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Barves
3:16
Eric, given the amount of games you go to, have you ever made it onto the Jumbotron?  Also, what's the funniest entertainment gimmick you seen at a ball park?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:17
I'm accidentally on camera every now and then, sure. Cookie Face is my favorite between inning game.
Matthew
3:17
People thought the Royals got fleeced in the Herrera trade. What do you think of it now?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:18
Morel has been okay in the AZL, hold on I have notes on him somewhere...
3:19
91-93, mature frame for age, flash avg curveball, firm mid-90s change. CHance for a bunch of 50s based on my look unless the velo ticks up unexpectedly. I don't know what else they were offered to be able to judge the deal at all.
David
3:20
Also, another Mariners question (sorry), Based on the performances this year is Julio Rodriguez pacing himself to become their top prospect as early as next year? or is this reading too much into DSL results?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:21
I really like Julio but I think we have him in the right place on the board. We're ultimately talking about a physically mature corner guy who is probably several years away.
Jack
3:22
What are your thoughts on Parker Dunshee and Brian Howard? Anything there or non-prospects?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:24
I think Howard has solid average big league stuff and I can see how his height creates weird angle that makes hitters uncomfortable. Dunshee I just don't know. He has a good changeup but I haven't figured out how he does the trick yet and whether i think it's sustainable or not.
Shawn
3:24
How is MJ Melendez not a top 100 prospect? Plus defensive catcher with really nice pop and only 19
Eric A Longenhagen
3:25
I love Mervyl but the prep catcher attrition rate is terrifying.
kvothe
3:25
Has the D-backs Jamie Westbrook done anything this year to improve his stock?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:25
Yes. Changed his swing last year (I didn't notice until this year) and is hitting the ball in the air more often. Still a tough profile because he's really a LF-only guy for a lot of teams, though.
Bun B
3:26
Dude...Vidal Brujan is SHOVING
Eric A Longenhagen
3:26
It's fun, right? Makes me pretty happy.
Zach
3:27
The Pirates farm system seems pretty barren, and I thought this before the Baz inclusion was announced. Now, outside of the core group (Keller/Hayes/Swaggerty, and to a lesser extent, Tucker/Cruz) is there anyone else worth getting excited over? Someone who has made a major leap in your eyes this year?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:28
Bryan Reynolds bounceback seems real. Jared Oliva has huge tools. I'm encouraged by what Bae and Deon Stafford have done. Calvin Mitchell somewhat. Kramer and Newman are gonna be fine big leaguers. Their system is okay. But I agree they gave up a ton for Archer.
Russell
3:28
Is everyone overreacting on Wander Franco or is he the next elite Acuna/Soto/Vlad level prospect?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:29
He's crushing the ball. Swings it like Francisco Mejia except this guy can play SS. Whacking everything.
All Cats Are Beautiful
3:29
Why doesn't Manny Banuelos get any mention as a prospect?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:29
What year is it?
Largest Adult Son
3:29
where do all the short season guys go after the season's end?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:30
Many of them come back to the complex for instructional league, for which they are not paid.
Hello
3:30
Is a long stride (for a P) unambiguously good? Relatedly, should that be something orgs encourage in their prospects and/or look for when scouting?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:30
It is not as not all pitchers have the athleticism to control such a big stride
Kevin
3:30
Is Blaze Jordan the next Bryce Harper?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:30
I doubt it
976
3:31
Got anything on Twins pitcher Jhoan Duran?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:31
93-96 t98, will show plus change and slider. Raw in many facets.
All Cats Are Beautiful
3:32
How big a problem is groupthink among scouts?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:34
In my experience it occurs rarely, but it's hard to say because it makes sense for evaluations of a given player to be relatively uniform if we assume scout competency and accept scouting as a means of player eval.
ZZ Bottom
3:35
What things do you think you missed or misjudged re: Matt Chapman’s glove?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:37
It's an 8, not a 6 as I projected. I just didn't think he was athletic enough to make all the ridiculous plays he has.
Josh I
3:37
When do AFL rosters usually get released? Any predictions on the biggest names we see?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:40
Usually right at the end of August. Maybe they'll be after Labor Day this year because of how early it is? I have no knowledge of roster assignments at this time but just some logical guesses: Vlad (until DWL starts), Tatis, Robles, Whitley (if not with HOU in Oct), Sixto, LouBob, Gohara (if not a/ ATL in Oct), Triston McKenzie, Jon Duplantier, Nate Pearson, Franklin Perez, Daulton Varsho
Benji
3:42
Is Graeme Stinson a RP only at the MLB level? If so, can he still be a first round pick?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:42
Probably, yes.
Dominic
3:42
Is Riley Greene a better overall prospect than Bobby Witt Jr.? Other than position and speed, is it crazy to think Greene's that much better of hitter to negate those 2 advantages?
Eric A Longenhagen
3:42
I'm more confident in Greene's bat and for some people in baseball that just means he's the better prospect.
bill
3:43
have you heard anything about Christian James in NYM org? seems to be dominating NYPL but with very few strikeouts. is he projectable?
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