Read below the fold for the final edition of Around the System for 2009.  With the start of the Arizona Fall League late next week, look for updates twice weekly on the goings on with the Phils prospects in Scottsdale. Continue reading Around the System-OF (Lakewood, WP, and GCL) →

Read below the fold for a look at how the top half of the system performed in the OF this year.  Look for an article on the lower half of the system on Wednesday. Continue reading Around the System (OF)–LV, Reading and CW →

The Phillies hold a $5,000,000 club option on Pedro Feliz for next season which they would be fools to not pick up, based on both his production and the available major league ready talent (none)in the system currently. Read about the talent below the fold. Continue reading Around the System (3B) →

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.  Continue reading Around the System (SS) →

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 it, especially as both Utley and Rollins need some time off as their careers march on.  See below the fold for the review of second baseman in the system. Continue reading Around the System (2B) →

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: Continue reading Around the System (First Base) →

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. Continue reading Around the System (Catcher) →

Take a look below the fold for the performance of both the Williamsport and GCL Phils bullpen.  A warning on any projections.  When you get so low in the system, it is very difficult to have an idea what the Phils thinking will be.  I am making a somewhat educated guess, but it is just that a guess.  I am looking at numbers, age, my view of needs, and scouting reports when I make projections.  Of course, the Phils consider their needs along with many intangibles that I can’t consider for lack of knowledge. (i.e players makeup, if they want a particular coach involved with a player, etc.)  There are probably many more players that will be released simply from a numbers perspective, as the 2010 draft will provide a new influx of players. Feel free to comment and question.  Look for the System Report on Catchers, coming out soon. Continue reading Around the System, Bullpen (Short Season/Rookie) →

Read below the fold for a look at the performance of the Clearwater and Lakewood bullpens this year, and what the future holds for each player in the ‘pen. Continue reading Around the System, Bullpen (A) →