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PandaMan Does what Panda Man wan
12:31
Does a 80 hit, 20 everything else player play in the MLB?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:31
Nope
Junkyard Dog
12:31
What are the chances Eric Haase makes the Indians opening day roster, either as the starter or backup?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:32
5%? I think they're contented with their current catching situation, hence the attempt to move  Mejia to 3B
Dodgers catchers
12:32
Who ends up being better, Will Smith or Keibert Ruiz?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:32
Smith
Carlton
12:32
Eric, what role do you see Tyler Wade playing for the Yanks this upcoming year?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:33
Super utility
Lilith
12:33
Could you talk a bit about the SS's at the top of the 2018 class (Turang, De Sedas, Madrigal)? How would you rank them and how do they compare to other classes with great SS's at the top, like 2015 with Swanson, Bregman and Rodgers?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:36
That's tough. I so love Madrigal but if you think De Sedas stays at SS, that's the guy. There are some similarities between this group and the 2015 trio with Turang playing the Swanson role (tools aren't loud but he plays SS and can do a bit of everything), Madrigal as Bregman (not consensus lock at SS and, if he's not, how much pop is there?) and De Sedas as Rodgers (highest ceiling bat of the group but obviously the riskiest)
John
12:36
Where would Otani rank in terms of best prospects in the last 5 years?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:37
Okay so starting in 2013, not 2012 (which would include Harper and Trout who'd both be ahead of Otani for me) and being careful NOT to be revisionist:
12:40
Seager, Buxton, Lindor (he was my #1 overall in '15)...that might be it?
Jose Fernandez probably belong up there but, again, we're not allowed to be revisionist here. Only looking at how we thought of these guys before they debuted
BB
12:40
Does Bo Bichette stay at SS long term, or does he move to 2B/3B?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:40
I think he moves
Padre
12:41
Who ends up being the SS in San Diego in the long run, Tatis or Urias?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:41
Gabriel Arias
JaysFan
12:41
Edward Olivares seemed hidden in the shadows of Vlad and Bo and friends. How many of his tools will play?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:42
Aha, yes. I like Olivares. Scouts have concerns about him swinging and missing at upper levels but he's got a great frame, some natural loft, his bat is quick, chance to stay in CF. He's a nice prospect.
Mario Mendoza
12:42
What's your current projection for Anthony Alford?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:42
Above average regular. He has monster tools.
WeMissDarvish
12:42
What can Rangers fans expect from Ronald Guzman next year?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:43
Ii think he'll be a terrific all-around everyday first baseman, more hit than power.
Dood
12:43
The Angels look like a system loaded with low level talent and could be a top 5 system in a couple years even though they are middle of the pack currently.  Any other teams fit that mold?  thanks!
Eric A Longenhagen
12:46
Good question. I'd look toward the systems who do well casting a wide net in Latin America. Mets, Nationals both have great programs, Dodgers too. Pittsburgh does well there and might be selling off big league pieces that make their system more loaded than it is already. Cubs have a lot of young, interesting depth.
Phan
12:46
The phils young arms, bar Nola, have underwhelmed at the major league level so far. Any of them stick out to you?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:46
I think Eickoff and VV have looked the best when they're healthy.
WeMissDarvish
12:46
Cole Ragans seems to live off of fastball life in lieu of decent velo. Is there a chance at an uptick given his physique? What kind of upside should we expect here?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:48
I'd guess not. Lots of HS arms never throw harder than they do in HS once they're going every fifth day instead of once a week, and for six months instead of three or four. I still think Ragans is going to be really good. That fastball plays even at 88-82
Alex A
12:48
What prospects should I shop to improve the big league club?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:48
Why not just develop the prospects?
Jordan
12:48
Do you know anything about joey krehbiel of the diamondbacks?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:49
Yeah, 24 y/o reliever who missed bats at Double-A. Violent arm action, plus curveball. Good shot to be a big league contributor out of the 'pen.
Peg
12:49
Can Naylor change his swing to tap into his power without taking too much from his hit tool?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:50
Maybe not change the swing, definitely change the approach.
Moltar
12:50
Looking forward to reading all your great work in the top prospects series! Is there a particular schedule for their release? Are you going in order or just presenting them as they're ready?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:50
Thanks very much, it'll be the latter.
Padres88
12:50
Despite the demotion, is Pedro Avila another example of a starter prospect lost in a deep Padres system? Tons of Ks...Great FB command, a nice curve and a chance at a plus changeup
Eric A Longenhagen
12:51
Yes, definitely a dude overshadowed by Baez, etc. Was like 92-94 with command this fall, and I agree both the change and curve will be effective.
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