Box Score Recap – 7/24/2017

Box Score Recap

Rhys Hoskins hit his 23rd home run in a Lehigh Valley loss.

Tyler Viza threw seven shutout innings in a Reading loss.

Cornelius Randolph had 2 hits in a Clearwater loss.

Sixto Sanchez pitched a five inning shutout.

Williamsport pounded Auburn.

Lehigh Valley (62-40)  lost to Gwinnett, 9-3.

Zach Eflin took a step backward with 7 runs on 10 hits and 2 walks in 5.0 innings.  He struck out nine.  Ramos, Mariot, and Murray combined to give up 2 runs over the final 4.0 innings.

Didn’t matter though as the IronPigs could only muster 3 runs on 5 hits and a walk.  Rhys Hoskins hit a 2-run HR (23).

  • #1: Crawford (.228): went 1-4 with a run scored, double, K
  • #3: Alfaro (.242): went 0-4 with 3 K
  • #5: Williams (.280):  25 days and 75 PA into the end of prospect status
  • #7: Quinn (.274): 7-Day DL
  • #9: Cozens (.230): 0-4 with 2 K
  • #11: Kingery (.274): went 1-4 
  • #12: Hoskins (.282): went 1-4 with a run scored, HR (23), 2 RBI (75), K
  • #15: Pinto (4-3, 4.39):
  • #18: Appel (5-4, 5.27): 7-Day DL
  • #23: Lively (7-1, 2.27): (39 days/42.2 IP w/Phils)
  • #28: Valentin (.229): 7-Day DL
  • #30: Pullin (.217): 0-4 with a K
  • Eflin: (1-3, 4.60): 5.0 IP, 10 H, 7 R, 7 ER, 2 BB, 9 K
  • Eshelman: (7-2, 2.14): 7-Day DL
  • Leibrandt: (4-0, 1.61):
  • Therrien: (0-0, 1.69):

Reading (54-45)  lost to Altoona, 2-0.

Tyler Viza (5.59) pitched 7.0 shutout innings.  He allowed 4 hits and a walk.  Austin Davis took the loss with 2 runs in 2.0 innings.

The Phils managed just 4 hits.  Chace Numata (.245) had 2 hits.  Drew Stankiewicz (.286) had a pinch hit single.

  • #16: El. Garcia: Restricted List,  80-Game suspension was over after game #87.
  • #20: Anderson (6-4, 3.91):
  • #21: Arano (0-0, 3.74):
  • #22: Tocci (.313): went 0-4 with 2 K
  • #26: Canelo (.231): went 1-4 with a K
  • Martin: (.183): went 0-3
  • Walding: (.232): went 0-4 with 2 K
  • Irvin: (4-1, 3.18):
  • Taveras: (0-0, 5.06):
  • Davis: (3-2, 3.34): 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 2 K
  • DeNato: (5-1, 1.09):
  • Watson: (3-5, 4.64):

Clearwater (52-47)  lost to Bradenton, 6-3.

Ranger Suarez had a rough outing giving up 4 runs on 10 hits and 3 walks.  Tyler Gilbert (3.05) allowed an inherited runner to score and gave up 2 additional runs in 1.2 innings. Trevor Bettencourt (2.25) struck out 2 in 1.0 inning.

The Threshers scored 2 runs in the first inning on RBI singles by Wilson Garcia and Zach Green.  They broke a tie in the fourth on Jan Hernandez solo HR (13).

Randolph had 2 hits.  Hernandez had an outfield assist (second base).

  • # 6: Kilome (5-4, 2.74):
  • #10: Randolph (.258): went 2-5 with a run scored
  • #24: Romero (2-2, 2.95):
  • #25: Ed. Garcia (2-4, 4.25):
  • #27: Pujols (.173): 7-Day DL
  • #29: Seranthony Dominguez (3-1, 2.54):
  • Arauz: (3-1. 1.19):
  • Singer: (5-2, 2.45):
  • Suarez: (1-1, 2.35): 5.1 IP, 10 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 3 BB, 1 K

Lakewood (54-47)  won a rain-shortened game against Charleston, 2-0.

Sixto Sanchez got the win with 5.0 shutout innings.

Arquimedes Gamboa had 2 hits. Mickey Moniak had the BlueClaws other hit, a run-scoring triple in the third inning.

  • #2: Moniak (.261): went 1-2 with a triple, RBI (33), BB
  • #4: Sanchez (5-3, 2.64): 5.0 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 3 BB, 5 K.
  • #14: Medina (4-6, 3.16):
  • #17: Brito (.239): DNP
  • Gamboa: (.234): went 2-3 with a run scored, triple, K
  • Hall: (.271): went 0-2 with a K, HBP
  • Lartigue (.273): went 2-3 with a BB, K
  • Alastre: (.357) went 0-3  
  • Williams: (.226): went 0-2 with a BB, K
  • (#9) Zoellner: 7-Day DL
  • Falter: (4-6, 3.35):
  • Fanti: (7-2, 2.60):
  • Llovera (1-1, 2.05):
  • (#15) Al. Garcia: 7-Day DL
  • (#19) Russ: (0-1, 7.71):

Williamsport (19-13)  beat Auburn, 12-4.

