Minor League Roundup

[Coldneck]

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Meh. He was in the Midwest League when the Cubs traded for him over 3 years ago. He's only played for Peoria or lower since being in the system. I'm not saying it's impossible. I'm saying it's way too easy to read too much into low-level minor league numbers when a guy never advances.
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He is only 21 years old. Guys drafted out of college are the same age or older. How would you feel if a guy we drafted as a college junior compiled those stats at Peoria? I'd be thrilled.
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I'd be thrilled with anyone putting up those numbers in their first season at a higher level. I'm far less enthused about a player putting up those numbers in his 3rd season at that level.
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After this season he will have played 2 full seasons at Boise. His first season was quite bad, while his second season was quite good. There has been a lot of development and he has tools galore. You are correct though Kid, the true test will be how he handles a higher level. I'd like to see him moved to Daytona sooner than later.