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Expects Yuge Games
Out of sentimental attachment I've been following some of the kids that were traded from our farm system this past off-season. Let me start with some hitting numbers for each and then I'll follow with comments.
Kyle Wren .283/.366/.306 at age 24 in AA
Kyle Kubitza .290/.358/.454 at age 24 in AAA
Victor Reyes .301/.314/.366 at age 20 in Low A
Edward Salcedo .198/.274/.248 at age 23 in AA
Wren remains what he was with us in our system, a guy who projects to be a nice fourth outfielder for a major league team. Similar to Todd Cunningham, who I like a little better.
Kubitza was my favorite prospect in the Braves system. His walk and strikeout rates (both high) stood out over the years. Another thing that always intrigued me about him was the extra base power. I like to look at the overall number of extra bases for prospects, partly on the theory that doubles become home runs as guys fill out physically. With Kubitza the number of extra base hits have been good and rising: 42 in low A, 46 in high A, 50 in AA and on a pace to exceed 50 this year. Of course his playing in the PCL this year helps in that regard, but the trend with extra base hits is well established. I think he will be the Angels starting third baseman in a year or two.
Reyes is a bean pole with a pretty swing for going the opposite way. Will have to develop power to hold down a corner outfield spot. Graceful athlete.
Salcedo played at AAA last year and is no longer young for his level. One of those guys who did not live up to his potential. The minors are littered with them.
Kyle Wren .283/.366/.306 at age 24 in AA
Kyle Kubitza .290/.358/.454 at age 24 in AAA
Victor Reyes .301/.314/.366 at age 20 in Low A
Edward Salcedo .198/.274/.248 at age 23 in AA
Wren remains what he was with us in our system, a guy who projects to be a nice fourth outfielder for a major league team. Similar to Todd Cunningham, who I like a little better.
Kubitza was my favorite prospect in the Braves system. His walk and strikeout rates (both high) stood out over the years. Another thing that always intrigued me about him was the extra base power. I like to look at the overall number of extra bases for prospects, partly on the theory that doubles become home runs as guys fill out physically. With Kubitza the number of extra base hits have been good and rising: 42 in low A, 46 in high A, 50 in AA and on a pace to exceed 50 this year. Of course his playing in the PCL this year helps in that regard, but the trend with extra base hits is well established. I think he will be the Angels starting third baseman in a year or two.
Reyes is a bean pole with a pretty swing for going the opposite way. Will have to develop power to hold down a corner outfield spot. Graceful athlete.
Salcedo played at AAA last year and is no longer young for his level. One of those guys who did not live up to his potential. The minors are littered with them.
