Monthly Archives: September 2009

New York Penn League Top 20

Posted on September 29, 2009 by

Baseball America came out with their top 20 prospects in the New York Penn League and three Phils prospects made the list.  At #4 is Catcher Sebastian Valle, #11 is 3B Anthony Hewitt and at #16 is OF Leandro Castro. Baseball … Continue reading →

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Around the System (SS)

Posted on September 27, 2009 by

Still no immediate need in Philadelphia with Jimmy Rollins signed for 2010 and the Phils holding a 2011 team option for $8.5 million that I would expect them to pick up. 

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2009 DSL Recap – Top Prospect List

Posted on September 25, 2009 by

This post will recap the 2009 Phillies DSL season and provide an initial top prospect list.  The same caveats apply as with the VSL list.  This report is based on statistics and not on scouting reports primarily.  In addition we … Continue reading →

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Kyle Drabek’s role in 2010

Posted on September 25, 2009 by

I’m going to write more about Drabek when I do my Top 30, but thats not for a while, and I was thinking about what should happen with Drabek next year, so I wanted to throw this out there. Everyone … Continue reading →

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Around the System (2B)

Posted on September 25, 2009 by

With Chase Utley signed through the 2013 season, this again is not an area of great concern for the Phils, however, they surely need to upgrade their bench up the middle of the infield.  Eric Bruntlett simply will not cut … Continue reading →

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4 Phillies in the GCL Top 20

Posted on September 23, 2009 by

Its that time, Baseball America lists its top 20 prospects from each US domestic league. The Phillies placed 4 guys in the GCL top 20; Jarred Cosart (4), Jon Singleton (7), Domingo Santana (10) and Jonathon Villar (18). Its notable … Continue reading →

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Around the System (First Base)

Posted on September 22, 2009 by

With Ryan Howard signed through the 2011 season, there isn’t an immediate need at first base but the lack of possibility should be reason for concern as next years draft roles around.  See below the fold for the details:

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2009 Instructional League Roster and Schedule

Posted on September 21, 2009 by

Instructional league starts today (9/21).  Preliminary roster and schedule after the jump.  New names from the Latin American leagues include Lino Martinez and Lisalberto Bonilla as well as the first extended look at recent signees such as Brody Colvin and … Continue reading →

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Around the System (Catcher)

Posted on September 20, 2009 by

A look at what the Phils have behind the plate in the organization.  As we know the prospects are at the lower levels.  See below the fold.  Look next for an update on first baseman, coming Tuesday or Wednesday.

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South Atlantic Champions

Posted on September 19, 2009 by

Congratulations to the Lakewood BlueClaws, who last night won the South Atlantic League championship with their 5-1 win over Greenville, winning their series 3-1.  Korey Noles got the win for Lakewood, throwing 7 strong innings, giving up just a lone … Continue reading →

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