Showing posts with label Freddy Rodriguez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Freddy Rodriguez. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Source: Red Sox Still Interested In Rafael Devers
The amateur draft gets the most attention, but even the day before it, Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington made reference to another important pipeline of young talent: the international signing period. "Always looking to be better, and we need to keep getting better in this draft and this year's international class, and that's what we're focused on now," Cherington said. "We think we have a chance in the draft and international market, between now and the end of July, to add a lot more talent."
Friday, June 14, 2013
July 2 Notebook: International Outfield Bonanza
Another one of Guillen’s outfielders drawing attention for his hitting is Carlos Talavera (video), who can sign once he turns 16 on July 3. At 6 feet, 160 pounds, Talavera is a switch-hitter who some scouts like for his bat and ability to play center field. He has shown a bit of power to his pull side, though he mostly works the gaps and might not have as much power potential as Rodriguez. He might end up in a corner, but some scouts say he can play center field, with average to a tick above-average speed and a solid arm, so he could end up along the lines of Angel Pagan. Several sources said Talavera is one of the Cardinals’ primary targets and should be able to draw a mid-six-figure bonus.
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