Luis Carrasco held the Doubledays to 2 runs in 6.0 innings.  He struck out nine.

The Crosscutters piled it on.  Greg Pickett and Austin Listi had 3 hits apiece.  Nick Maton and Cole Stobbe added 2-hit games.  Jhailyn Ortiz hit his 5th HR and had 3 RBI.  Jake Scheiner hit his second HR.

  • #8: Gowdy:
  • #13: Stobbe: (.213): went 2-5 with a run scored, double, RBI (16), K
  • #10: Ortiz: (.278): went 1-4 with 2 runs scored, HR (5), RBI (20), BB
  • Pickett: (.323): went 3-4 with 2 runs scored, a double, RBI (11), BB
  • Stephen: (.260): went 0-3 with a run scored, BB, 2 K
  • (#1) Haseley: (.272): went 1-5 with 2 runs scored
  • (#4) Scheiner: (.278): went 1-4 with a run scored, HR (2), RBI (10), BB
  • (#6) Guthrie:
  • (#7) Maton: (.315): went 2-4 with a run scored, double, RBI (5), K
  • (#13) Fitch: (.412): went 1-4 with a double, RBI (7)
  • (#17) Listi: (.310): went 3-4 with 2 runs scored,  2 doubles, 2 RBI (15)
  • (#22) Mims: (.320): DNP
  • (#25) Azuaje: (.231): DNP
  • Young: (5-0, 1.59):
  • (#2) Howard: (0-0, 3.52):
  • Stewart: (2-1, 3.60):
  • J. Garcia: (2-2, 4.00):
  • Carrasco: (2-0, 2.08): 6.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 9 K
  • Brown: (2-2, 2.88):
  • (#3) Seabold: (1-0, 0.00):
  • (#10) Brogdon: (1-0, 3.86):
  • (#12) Parkinson: (0-0, 6.00):
  • (#14) Warren: (0-0. 5.40):
  • (#16) Dohy: (1-0, 5.40):
  • (#18) Jones: (0-1, 3.86):

GCL Phillies (12-10)  double header postponed, rain.

  • Muzziotti: (.286):
  • Guzman: (.302):
  • Pelletier: (.277):
  • Gonzalez: (.246):
  • Marchan: (.250):
  • Bocio: (.300):
  • (#11) Holmes: (.138):
  • (#24) Markham: (.114):
  • (#26) Nieporte: (.386):
  • (#27) Gurrola: (.255):
  • (#31) Mayer: (.205):
  • (#39) Stewart: (.000):
  • Jimenez: (1-0, 3.63):
  • Rosario: (1-1, 3.50):
  • Silva: (2-0, 5.21):
  • Morales: (1-2, 3.78):
  • Sobil: (1-1, 5.27):
  • (#8) Mezquita: (0-0, 0.00):
  • (#5) Lindow: (0-1, 3.00):
  • Kuznetsov: (1-0, 0.00):
  • Carvajal: (1-1, 3.00):
  • Miller: (1-2, 9.82):
  • (#21) Hernandez: (0-0, 0.00):
  • (#29) Cummings:
  • (#32) Santa Cruz: (1-1, 8.10):
  • (#33) B. Brown: (0-0, 0.00):

Here’s the affiliate scoreboard from MiLB.

Something New

I have added a new Google sheet tracking injuries within the organization.  It is as complete as I can make it with the information provided in the transactions and whatever I can glean from online media and talk around the Complex.  I placed it at the end of the Transactions section, just below the organization’s rosters link.  The link is also here.

Transactions:

Quincy Nieporte Interview – 2017

* Interviews

This is another in a series of interviews by Steve Potter.

Spotlight : Quincy Nieporte

Quincy is the Phillies 26th round draft pick in this year’s draft from Florida State University. He’s a right handed hitting first baseman who’s 22 years old and played three years at Florida State (after spending his freshman year at Tallahassee Community College). He hit .316 over the course of his college career with an OBP of .391 with 29 home runs and 229 RBI’s in 854 at bats and also had 53 doubles.

He’s from the Atlanta, Georgia area and is from an athletic family. His mom played tennis for four years at Florida State, his grandfather played on the PGA tour and his uncle Jay was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 1985 draft. Quincy graduated from St. Pius X high school in Atlanta and helped lead his high school team to the 2010 regional championship.

