better this year. Last 11 games, hit .410/.510/.718 with 6 doubles and 2 HR Since May 21, .291/.390/.517 with 13 2b and 7 HR in 43 games This does not include last night's game, his AA debut, where he went 2-3 with a 3B." He has been hitting well for the last 2 months. It'll be interesting where he'll be placed. Edited July 13, 201312 yr by SoxPride18
July 13, 201312 yr QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jul 12, 2013 -> 07:57 PM) This means Dayan or De Aza better start packing their bags. I sure hope its not Ale...I like him a lot more than Dayan
July 13, 201312 yr I wonder where Jacobs would have ranked heading into the season if he was on the White Sox?
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