It’s a thin farm system right now, but GM Billy Eppler is familiar with rebuilding a beleaguered farm system quickly, and his plan appears to be taking shape.
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For Minor League Free Agents, Freedom’s Just Another Word for Nothing Left to Lose
Minor league free agency can unlock new opportunities for many players – it can also spell the end of the road for others.
2017 Organizational Review: Milwaukee Brewers
Unlikely to acquire a big-name free agent, general manager David Stearns continues to focus on player development and low-cost player acquisitions to build a contending club. They’re in good shape heading into spring training.
Off-season adjustments have Clark looking to resume rise through Brewers’ system
Injuries and a faulty approach at the plate gave Trent Clark (CF, Brewers) a dose of reality last year. He’s working hard this winter to get back on track.
2017 Organizational Review: Philadelphia Phillies
After stockpiling high upside, young players from anywhere they can find them, the Phillies now boast one of the better farm systems in baseball.
Corey Ray’s work ethic, eternal optimism should make for a healthy return in 2017
The fifth overall pick of the ’16 MLB Draft, Ray had his development time cut short with a torn meniscus in early October. Now healthy, he’s excited to prove to the Brewers that he was worthy of the pick.
2017 Draft Class Video Library Update!
Five prospects from the Florida Gators highlight the latest update to our 2017 MLB Draft Class video library
2017 Organizational Review: Arizona Diamondbacks
For the D-backs to become competitive in the N.L. West while their big-name players are still around, Jared Miller, Anthony Banda, Miller Diaz and Socrates Brito will need to take steps forward in 2017.
A high school pitcher who hits 96 mph on the gun is a picture worth more than 1,000 words
After an injury-shortened 2016 campaign, Ryan Burr (RHP, Diamondbacks) hopes to return to form in 2017. The role of late-inning reliever for the major league club could be in his future.
2017 Organizational Review: Oakland Athletics
It’s time to strap in, Oakland fans, because once again the A’s will try to compete in the A.L. West division on a budget, hoping for meaningful contributions from a young crop of talent.