Spring Training Stock Report - Week One

[NorthSideSox72]

Since people seemed to like these last year, we are again doing the weekly stock report for those not guaranteed roster spots in Spring Training. That includes those vying for roster slots, and prospects who are just in camp for other reasons.

 

But we have a new writer on the job this year - Matt (MDL27 on SoxTalk) will be handling them this year. He will also be joining us for in-season recap writing and other posts.

 

Here is the Week One Report.

 

[flavum]

Olt is a non-roster invitee, so there are 63 in camp.

 

http://chicago.whitesox.mlb.com/team/roster_nri.jsp?c_id=cws

[NorthSideSox72]

Olt is a non-roster invitee, so there are 63 in camp.

 

http://chicago.whitesox.mlb.com/team/roster_nri.jsp?c_id=cws

We updated the text but forgot to update the number - so that now shows 63. Thanks for pointing it out.

 

[elrockinMT]

Thanks for the update. In examining who we think will be the starting 25 and those headed to AAA or AA It certainly appears we have talent. Those assigned to the minors are ready to help when needed and I feel comfortable with them in the organization. Too bad they haven't decided to expand the opening day rosters to 27

[CaliSoxFanViaSWside]

Since people seemed to like these last year, we are again doing the weekly stock report for those not guaranteed roster spots in Spring Training. That includes those vying for roster slots, and prospects who are just in camp for other reasons.

 

But we have a new writer on the job this year - Matt (MDL27 on SoxTalk) will be handling them this year. He will also be joining us for in-season recap writing and other posts.

 

Here is the Week One Report.

 

Good piece. I'm one of those guys who is always encouraged by seeing good results and hardly ever discouraged by bad spring results early on. So yes I'm biased ,optimistic and when results are bad its always "he could be working on something , a new pitch a new stance."

 

May and Davidson have impressed the most. That Coats oppo HR was impressive. Engel has looked good although the results aren't there as of yet.

 

The catchers have had good results . Kevan Smith, Hector Sanchez and Omar Narvaez have all had a hit or 2 . Sanchez took a foul tip off his right hand so not sure how bad it was because he was taken out of the game. Narvaez is old for the level he played in so perhaps they're taking a long look at him in ST. Brantly had a HR.

 

Pitching is even harder to assess because one inning you can look like a world beater and the next inning look like cannon fodder. However Danish and Kahnle have looked decent. Turner , Tago, Webb and Ynoa all have looked good.

 

Some might think Avi Garcia is guaranteed a spot on the team but I think there's a battle between Shuck, Avi and Sands for a spot on the 25 so they should be watched. Avi has looked good adjusting to his new stance, Sands looked good then bad on both offense and defense. Shuck is always a solid slasher . Dan Fields has shown flashes with the bat and is probably a better fielder than Sands , Avi or Shuck.

[bmags]

great stuff, thanks

[dasox24]

Really good stuff. Nice work.

[LDF]

 

really nice info and great for those who craves sox info, esp from the ST.

 

can anything like that be done from the minor league pov?? i know it is hard work. just asking.

[NorthSideSox72]

really nice info and great for those who craves sox info, esp from the ST.

 

can anything like that be done from the minor league pov?? i know it is hard work. just asking.

Well, most of the article is indeed about minor leaguers. Did you mean a minor leaguer actually writing about it?

 

[SCCWS]

Well, most of the article is indeed about minor leaguers. Did you mean a minor leaguer actually writing about it?

 

You have to remember that results in the beginning of spring training are skewed especially for hitters because the pitchers are often ML guys working on something or AA/AAA bound players getting a taste of the bigs. It is encouraging though to see a bunch of guys putting up good offensive numbers since the Sox need help on that side. Writer says he does not count out Davidson yet but the Frazier trade probably does.

Curious if there seems to be any improvement/emphasis on the defensive side.

 

[LDF]

Well, most of the article is indeed about minor leaguers. Did you mean a minor leaguer actually writing about it?

 

sorry for not explaining this idea.

 

this rpt was great on players vying for a mlb gig, and notable players who are very interesting to keep an eye on.

 

now, how bout those battles and players performances in AA and even some of the AAA players. how they are doing and performing. esp some of the unknowns and maybe a surprise player like an int'l player making a name for themselves.

 

i like to know how the AA player, i can't remember his name but the olympic player playing for the minors.

 

either way many thanks.

[LDF]

You have to remember that results in the beginning of spring training are skewed especially for hitters because the pitchers are often ML guys working on something or AA/AAA bound players getting a taste of the bigs. It is encouraging though to see a bunch of guys putting up good offensive numbers since the Sox need help on that side. Writer says he does not count out Davidson yet but the Frazier trade probably does.

Curious if there seems to be any improvement/emphasis on the defensive side.

 

excellent pov and i agree, esp with davidson, if his offensive games improve, he might make a nice look see next yr or a trade chip.

 

excellent!!!

[NorthSideSox72]

You have to remember that results in the beginning of spring training are skewed especially for hitters because the pitchers are often ML guys working on something or AA/AAA bound players getting a taste of the bigs. It is encouraging though to see a bunch of guys putting up good offensive numbers since the Sox need help on that side. Writer says he does not count out Davidson yet but the Frazier trade probably does.

Curious if there seems to be any improvement/emphasis on the defensive side.

 

I'm sure Matt is very aware of both the sample size and ST considerations around numbers - but this is what we have to work with at this point (along with watching the games on stream sometimes).

 

No one sees Davidson getting a job right now. I think Matt was saying he hasn't written off Davidson as a prospect overall, which is different. Frazier's presence means Davidson doesn't have a shot at the 3B job in Chicago (barring injury) for the next couple years, but if he actually manages to improve and look like a prospect again, some other team might see value in him.

 

sorry for not explaining this idea.

 

this rpt was great on players vying for a mlb gig, and notable players who are very interesting to keep an eye on.

 

now, how bout those battles and players performances in AA and even some of the AAA players. how they are doing and performing. esp some of the unknowns and maybe a surprise player like an int'l player making a name for themselves.

 

i like to know how the AA player, i can't remember his name but the olympic player playing for the minors.

 

either way many thanks.

Eddy Alvarez is who you are thinking of.

 

There will also be reports on AA and AAA guys, as there were in this article. Also, we will have articles from writers who will be live on the back fields as March goes on, so watch for that too.

 

[LDF]

I'm sure Matt is very aware of both the sample size and ST considerations around numbers - but this is what we have to work with at this point (along with watching the games on stream sometimes).

 

No one sees Davidson getting a job right now. I think Matt was saying he hasn't written off Davidson as a prospect overall, which is different. Frazier's presence means Davidson doesn't have a shot at the 3B job in Chicago (barring injury) for the next couple years, but if he actually manages to improve and look like a prospect again, some other team might see value in him.

 

 

Eddy Alvarez is who you are thinking of.

 

There will also be reports on AA and AAA guys, as there were in this article. Also, we will have articles from writers who will be live on the back fields as March goes on, so watch for that too.

 

ref bold 1 yeah that is who i would like an update for.

 

ref to all the planned articles,,,,, i didn't know of your plans. i will always enjoy reading what yous guys write. great info.

 

many thanks.