Found January 10, 2008 on Hot Stove New York: Yardbarker Blogger Network
Dugout Central is a website created by former Yankee Mike Pagliarulo that touts itself as a place "where fans and scouts come together to discuss our national pastime." Yesterday on the site, one site author took a look at the three "high-ceiling" centerfielders that the Twins could be choosing from as they continue to search for a suitable trade package for Johan Santana: Boston's Ellsbury, Melky Cabrera of the Yanks, and the Mets' Gomez. Writes the author: "Though Ellsbury has received the most positive publicity, largely because of his .438/.500/.688 line in 16 World Series at bats, we believe that Gomez has the biggest ceiling of the three?The 21 year old has all kinds of ability and projects to being a Premium Category player in 3-5 years?His speed is equal to Jose Reyes (SS), and he's got an XL frame (6'4?, 195 pounds) that is capable of supporting more weight. With improved technique at the plate he could be a 30+ home run guy." So wait, let me get this straight. Fernando Martinez is a power-hitting corner outfield stud. Carlos Gomez is a five-tool dynamo in center. Now why are the Mets considered a distant third place in the Santana Sweepstakes again? Something doesn't add up here, and I don't think it's my arithmatic that's off?

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  • As a Redskin fan i dont want to see philly with a good WR i could see Javon Walker fitting in well because of Reid offense, i would be hating to see Larry Fitz and Mcnabb twice a year although i think with are new soon to be head coach Greg Williams i can see us stoping anyone... Still Praying for Sean Taylor RIP #21
  • JReddish
    I think you clicked the wrong story.

    Pags is a Twin and an Oriole in my mind, not a Yankme.
  • ShakespeareD
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    I agree. Neither Ellsbury or Cabrera have anywhere near the ceiling of Carlos Gomez. Cabrera is more of a secondary piece to the Yankee deal so we can leave him out. Ellsbury is 3 years older than Gomez, his primary assets are speed and defense. He does not run better than Gomez or play defense as well. His minor league high in steals is 49 in a season while Gomez had 64 in '05. Ellsbury has almost no power. At 6-2, Gomez projects to fill out and eventually be a 25 hr hitter. The ceilings are nowhere near even. Ellsbury is a bit overrated after a hot end to '07 and a stellar playoffs.
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