posted 5/17/13 9:58 AM PST
This week's MLBDepthCharts.com Fantasy Podcast is ready for your ears. Featuring Jason Martinez, Scott Strandberg and Andrew Berg, it's a packed show with plenty of interesting baseball (and even some non-baseball) talk.
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MLBDC FANTASY PODCAST MAY 15, 2013
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MLBDC Fantasy Podcast (May 15, 2013)
Labels: andrew berg, fantasy baseball, podcast, scott strandberg
MLBDepthCharts Insider (2013 Regular Season)
Last updated: 5/7/13 9:50 AM PST
By Jason Martinez & Clint Chisam
MLBDepthCharts is excited to announce that our newest product, the regular season MLBDepthCharts Insider, is now on sale. This product is a must-have for all baseball fans. The Insider is a combination of Fantasy Baseball and MLB Roster Tracking.
If you're a Fantasy Baseball Fan, look no further for the most up-to-date and in-depth info out there.
LATEST ADDITIONS TO THE KIT (5/7/13): 2013 Rookie Tracker, Roster Edition
COMING SOON: 2013-14 Free Agent Tracker, Prospect Tracker, Knocking Down the Door list
The Insider has everything a Fantasy Baseball fan could ask for. We'll do all the digging and number crunching that comes with Fantasy Baseball and will assist you in winning your league and gaining bragging rights this season. Having all this information compiled in one report saves you tons of valuable time while still reaping the Fantasy rewards. The Insider is an excel spreadsheet full of unique features that is built specifically for the 2013 Regular Season. Check out everything that's included below!
DELIVERY SCHEDULE: Available for download on the website each and every day of the regular season.
By Jason Martinez & Clint Chisam
MLBDepthCharts is excited to announce that our newest product, the regular season MLBDepthCharts Insider, is now on sale. This product is a must-have for all baseball fans. The Insider is a combination of Fantasy Baseball and MLB Roster Tracking.
If you're a Fantasy Baseball Fan, look no further for the most up-to-date and in-depth info out there.
LATEST ADDITIONS TO THE KIT (5/7/13): 2013 Rookie Tracker, Roster Edition
COMING SOON: 2013-14 Free Agent Tracker, Prospect Tracker, Knocking Down the Door list
MLBDepthCharts INSIDER Video Tutorial
For best view click on the 'you tube' button and watch in 1080p HD
The Insider has everything a Fantasy Baseball fan could ask for. We'll do all the digging and number crunching that comes with Fantasy Baseball and will assist you in winning your league and gaining bragging rights this season. Having all this information compiled in one report saves you tons of valuable time while still reaping the Fantasy rewards. The Insider is an excel spreadsheet full of unique features that is built specifically for the 2013 Regular Season. Check out everything that's included below!
DELIVERY SCHEDULE: Available for download on the website each and every day of the regular season.
Under the Radar NL Minor League Hitting Performance of the Week (May 2 - May 8)
posted 5/10/13 1:17 PM PST
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Kevin Plawecki, C, Lo-A Savannah (NYM)
2013 stats: .398 BA, 5 HR, 28 RBI, 17 2B, 9 BB, 14 K
May 2-May 8 stats: 7-for-18, HR, 2 2B, 7 RBI, BB
With nearly four weeks of prospect tracking in the books, Jim Brown and I have already witnessed a go-around of the fast and slow start cycles that generally plague both pitchers and hitters during a long season. This week, I witnessed plenty of hot starts cooling down while cold starters were heating up like Hi-A Daytona’s Jorge Soler, Lo-A Wisconsin’s Mitch Haniger and Hi-A Bradenton’s Gregory Polanco.
Yet, if you ask big league managers and front offices alike what they look for most in a player (regardless of level), one comment you hear the most is “consistency.” And nothing has shouted consistency more so far this season than Mets farmhand Kevin Plawecki. My Week #1 honorable mention, Plawecki earned this week’s top honor with three consecutive multi hit games. He clubbed three doubles Wednesday vs. Kannapolis before adding another double and his fifth home run of the season on May 4th vs. Hickory.
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Kevin Plawecki, C, Lo-A Savannah (NYM)
2013 stats: .398 BA, 5 HR, 28 RBI, 17 2B, 9 BB, 14 K
May 2-May 8 stats: 7-for-18, HR, 2 2B, 7 RBI, BB
With nearly four weeks of prospect tracking in the books, Jim Brown and I have already witnessed a go-around of the fast and slow start cycles that generally plague both pitchers and hitters during a long season. This week, I witnessed plenty of hot starts cooling down while cold starters were heating up like Hi-A Daytona’s Jorge Soler, Lo-A Wisconsin’s Mitch Haniger and Hi-A Bradenton’s Gregory Polanco.
