Category Archives: Philadelphia Phillies

Scouting Report: Jesse Biddle (LHP)

Posted on 5 February 2013 by Mark A.

BLUF: Physical pitcher with a broad arsenal and a mid-rotation projection. The Player: Jesse Biddle (LHP, Philadelphia Phillies) – A late first round pick of the Phillies in 2010, Biddle made 12 starts that summer across two levels, posting a … Continue reading →

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2013 Philadelphia Phillies Top 15 Prospects

Posted on 5 February 2013 by Mark A.

The Phillies system doesn’t have tremendous star power or depth but it does have a fair number of boom or bust types that could make a name for themselves in 2013. There are a few mid-rotation starters that could be … Continue reading →

Posted in National League East, Philadelphia Phillies, Prospect Rankings | Tagged Adam Morgan, Carlos Tocci, Cody Asche, Darin Ruf, Ethan Martin, Gabriel Lino, Jesse Biddle, Jon Pettibone, Jose Pujols, Larry Greene, Maikel Franco, National League East, Philadelphia Phillies, Prospect Rankings, Roman Quinn, Sebastian Valle, Shane Watson, Tommy Joseph, Top 15 | 12 Comments

Accountability Check: Phillies 2012 Top 15 Prospects

Posted on 4 February 2013 by Mark A.

Philadelphia Phillies 2012 Top 15 Prospects (1/19/12) The Phillies had an odd list last year and it shows as when I go back to look at my performance. Predicting the rise of players like Darin Ruf or Cody Asche would … Continue reading →

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Scouting Report: Cody Asche (3B)

Posted on 28 September 2012 by Mark A.

BLUF: Tweener profile with just solid offensive projection and limited or no defensive projeciton. The Player: Cody Asche (3B, Philadelphia Phillies) – Drafted in the fourth round in 2011 and struggled offensively in his debut that summer. Hit just .192 … Continue reading →

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Scouting Report: Darin Ruf (1B)

Posted on 3 September 2012 by Mark A.

BLUF: Impressive power in 2012 but lacks MLB projection and tops out as a minor league slugger. The Player: Darin Ruf (1B, Philadelphia Phillies) – A 20th round pick of the Phillies in 2009. Hit .307/.383/.472 across the GCL and … Continue reading →

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Scouting Report: Maikel Franco (3B)

Posted on 22 August 2012 by Mark A.

BLUF: Very underrated player with plus offensive and defensive potential. The Player: Maikel Franco (3B, Philadelphia Phillies) – Signed by the Phillies out of the Dominican Republic in 2010 for $100,000. Debuted in the Gulf Coast League as a 17-year … Continue reading →

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Scouting the Swap: Heating Up

Posted on 31 July 2012 by Mark A.

No upfront BS this time. I’m just trying to squeeze this update in before I head to the park. The Dodgers remained busy going out and getting outfielder Shane Victorino from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for right-handed reliever Josh … Continue reading →

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2012 Post-Draft Notes: National League East

Posted on 11 June 2012 by Mark A.

As I kick off my roundup of the 2012 MLB Draft, I’m going to take a quick tour through the National League East. My plan is to briefly go team-by-team to highlight picks that stand out to me, trends of … Continue reading →

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2012 Impact Prospects: National League East

Posted on 27 March 2012 by Mark A.

The National League East is poised to become a very interesting division in the coming years. With the Philadelphia Phillies aging, a window is opening for teams like the Braves, Marlins and Nationals to make a run and overtake the … Continue reading →

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Scouting Report: Sebastian Valle (C)

Posted on 20 January 2012 by Mark A.

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Good defensive catcher with plus power potential and surprising athleticism; potential All-Star backstop. The Player: Sebastian Valle (C, Philadelphia Phillies) – The Phillies signed Valle out of Mexico as a 16-year old in 2007 and … Continue reading →

Posted in National League East, Philadelphia Phillies, Scouting Reports | Tagged Catcher, National League East, Philadelphia Phillies, Scouting Report, Sebastian Valle | 1 Comment