Nick J. Faleris spotlights Anderson Espinoza, who was traded from the Red Sox to the Padres on July 14, while new 2080 contributor Spencer Hansen was able to get a fresh look at Cubs prospect Dylan Cease. Plus, we launch our 2017 MLB Draft video library this week, publishing 11 new prospect videos from the USA Collegiate National Team’s recent trip through SoCal.
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Two standout players that should be named to Japan’s 2017 WBC team highlight this week’s NPB update from Dave DeFreitas and Mike Shubin.
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We drop all the way down to Rookie ball this week, as Nick J. Faleris spotlights two top 2016 MLB Draft picks, Gavin Lux (SS, Dodgers) and Joey Wentz (LHP, Braves), while Dave DeFreitas and Ryan Ozella have their eyes on three prospects in the High A Cal League, including Giants RHP Tyler Cyr (above).
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Chaz Fiorino spotlights three prospects from the Phillies’ Double-A Reading affiliate, while Dave DeFreitas takes a look at two prospects from the Rangers’ High A affiliate. Nick J. Faleris profiles Cardinals prospects Magneuris Sierra and Sandy Alcantara, and we’ve also published nine new reports, including a fresh look at Joshua Sborz (RHP, Dodgers) from 2080’s Ryan Ozella.
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Dave DeFreitas profiles ex-major leaguer Dennis Sarfate and the reasons for his success in the NPB, while Mike Shubin provides updates on Tetsuto Yamada and Yuki Yanagita, who are both enjoying strong seasons as we near the halfway point.
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We’ve got seven new prospect spotlights and 12 new reports to share this week, including Astros catcher Garrett Stubbs (above). Plus, Nick J. Faleris spotlights two high-profile 2016 MLB Draft picks whose pro careers are now underway.
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Six spotlights, and eight new prospect reports cap off this week’s minor league coverage from contributors Emily Waldon, Ryan Ozella, Mark Shreve and Dave DeFreitas.
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Shohei Ohtani is making a strong case to be a full-time, two-way player. Plus, profiles of five more NPB players to watch this week from Mike Shubin and Dave DeFreitas.
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Dave DeFreitas, Melissa Lockard, and Ryan Ozella take a look at eight prospects from the High A California League this week.
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2080 contributors Dave DeFreitas and Chaz Fiorino take a look at the future of the Pirates’ rotation, and the future of the Padres’ infield.
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