'Stros Before Pro's 2nd Edition
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Joshua Flores #17 CF
The speedy centerfielder is a force to be reckoned with on the basepads. At just 21 years of age, Flores is already the fastest prospect in our farm system next to Josh Anderson. While also displaying some pop with 5 homeruns and 16 doubles. Possibly the Astros future leadoff man, Flores was wreaking havoc at Advanced-A Salem, he was second in the league in avg. at .325, 3rd in stolen bases with 25, and ranks top 10 in slugging, obp., and ops. This warranted a promotion to Double-A Corpus Christi. In 15 games with the Hooks his avg. has been sub-par but give him time to to adjust. On the bright side, he has attempted five steals and hasn't been caught. Look for his avg. to rise from the disappointing 161. it is at now. I wouldn't be surprised in the future to see Hunter Pence move to one of the corner outfields to make room for this Astros 2005 4th round draft pick. With a plethora of outfielders already, I don't see Flores seeing the majors until 2009, barring any trade.
Last game, August 17: 0-2, BB
August 16: 1-3, 2B, sb
August 15: 2-3, run, BB, 2 sb's
August 12: 1-4, 2B
August 11: 3-5, 2 runs
James Van Ostrand #25 OF
The Lexington Legends are lucky to have this Canadian born outfielder on their side. With this SAL team underachieving, Van Ostrand has been one of the very few that have found consistency at the plate. His .303 avg. is the best on the team and has proven that his bat is the most effective and efficient in the lineup. His performance warranted him a place with the best prospects in baseball at the Futures Game. James did not disappoint. Despite being the lowest player drafted among any player on either roster, Van Ostrand managed to hit a homerun with his only AB. He obviously has pop in his bat, the only question is if he can mature and maintain that power. Possibly another talented outfielder for the Houston Astros. The Canadian still has a long way to go, so it's hard to tell when he might put on a 'Stros Uniform. I think a 2010 call up or a trade is the most probable scenario since the Astros already have a number of outfielders.
Last Game, August 17: 1-2, HR, run, rbi, 2 BB
August 15: 1-4, 2B, run
August 14: 0-2, run, 3 BB, k
August 13: 0-3, BB, k
August 11: 0-4. 3 k
Maxwell Sapp #23 C
The big 6'2", 220 lbs. catching prospect out of high school may have the most power potential out of any Astros prospect in the system. He's displayed this talent since he was a kid. When he was 12-years-old he hit 18 homeruns...in one week! As a 13-year-old little leaguer, he hit 41 homeruns in one season. Unreal. Perfect Game had Sapp ranked #3 best raw power hitter and #1 arm defensively before the '06 Draft. Houston's 1st round investment has yet to hit a homerun this season but give the teenager sometime. He's shown the ability to get hot, one stint in may had him improve his avg. from .260 to over .300 in less than a week. At only 19 he has much more time to grow, refine, and perfect his game. Sapp is a rare commodity, being a catcher with a power bat from the left side. Don't expect to see him anytime soon though, his numbers show he has much room for improvement. The Astros will take their time with this one. I'm not worried though, the man has been hitting tape measure shots all his life. ETA - 2010 or '11
Last Game, August 13: 0-2
August 12: 0-3, BB, k
August 11: 1-4, k
August 9: 0-2, run, BB, 2 k's
August 8: 0-4, BB
19 comments:
What do you think Sapp will play in the majors 1st or catcher.I know he has raw power but can he hit for average and his true that his defense isn't all that good.
I believe the Astros will still try to use him at catcher.The Astros have been trying to draft premium position players such as CF's and catcher's so they have more value later on. So he's got more value if he pans out as a catcher. I'm not saying they won't try him at 1B eventually if his "D" never shows up but they will aggressively try him at catcher.
What do you see them draft next year?They'll probally have the number one pick hopefully and do you know anything about Derek Dietrich and Brett Eibner.
Pitchers especially left-handed and infield positions. You can never have enough pitching and the infield depth in the system is thin.
About Dietrich and Eibner:
Astros director of scouting Paul Ricciarini is optimistic about reaching deals with the Astros' top two picks in the June draft, third baseman Derek Dietrich, a third-round selection, and pitcher Brett Eibner from The Woodlands, picked in the fourth round.
"With three and four, we've had good dialogue," Ricciarini said. "It could go down anytime. ... Eibner and Dietrich, we're pretty close. It's very favorable."
They have to sign by August 15th or we lose their rights. If they do sign Dietrich, he will be playing his natural position as SS. Eibner has committed to Arkansas so let's hope they sign him and he ends up in Greeneville.
That was a July 26 article from the Houston Chronicle
Thanks for the info.Do you any pitchers they'll draft.Lets hope we'll have a few first round picks.
It's too early to tell who they want but there's a left hander I've been looking at: Brian Matusz, power lefty with polish. He plays for San Diego.
Was there every any news on why James Van Ostrand #25 OF didnt get any playing time for 2 weeks did he get hurt or was he just benched for no reason?
He was nursing a hamstring injury
Thanks for the info.Do know hitters coming out next year that astros should look at?
Pedro Alvarez 3B Vanderbilt
Jordan Danks CF Texas
Aaron Hicks OF/P Can reach the mid-90's and could also be a five tool player in the outfield.
Who or what whould you like to see them pick.
Aaron Hicks - he's got the most upside, i'd also like to see them draft a 2B. I don't have one in mind.
Do you know who the astros got for Ensberg and who does Hicks play for?
Wilson High School, Long Beach, CA
Ensberg was traded for cash consideration OR a player to be named later. They haven't said the player to be named and they might just get cash
I thought i heard it was for some guy named Cedric Hunter.Padre fans say he can hit but not for power.He plays for the Fort Wayne Wizards.They're A team.
And here are Cedric's stats
AVG-.273
G-103
AB-400
R-42
H-109
2B-14
3B-2
HR-4
RBI-41
TB-139
BB-34
SO-59
SB-6
CS-6
OBP-.331
SLG-.348
OPS-.679
If this is the player the Astros got i like the fact that he's only 19. I haven't found anything official yet, but good stuff if its true
From what i've seen on his highlight film he looks pretty good.
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