2. Similar Prospects Who Diverged In Part 1, I outlined the motivation for this study. I also mentioned some of the types of questions we’d be trying to answer. Now it’s time to get our hands dirty. In his 1996 Minor League Scouting Notebook, John Sickels assigns each prospect a grade from A to C-. [...]
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In-Game Discussion: Padres @ Diamondbacks (25 May 2005)
first pitch: 6:40 7:10 p.m., PT television: Channel 4 matchup: Darrell May (0-0, 4.24 ERA) vs Brad Halsey (3-2, 3.54 ERA) The Friars beat Arizona in Tuesday night’s opener at the BOB. The final score was 9-5, but it shouldn’t have been that close. The Snakes’ starter, Russ Ortiz, worked behind in the count all [...]
In-Game Discussion: Padres @ Diamondbacks (24 May 2005)
first pitch: 6:40 p.m., PT television: Channel 4 matchup: Adam Eaton (6-1, 3.35 ERA) vs Russ Ortiz (4-2, 5.11 ERA) preview: Padres.com Padres finally lost a series in May, dropping two of three to the Mariners in Seattle. The offense sputtered badly in the last two games and looks to get back on track in [...]
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Updates on Mark Loretta, Tagg Bozied, Xavier Nady, Tim Stauffer, Rudy Seanez, and the fast approaching June draft. Loretta to undergo surgery Tuesday in Arizona (Padres.com). From the article: “No timetable has been established for his return, but he is expected to be back in the lineup this season.” Sigh. Speaking of injuries, I was [...]
Prospects from 1996, Revisited – Part 1
1. Introduction: Background & Motivation What is a prospect? Why do some succeed and others fail? Are there observable differences between types of young players that lead each down different paths? What role do age, position, ability to draw walks, etc., play? How many current top players were highly regarded as prospects? How many developed [...]
Never Mind Waldo, Where’s Nady?
First off, if you let Aaron Sele throw a four-hit shutout against you, it’s hard to complain about no longer being in first place. Second, does anyone know what has happened to Xavier Nady? Whatever he may have done to offend, let me apologize on his behalf. The Padres really need to get his bat [...]
In-Game Discussion: Padres @ Mariners (22 May 2005)
first pitch: 1:05 p.m., PT television: Channel 4 matchup: Tim Stauffer (1-0, 3.46 ERA) vs Aaron Sele (2-4, 5.62 ERA) The Padres saw their latest winning streak end at eight, as Brian Lawrence‘s struggles away from Petco continued. The Friars had numerous chances to put the hurt on Seattle starter Gil Meche, who struggled with [...]
In-Game Discussion: Padres @ Mariners (21 May 2005)
first pitch: 7:05 p.m., PT television: Channel 4 matchup: Brian Lawrence (2-4, 5.24 ERA) vs Gil Meche (3-2, 5.25 ERA) previews: ESPN | CBS | SI | Padres.com Jake Peavy dominated as usual Friday night, holding the Mariners to three singles over seven innings in the Pads’ 6-1 victory at Safeco. Friars have won eight [...]
In-Game Discussion: Padres @ Mariners (20 May 2005)
first pitch: 7:05 p.m., PT television: Channel 4 matchup: Jake Peavy (3-0, 2.57 ERA) vs Ryan Franklin (2-4, 4.20 ERA) previews: ESPN | CBS | SI Padres, on the heels of a six-game homestand sweep, head to the Pacific Northwest and hope that they can continue their success on the road. The Mariners, despite the [...]
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Just a few odds and ends for you on a Friday. The Magic Shillelagh (The Mirl). Longtime reader and friend of Ducksnorts Ed Barnes talks about the Pads’ current hot streak. Mark Grant compares this team to the 1991 Braves, while Wally Joyner likens it to the 1986 Angels. (Those two teams won 94 and [...]
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