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Reds Wanted Pitching Prospect Thomas Szapucki Included In Jay Bruce Deal
According to Brooklyn Cyclones beat writer Mark Suleymanov, the Cincinnati Reds wanted pitching prospect Thomas Szapucki included in the Jay Bruce deal, but the Mets balked at including him in the trade. Szapucki, a Toms River, New Jersey native, was just named to MiLB Pipeline’s Prospect Team of the Week for the third time in […]
Keep ReadingRumor has it that Ozhaino Albies is headed to AAA according to his agent
Sportsmeter (the agency that represents Albies) sent out a tweet early this morning indicating that star shortstop prospect has been promoted to AAA Gwinnett. This is an aggressive move that will set off a chain of moves in the system. Its important to note that we have yet to see an official announcement of any […]
Keep ReadingPadres trade Craig Kimbrel to Red Sox in exchange for 4 prospects
BOSTON -- New Red Sox boss Dave Dombrowski on Friday night made his first big move to rebuild the franchise after its third last-place finish in four years, acquiring four-time All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel from the San Diego Padres for four prospects. Kimbrel, who saved 39 games for the Padres this season, spent the first […]
Keep ReadingThe Indians' better man: Francisco Lindor appreciates game after childhood journey
After completing another one of his sparkling fielding plays, Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor often flashes a broad smile that reflects how much fun he’s having playing the game. That infectious attitude has permeated through the Indians clubhouse and helped make him a fan favorite in Cleveland, where his arrival was eagerly awaited since the […]
Keep ReadingFrancisco Lindor is Already a Star
Francisco Lindor has had an eventful season. The 21-year-old began the year at Triple-A Columbus, where he sported a .284/.350/.402 slash line with two home runs in 59 games. On June 14th, he made his major league debut, striking out as a pinch hitter. He stayed in the game at DH however, and collected his first career hit later […]
Keep ReadingFor Ryan Castellanos, baseball is a family game
Imagine this: It’s a warm afternoon in your hometown. You are 15 years old, a sophomore in high school. You pitch for the Junior Varsity team because the Varsity team is stacked. Your older brother, a senior, plays shortstop for the big team, and as a result of that and your age difference, the two […]
Keep ReadingCloser time: Kimbrel is named NL's top rookie
As Craig Kimbrel progressed through his first full Major League season, there was reason to wonder why there had been any concern about his readiness to serve as the Braves' closer. Blessed with an overpowering fastball and a knee-buckling breaking ball, Kimbrel cruised through most of 2011, becoming one of the game's most dominant closers. […]
Keep ReadingTinCaps’ Allen named MWL Player of the Month
Minor League Baseball announced Thursday that Fort Wayne TinCaps catcher Austin Allen will receive the Midwest League Player of the Month award for April. Allen led the Midwest League in batting average (.460) and slugging percentage (.603) in April. He started the season with an 11-game hitting streak and walked more times (10) than he struck […]
Keep ReadingBraves have another potential standout shortstop from Curacao
WASHINGTON – Braves shortstop prospect Ozhaino Albies has been selected to play for the World Team in the July 12 All-Star Futures Game in Cincinnati, where he will be the youngest and easily the smallest player in the game. But it shouldn’t take long for Albies, who turned 18 in January and is generously listed […]
Keep ReadingNew age, same goal for Cleveland Indians prospect Francisco Lindor - get to big leagues
PHOENIX, Ariz. – Francisco Lindor is a goal setter. When the Indians made him their No.1 draft pick in 2011 out of high school, his goal was to make it to the big leagues by 20. Lindor, who turns 21 Friday, didn't get there so he's had to adjust. "Now my goal is make it when […]
Keep ReadingLindor called up for finale vs. Tigers
DETROIT -- Francisco Lindor returned to his locker during Triple-A Columbus' rain delay at Huntington Park on Saturday night. The shortstop picked up his phone and saw that he had received a text message from Indians manager Terry Francona. Lindor opened it and read words he has dreamed about since childhood. Come on, Frankie. Get […]
Keep ReadingBraves young prospect ready for first full season of pro ball
Bill Shanks talks with one of the more intriguing prospects in the Atlanta system. Ozhaino Albies interview
Keep ReadingPipeline Perspectives: Lindor tops among shortstops
There's a good amount of subjectivity regarding baseball prospects. With the evaluation of talent being in the eye of the beholder, finding consensus is often difficult. Even Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo at MLBPipeline.com don't always see eye-to-eye. They'll be discussing their viewpoints regularly in a feature called Pipeline Perspectives. Submit a topic for them […]
Keep ReadingKimbrel joins short, elite list with 40th save
ATLANTA -- Craig Kimbrel joined yet another exclusive club when he notched his Major League-high 40th save to end Friday night's 5-2 win over the Marlins. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Kimbrel became just the third Major League pitcher to register 40 or more saves in each of four consecutive seasons. Trevor Hoffman did […]
Keep ReadingFrancisco Lindor on Inside Pitch
Nov. 10th, 2014 - Interview on Inside Pitch with with Casey Stern and Jim Bowden.
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