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Random Player Comments

Some random player comments from the book, after the jump. Keep in mind that none of this has been edited yet and none of these grades are final. Also keep in mind that the actual comment will have statistics from the last two seasons. Luis Garcia, RHP, Washington NationalsBats...
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Working on the Giants

Working on the Giants for the book. Preliminary player list after the jump. San Francisco Giants  40 players   Ehire Adrianza     SS Brock Bond         2B Jorge Buchardo     RHP...
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Update

I'm starting work on the Giants this afternoon. The next team after that is the Orioles, followed by the Padres. The team after that will probably be the White Sox although I haven't decided yet for sure. There is a rumor going around that I'm not doing a 2010 book...
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Thanksgiving Discussion Question

 HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!Use this thread to discuss the following question: If you could have Phillies prospect Michael Taylor for the next ten years, or Marlins prospect Mike Stanton for the next ten years, which one would you pick? Stanton is younger and has higher upside...
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Los Angeles Angels Top 20 Prospects for 2010

More photos » by Darren Calabrese - AP 3 months ago: Los Angeles Angels pitcher Trevor Bell throws against the Toronto Blue Jays during second-inning AL baseball game action in Toronto on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009. (AP Photo...
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San Francisco Giants Farm System Discussion

More photos » by Jeff Chiu - AP 2 months ago: San Francisco Giants' Madison Bumgarner pitches against the San Diego Padres in the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. (AP Photo/Jeff...
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Update

I'm several days behind schedule now. I had a bad reaction to some new blood pressure medicine and was unable to get anything done for several days...I was in a mental and physical fog for most of Friday and Saturday. I'm better today after stopping the meds, and yes I...
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An Interview with Oakland GM Billy Beane

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More photos » by Eric Risberg - AP In this Feb. 16, 2009 file photo, Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff, left, and general manager Billy Beane, center, talk with pitcher Brad Ziegler, right, during spring training baseball in...
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Update

I interviewed Oakland GM Billy Beane this morning and will have a transcript posted for you soon.
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Working on the Los Angeles Angels

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Now working on the Los Angeles Angels. Preliminary player list after the jump. Who am I missing? Los Angeles Angels 39 players   Alexia Amarista    2B Jon Bachanov       RHP Dillon Baird     ...
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Washington Nationals Top 20 Prospects for 2010

More photos » by Lenny Ignelzi - AP The Franchise (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File) Browse more photos »   Top 20 Washington Nationals Prospects for 2010. All grades are EXTREMELY PRELIMINARY...
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Working on the Nationals

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Still working on the Washington Nationals....preliminary player list and some early grades after the jump. Michael Burgess    OF           B-Paul Demny         RHP ...
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Open Q/A Thread

The previous thread was getting unwieldy, so here's a new one. Go ahead and ask questions here about players in the Arizona Fall League, and I will answer them starting tomorrow.  Be patient as I'm also working on the book right now.
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Arizona Fall League Q/A Thread

Arizona Fall League I have returned from the Arizona Fall League and the First Pitch Arizona Conference. As usual, I had a great time, learned a lot I didn't know, and even got to meet a few Minor League Ball readers. I drove 2,962 miles round trip, and I'm rather...
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JERI's Update--John Will Be Home Today!

Good Morning.  As you might have figured out from the headline, John will arrive home this afternoon.  He will no doubt be filling you in on his trip details in the coming days.  I know he is excited to be getting back to work on the book (The Baseball Prospect...
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JERI's Late Night Update

It's Sunday night, and John is somewhere in New Mexico, on his way home.  He seems really excited about the players he saw, so that's good.  Sorry I didn't post this weekend...It's been a little hectic. I'll TRY to be interesting tomorrow...Here...
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JERI's Idea for Reality TV

I must make a confession.  I have gotten totally hooked on these cooking contest shows on the food network: Iron Chef America, The Next Iron Chef and Chopped.  There is also a show on Bravo, Top Chef, that I watch, but not as consistantly...
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JERI's Update...mostly off-topic

OK.  So it is after 10, and I'm just now getting the opportunity to sit down and type.  John is in Pheonix, and has already attended a game.  He sounds very happy to be there.  He wanted me to tell you that he's going to try and get some good video...
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JERI's Update, and Question of the Day

Greetings!  It's been a while since I've posted anything for John.  He's driving through New Mexico, and has assured me that he will NOT turn left at Albuquerque (rim shot!). Just a few updates in this post.  First, and most importantly, we have the...
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Heading To Arizona

We'll I'm leaving at 6 am tomorrow for Arizona. First destination target: Amarillo, TX, tomorrow evening. Jeri will keep you entertained while I'm on the road, and I'll chime in once I get there.
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Next Team Poll

After I do the Nationals and Angels, I'll switch to a National League West team. I thought about doing the Diamondbacks or Rockies just to be contrary, but most of you seem interested in either the Giants or Padres. I'll do a poll on this one. Note that my Arizona trip...
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Los Angeles Angels Farm System Discussion

I'm now working on the Washington Nationals. The next team in the queue is the Los Angeles Angels, so use this thread to discuss the Angels farm system.I'm driving to Arizona this week to take in some Fall League games and take part in the Baseball HQ First Pitch Arizona...
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Los Angeles Angels Farm System Discussion

I'm now working on the Washington Nationals. The next team in the queue is the Los Angeles Angels, so use this thread to discuss the Angels farm system.I'm driving to Arizona this week to take in some Fall League games and take part in the Baseball HQ First Pitch Arizona...
>> www.minorleagueball.com/2009/10...
 

Los Angeles Angels Farm System Discussion

I'm now working on the Washington Nationals. The next team in the queue is the Los Angeles Angels, so use this thread to discuss the Angels farm system.I'm driving to Arizona this week to take in some Fall League games and take part in the Baseball HQ First Pitch Arizona...
>> www.minorleagueball.com/2009/10...
 

Los Angeles Angels Farm System Discussion

I'm now working on the Washington Nationals. The next team in the queue is the Los Angeles Angels, so use this thread to discuss the Angels farm system.I'm driving to Arizona this week to take in some Fall League games and take part in the Baseball HQ First Pitch Arizona...
>> www.minorleagueball.com/2009/10...
 
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