MINORS: The downside of rushing position prospects
Jun 8 2016
Is ________ ready for to contribute? I'm asked this question almost daily. Whether injuries have devastated a lineup (Mets) or the product on the field is hard to stomach (Braves), fans and fantasy owners are always looking for a jolt of electricity to revive their franchise.
Truthfully, most hitting prospects aren't ready for the big leagues. Fundamentally, most aren't ready to transition to a major league batter's box yet. Some were never even given the chance to develop early in their careers. Why? Organizations saw something they craved and wanted to push it. Like a prospect with big power but a two-part swing or an 80-grade defender at short with no plate discipline. Or, in the case of Braves prospect Ozhaino Albies (Scouting...
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