Yet, if you ask big league managers and front offices alike what they look for most in a player (regardless of level), one comment you hear the most is “consistency.” And nothing has shouted consistency more so far this season than Mets farmhand Kevin Plawecki. My Week #1 honorable mention, Plawecki earned this week’s top honor with three consecutive multi hit games. He clubbed three doubles Wednesday vs. Kannapolis before adding another double and his fifth home run of the season on May 4th vs. Hickory.
Under the Radar NL Minor League Pitching Performance of the Week (thru May 2 - May 8)
posted 5/10/13 1:12 PM PST
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Orlando Castro, LHP, Lo-A West Virginia (PIT)
2013 Stats: 1.58 ERA, 40 IP, 31 H, 2 BB, 35 K in 7 starts
May 2-May 8 stats: 6 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 0 BB, 7 K in 1 start
Pittsburgh's future top of the rotation will very likely consist of top prospects Gerrit Cole and Jameson Taillon. Just who would be the middle and back-end starters to round out the staff could prove interesting. Castro could have the versatility to help fill out the rotation or as a valuable swingman out of the bullpen. The Pirates are currently relying on such a pitcher in Jeanmar Gomez, who has been a decent stopgap when Wandy Rodriguez was forced to miss a start and most recently, when James McDonald hit the DL.
The 21-year old was signed as an amateur free agent back in 2009 and began his pro career in the Venezuelan Summer League the following year. He was primary a starter in the VSL and with the Gulf Coast League Pirates in 2011 where he complied an 8-0 record and 1.02 ERA. Success as a starter didn’t matter as the Pirates moved Castro to the bullpen with short-season State College late in 2011 and to start the 2012 season. A promotion to Lo-A West Virginia in 2012 ended with Castro getting roughed up to the tune of 24 earned runs over 45.1 innings in 18 appearances.
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Orlando Castro, LHP, Lo-A West Virginia (PIT)
2013 Stats: 1.58 ERA, 40 IP, 31 H, 2 BB, 35 K in 7 starts
May 2-May 8 stats: 6 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 0 BB, 7 K in 1 start
Pittsburgh's future top of the rotation will very likely consist of top prospects Gerrit Cole and Jameson Taillon. Just who would be the middle and back-end starters to round out the staff could prove interesting. Castro could have the versatility to help fill out the rotation or as a valuable swingman out of the bullpen. The Pirates are currently relying on such a pitcher in Jeanmar Gomez, who has been a decent stopgap when Wandy Rodriguez was forced to miss a start and most recently, when James McDonald hit the DL.
The 21-year old was signed as an amateur free agent back in 2009 and began his pro career in the Venezuelan Summer League the following year. He was primary a starter in the VSL and with the Gulf Coast League Pirates in 2011 where he complied an 8-0 record and 1.02 ERA. Success as a starter didn’t matter as the Pirates moved Castro to the bullpen with short-season State College late in 2011 and to start the 2012 season. A promotion to Lo-A West Virginia in 2012 ended with Castro getting roughed up to the tune of 24 earned runs over 45.1 innings in 18 appearances.
Labels: greg nappo, jim brown, orlando castro, under the radar
MLBDC Fantasy Podcast (May 8, 2013)
posted 5/9/13 9:38 AM PST
This week's MLBDepthCharts.com Fantasy Podcast is ready for your ears. Featuring Scott Strandberg, Andrew Berg, guest Scott Spratt of Hardball Times and music by Pidgin, it's a packed show with plenty of interesting baseball talk.
Listen to today's podcast by clicking the link below ...
MLBDC FANTASY PODCAST MAY 8, 2013
The show is also available on iTunes and via RSS Feed ...
... or just press play and listen right here.
This week's MLBDepthCharts.com Fantasy Podcast is ready for your ears. Featuring Scott Strandberg, Andrew Berg, guest Scott Spratt of Hardball Times and music by Pidgin, it's a packed show with plenty of interesting baseball talk.
Listen to today's podcast by clicking the link below ...
MLBDC FANTASY PODCAST MAY 8, 2013
The show is also available on iTunes and via RSS Feed ...
... or just press play and listen right here.
Under the Radar NL Minor League Pitching Performance of the Week (April 24 thru May 1)
posted 5/4/13 10:22 AM PST
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Rainy Lara, RHP, Lo-A Savannah (NYM)
2013 Stats: 1.88 ERA, 24 IP, 21 H, 3 BB, 24 K in 4 starts
April -May 1 stats: 7.1 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 0 BB, 9 K in 1 start
A busy week had me scrambling to ensure that I tracked each day’s minor league games. But the miserable weather made things easier, as numerous games were postponed. In fact, the Midwest League has already exceeded last year's postponements and we don’t have a month in the books yet. Also making it easy was that my 2013 breakout choice is this week’s pick for UTR Performance of the Week. Savannah’s Rainy Lara threw 7.1 shutout innings on April 27th, getting seven strikeouts and his third win in four outings.
