Why do you feel the Giants haven't played Marco Luciano at any position other than shortstop? I can't imagine Farhan is dead set on Luciano being a shortstop-only big leaguer—that just doesn't make sense since Luciano isn't an elite SS defender. If the brass thinks there's a good chance Luciano remains in the org, wouldn't it be a no-brainer to give him at least occasional innings at third base and/or in a corner outfield spot well before he hits the bright lights of the majors? So, I'm left thinking there's a legit chance Luciano is included in trade packages at the deadline this year—read: they're trying to showcase him as a viable SS to maximize his trade value—or the front office feels there's still plenty of time in his development to enhance his positional versatility (perhaps after he really establishes himself in Double-A). Why do you think they're restricting this prized asset to the 6 thus far? And do you feel that's the right call?
How much longer until we see Landen Roupp in Sacramento? Also, Erik Miller is putting up incredible numbers in Sac relative to the rest of the pitching staff. Is his stuff that good or is he due for a regression? If the former, might he be a call-up candidate? (I know he’s walked a good amount, but perhaps that’s a function of the ABS system.)
Hunter Bishop posted a video and tweet that said “soon”…. Sounded like he was out for the season. Is he referring to starting baseball activities… I know you don’t like to speculate on injuries, but maybe you heard some good news
Roger, I feel like every spring and summer I have a ton of fun reading about draft prospects, and then when it's all over, there's a tinge of disappointment when some of my favorites end up elsewhere. But I've also come to the conclusion that my immediate reaction to a draft pick doesn't really have any correlation with how the player ultimately turns out.
Anyway, I have draft fever again! Do you?
I'm going to try extra hard this year to keep an open mind and root for whoever signs with the orange and black rather than grind over the (perceived) missed chances. Has your perspective on the draft changed at all over the years? Any advice for fans like me who obsessively study Baseball America and other outlets all draft season?
Looking at the players in the Giants org, there are many that are from the Bay Area or NorCal, plus a few more from the west coast. Is this real or just my brain cherry-picking? If so, is it the same for other teams too? Do free agents or drafted prospects give home town discounts? Has any one done any estimates on how big this might be?
What does Kyle Harrison's new slider mean for his long term outlooks? The previous one was graded out as plus, would then new one be better? Also has his change-up backed in terms of stuff or do yo think he's focusing the slider because he's been tinkering with it start to start?
Your recent musings about wRC+ and chase rate got me thinking. I'm curious about which statistics you feel the Giants are prioritizing to help evaluate their prospects. I'm sure they have elaborate models that incorporate all kinds of things. But which two or three stats do you think are most important for them in assessing pitchers? And hitters?
Am I right in thinking the likes of Aldrete, Pomares Corry will be eligible for the minors portion of the R5 draft if not in Sacremento by the end of the year? Want to avoid another year where the minors gets heavily raided.
Why do you feel the Giants haven't played Marco Luciano at any position other than shortstop? I can't imagine Farhan is dead set on Luciano being a shortstop-only big leaguer—that just doesn't make sense since Luciano isn't an elite SS defender. If the brass thinks there's a good chance Luciano remains in the org, wouldn't it be a no-brainer to give him at least occasional innings at third base and/or in a corner outfield spot well before he hits the bright lights of the majors? So, I'm left thinking there's a legit chance Luciano is included in trade packages at the deadline this year—read: they're trying to showcase him as a viable SS to maximize his trade value—or the front office feels there's still plenty of time in his development to enhance his positional versatility (perhaps after he really establishes himself in Double-A). Why do you think they're restricting this prized asset to the 6 thus far? And do you feel that's the right call?
Completely agree. Seeing Tatis in the outfield this week couldn't help but think how comparable Luciano seems
How much longer until we see Landen Roupp in Sacramento? Also, Erik Miller is putting up incredible numbers in Sac relative to the rest of the pitching staff. Is his stuff that good or is he due for a regression? If the former, might he be a call-up candidate? (I know he’s walked a good amount, but perhaps that’s a function of the ABS system.)
Hunter Bishop posted a video and tweet that said “soon”…. Sounded like he was out for the season. Is he referring to starting baseball activities… I know you don’t like to speculate on injuries, but maybe you heard some good news
Roger, I feel like every spring and summer I have a ton of fun reading about draft prospects, and then when it's all over, there's a tinge of disappointment when some of my favorites end up elsewhere. But I've also come to the conclusion that my immediate reaction to a draft pick doesn't really have any correlation with how the player ultimately turns out.
Anyway, I have draft fever again! Do you?
I'm going to try extra hard this year to keep an open mind and root for whoever signs with the orange and black rather than grind over the (perceived) missed chances. Has your perspective on the draft changed at all over the years? Any advice for fans like me who obsessively study Baseball America and other outlets all draft season?
Looking at the players in the Giants org, there are many that are from the Bay Area or NorCal, plus a few more from the west coast. Is this real or just my brain cherry-picking? If so, is it the same for other teams too? Do free agents or drafted prospects give home town discounts? Has any one done any estimates on how big this might be?
What does Kyle Harrison's new slider mean for his long term outlooks? The previous one was graded out as plus, would then new one be better? Also has his change-up backed in terms of stuff or do yo think he's focusing the slider because he's been tinkering with it start to start?
Your recent musings about wRC+ and chase rate got me thinking. I'm curious about which statistics you feel the Giants are prioritizing to help evaluate their prospects. I'm sure they have elaborate models that incorporate all kinds of things. But which two or three stats do you think are most important for them in assessing pitchers? And hitters?
Am I right in thinking the likes of Aldrete, Pomares Corry will be eligible for the minors portion of the R5 draft if not in Sacremento by the end of the year? Want to avoid another year where the minors gets heavily raided.