kitekrazy Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 So the Sox finally filled the hole in CF after almost a decade and chance that on a guy who couldn't figure out minor league pitching and somehow got it right in the majors. It wouldn't be the first time this organization overreacted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiderman Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 QUOTE (kitekrazy @ Oct 24, 2015 -> 08:23 PM) So the Sox finally filled the hole in CF after almost a decade and chance that on a guy who couldn't figure out minor league pitching and somehow got it right in the majors. It wouldn't be the first time this organization overreacted. Whether Thompson can hit at the MLB Level is still a huge question mark; Most of the expectations I see are tempered; if he plays great defense and hits .230 with 15 HR, Sox fans seem to be accepting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaconOnAStick Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Is there something wrong with Thompson in RF? Or is that too much outfield defense? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 QUOTE (Alexeihyeess @ Oct 26, 2015 -> 12:11 PM) Is there something wrong with Thompson in RF? Or is that too much outfield defense? I think the thought is just that you are maximizing his defensive value in center and will help make up for lack of hitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COACH612 Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 QUOTE (Alexeihyeess @ Oct 26, 2015 -> 12:11 PM) Is there something wrong with Thompson in RF? Or is that too much outfield defense? How is Thompson's arm to play RF? I have never seen him throw long yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 QUOTE (Coach @ Oct 27, 2015 -> 07:27 AM) How is Thompson's arm to play RF? I have never seen him throw long yet. He's got plenty of arm for any OF slot. But his strong skills in routes, speed and glove work mean his value is highest in CF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenSox Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Oct 27, 2015 -> 08:09 AM) He's got plenty of arm for any OF slot. But his strong skills in routes, speed and glove work mean his value is highest in CF. Yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCCWS Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 FWIW---According to their minor league career stats, based on fielding % and range factor, Eaton is higher rated defensively than Thompson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.