He’s gotten off to a great start playing for the GCL Phillies in Clearwater hitting .400/.486/.900 with an OPS of 1.386 in 8 games (30 at bats) with 4 doubles, 1 triple, 3 home runs and 7 RBI’s.

Recently I was able to correspond with Quincy and ask him some questions, here is the Q and A :

When did you find out you had been drafted and where were you?  What was your reaction?

“I was back home at school at Florida State after a super regional practice. I think I was more relieved than anything because I knew I was good enough to continue my career on the professional level.”

I read you were the “DJ” of the FSU locker room, at Carpenter Complex music is played for practice, if you were the “DJ” what would be playing?

“I would play a lot of oldies and also 90’s and early 2000’s hip hop. Also sneak some Spanish songs in for my fellow teammates.”

How has the transition to pro ball been? What’s different about your daily routine ?

“It is definitely different but the coaching staff and training staff has made it very simple for me. The biggest difference is the early start and the fact that we play everyday.”

You’ve gotten off to a strong start in the GCL, how has playing in Tallahassee helped you in playing noon games in the Clearwater heat?

“I think just playing in Florida for the last four years in college has helped me realize how to play in the hot weather. It’s easy to give it your all for 9 innings (sometimes more) because you know you will have the rest of the day to recover.”

Growing up in the Atlanta area what is your knowledge of the Phillies fan base?

“I know that the Phillies have great fans and also very passionate about all their sports. I am excited to be able to bring some of my personality to the big stage in a few years for them.”

What do you consider the strong suits of your game? As a hitter what’s your approach?

“I would say my strong suits would be my offensive threat and also my baseball IQ. As a senior signee, especially at Florida State, I feel like I have been molded to be a very mature and aware player.”

First and early impressions of Carpenter Complex and the Phillies training regimen?

“It is unbelievable. Everything you need to succeed as a ballplayer is all in one place.”

As you progress thru the system what should Phillies fans expect to see from you on the field and your approach to the game?

“I would say the fans should expect to see a guy who is willing to do whatever it takes for the team to win. I am also a very energetic guy who loves the game and loves to have fun. I would also say that I am an odd person that has a great sense of humor and tries to entertain the fans as often as possible in order to keep the fans guessing and enjoying their time at the ballpark.”

Thanks to Quincy for taking the time to answer my questions, I hope he has a long and very successful pro baseball career with the Phillies.

(Editor’s note: I’m not real good at the comp game, but here goes.  Quincy reminds me of Jake Fox.  Same height and weight.  Similar build.  Appears to have a similar approach at the plate.  When he makes solid contact, he hits the ball hard.)

Box Score Recap – 7/23/2017

Box Score Recap

The organization went oh-fer on Sunday.  Ben Lively pitched well for the IronPigs.  Each affiliate had one player knock a home run – LHV: Stassi (2), REA: Stankiewicz (1), CLR: W. Garcia (9), LAK: Hall (19), and WPT: Listi (2).  Carlos Tocci had 5 RBI in a losing cause.

Continue reading Box Score Recap – 7/23/2017 →

Open Discussion: Week of July 23rd

Weekly Discussion

The Phillies had a good week going 4-2, winning 2 series, and 5 of their last 7 games.  They continue to have the have the worst record in baseball with a 34-62 record and a .354 PCT. Continue reading Open Discussion: Week of July 23rd →

Box Score Recap – 7/22/2017

Box Score Recap

Lehigh Valley cruised, Brandon Leibrandt won his 4th consecutive game, the Bash Brothers bashed.

Reading was defeated in a rain-shortened game..

Clearwater won as Harold Arauz bailed out starter Franklyn Kilome.

Lakewood won behind Adonis Medina’s gem, Darick Hall added an RBI to his league-leading 72.

Williamsport won, Connor Brogdon earned his first professional win.

The GCL Phillies split a double header. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 7/22/2017 →

Under the Microscope: Sixto Sanchez, by John Yarusinsky

Other Stuff

Here’s another article from John Yarusinsky.  John sent it to me soon after he watched Sixto Sanchez pitch against the Rome Braves on July 12th.  I was hesitant to publish it.  I didn’t want to fan the flames of “Sixto-mania”.  But, it’s and introspective look at a remarkable young pitcher who turns nineteen next week (July 29th).  Enjoy. Continue reading Under the Microscope: Sixto Sanchez, by John Yarusinsky →

Box Score Recap – 7/21/2017

Box Score Recap

Lehigh Valley lost as Rhys Hoskins hit his 21st home run, Scott Kingery his fifth.

Reading won as Jose Taveras made his AA debut but didn’t figure in the decision.

Clearwater lost as Seranthony Dominguez made his long-awaited return.

Lakewood lost but Darick Hall picked up his league-leading 71st RBI.

Williamsport won, Connor Seabold notched his first professional win.

The GCL Phillies were postponed due to heavy morning rain. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 7/21/2017 →

Box Score Recap – 7/20/2017

Box Score Recap

Lehigh Valley crushed Durham in front of a lot of scouts.

Reading and Cole Irvin prevailed, Mitch Walding homered, as did rehabbing Howie Kendrick.  Jose Taveras was promoted from Clearwater.

Clearwater wasted a fine pitching effort by Edgar Garcia.

Lakewood split a double header.

Williamsport won with Kyle Young on the mound.  Colby Fitch hit his first professional home run.

The GCL Phillies couldn’t hold onto a 4-run lead. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 7/20/2017 →

Box Score Recap – 7/19/2017

Box Score Recap

Lehigh Valley won, Zach Eflin pitched well, Dylan Cozens got his 60th RBI.

Reading lost, Carlos Tocci raised his average to .310..

Clearwater and Lakewood were shut out.

Williamsport won by ten, Jake Scheiner had 4 RBI, Nick Maton had 4 hits.

Francisco Morales started a home game, and Ben Brown made his professional debut for the GCL Phillies. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 7/19/2017 →

Lehigh Valley Report

Other Stuff

Two straight late inning, come from behind wins for Lehigh Valley, who have now won three straight games to start their seven game road trip through the South.  The ‘Pigs conclude their series with Gwinnett tonight, before heading to Durham for a four game series against the Bulls over the weekend.  Currently sitting at 59-37, the ‘Pigs are 1.5 games behind division leading Scranton and hold a 4.5 game lead over Rochester in the wildcard standings.

News and Notes: Tom Eshelman has made 12 AAA starts and 10 of them have been “quality starts”.  Since April 18th, Eshelman is a combined 10-2 with a 2.27ERA in 15 starts between Reading and Lehigh Valley with a walk rate of just 1.1 per 9 IP.

—JP Crawford has now homered in 6 of his last 14 games (48AB) and has more homers than he did in all of 2016.  Crawford has reached base on 15 of his 16 games in July, hitting .286 over that time period.

–After walking just 4 times in his first 50 games, C Jorge Alfaro has walked 12 times in the last 25 games.  That said, his average is down under .250.  Over the last 18 games, Alfaro is hitting just .165.

—Dylan Cozens is hitting .295 at Coca Cola Park and .180 on the road.

—Rhys Hoskins has hit his first extended rough patch of the season, hitting just .160 (8-50) thus far in July.

—2B Scott Kingery is hitting a combined .320 in his last 30 games (AA/AAA).  Kingery is the only player in all of baseball with 20HR and 20SB already this season.

–Over his last 10 starts (AA/AAA), P Brandon Leibrandt is a combined 6-1 with a 1.82ERA.  He has won all of his AAA starts and 6 striaght starts combining AA and AAA.

–With his save on Tuesday night, Pedro Beato has taken over the record for saves in a single season for LV, with his 27th, passing Scott Mathieson.  Beato is unscored upon in his last 9 games, which have included 5SV.

–RP Colton Murray is really struggling having been scored upon in 4 of his last 5 outings (12.70ERA) without recording a strikeout.

–Since May 25th, RP Yacksel Rios is a combined 0-0 with a 1.17ERA and a SV in 9G between Reading and Lehigh Valley

–After an outstanding start to the season, RP Pat Venditte has an ERA over 6 in his last 21 appearances.

Probables: Wed: Eflin, Thur: Thompson, Fri: Leibrandt; Sat: Eshelman

‘Pigs leaders: Hitting, Dylan Cozens is 5th in AB(340),10th in SLG(.479), is 4th in RBI(59), leads the league homers (22), strikeouts (125) and is 7th in runs(55)Rhys Hoskins leads the league in runs (63),RBI(68), SLG(.550), is 5th in BB(48),  7th in OBP(.376)is 3rd in HR(20),  7th in hits (92); JP Crawford is 7th in triples (4) and is 2nd in BB(52); Nick Williams is 7th in HR (15) and 5th in SLG (.511); ; Jorge Alfaro is 9th in strikeouts(96); Pitching: Pat Venditte is 7th in wins(8), 7th in games (35); Jake Thompson leads the league in losses (11); Tom Eshelman is 3rd in ERA (2.14) and leads the league in WHIP (0.95); Pedro Beato leads the league in games(41), saves(27); Mark Appel is 2nd in walks (53)

Transactions: Comings: Harold Martinez (from Reading); P Mark Leiter (from Philadelphia), OF Herlis Rodriguez (from Reading), P Zach Eflin (activated from the DL), P Ben Lively (from Philadelphia), P Yacksel Rios (from Reading); Goings: P Mark Peterson (Released), P Mark Appel (Placed on DL), INF Jorge Flores (to Reading), OF Nick Williams (promoted to Philadelphia)