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Rainy Lara, RHP, Lo-A Savannah (NYM)
2013 Stats: 1.88 ERA, 24 IP, 21 H, 3 BB, 24 K in 4 starts
April -May 1 stats: 7.1 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 0 BB, 9 K in 1 start
A busy week had me scrambling to ensure that I tracked each day’s minor league games. But the miserable weather made things easier, as numerous games were postponed. In fact, the Midwest League has already exceeded last year's postponements and we don’t have a month in the books yet. Also making it easy was that my 2013 breakout choice is this week’s pick for UTR Performance of the Week. Savannah’s Rainy Lara threw 7.1 shutout innings on April 27th, getting seven strikeouts and his third win in four outings.
Labels: jim brown, rainy lara, roman madrid, under the radar
Under the Radar NL Minor League Hitting Performance of the Week (April 24 thru May 1)
posted 5/4/13 10:03 AM PST
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Mike O'Neill, OF, Double-A Springfield (STL)
2013 stats: .338 BA (27-for-80), 0 HR, 4 RBI, 3 2B, 24 BB, 4 K, 3 SB
April 24-May 1 stats: 12-for-24, RBI, 11 BB, 2 K, SB
Looking at the depth of St. Louis Cardinals top minor league hitters, #1 prospect Oscar Tavares and 2012 draftees Stephen Piscotty and James Ramsey stick out as future top shelf stars. Yet, in true UTR fashion, we look deeper; which is cause to look no further than 2010 31st rounder Mike O’Neill.
The former University of Southern California outfielder has not only carved a name for himself as a plus-plus hitter, but the quintessential on-base machine. In 35 plate appearances this week, he amassed a .657 on-base percentage with 12 hits; highlighted by a 6-for-6 performance during an April 24th double-header vs. Arkansas.
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Mike O'Neill, OF, Double-A Springfield (STL)
2013 stats: .338 BA (27-for-80), 0 HR, 4 RBI, 3 2B, 24 BB, 4 K, 3 SB
April 24-May 1 stats: 12-for-24, RBI, 11 BB, 2 K, SB
Looking at the depth of St. Louis Cardinals top minor league hitters, #1 prospect Oscar Tavares and 2012 draftees Stephen Piscotty and James Ramsey stick out as future top shelf stars. Yet, in true UTR fashion, we look deeper; which is cause to look no further than 2010 31st rounder Mike O’Neill.
The former University of Southern California outfielder has not only carved a name for himself as a plus-plus hitter, but the quintessential on-base machine. In 35 plate appearances this week, he amassed a .657 on-base percentage with 12 hits; highlighted by a 6-for-6 performance during an April 24th double-header vs. Arkansas.
Labels: marc hefferan, mike o'neill, ryan court, under the radar
Under the Radar NL Minor League Hitting Performance of the Week (April 16 thru April 23)
posted 4/25/13 11:13 AM PST
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Jose Osuna, 1B, Hi-A Bradenton (PIT)
2013 stats: .265 BA (18-for-68), 2 HR, 9 RBI, 3 2B, 4 BB, 12 K, 2 SB 4155174108
April 16-April 23 stats: 10-for-27, HR, 7 RBI, 2B, 4 BB, 2 SB
Back in 2007, had UTR writer Jim Brown been following young pitching prospects out of Venezuela, it’s a good possibility that Jose Osuna would have been near the top of his TPS list. Osuna was once a 15 year-old fire balling righty that held plenty of promise, but mysteriously started losing velocity on his fastball. However, like most young players that age, he also swung a bat and swung it with authority. Much like he did this week.
by Marc Hefferan
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2013 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Hitting Performance of the Week
Jose Osuna, 1B, Hi-A Bradenton (PIT)
2013 stats: .265 BA (18-for-68), 2 HR, 9 RBI, 3 2B, 4 BB, 12 K, 2 SB 4155174108
April 16-April 23 stats: 10-for-27, HR, 7 RBI, 2B, 4 BB, 2 SB
Back in 2007, had UTR writer Jim Brown been following young pitching prospects out of Venezuela, it’s a good possibility that Jose Osuna would have been near the top of his TPS list. Osuna was once a 15 year-old fire balling righty that held plenty of promise, but mysteriously started losing velocity on his fastball. However, like most young players that age, he also swung a bat and swung it with authority. Much like he did this week.
Under the Radar NL Minor League Pitching Performance of the Week (April 16 thru April 23)
posted 4/25/12 10:56 AM PST
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Taylor Hill, RHP, Hi-A Potomac (WASH)
Season Stats: 3-0, 1.42 ERA, 19.0 IP, 3 ER, 13 H, 2 BB, 16 BB over 4 appearances with 3 starts
April 16–April 23 stats: 1-0, 7.0 IP, 0 ER, H, 0 BB, 7 K in 1 start
With so many minor league games to track over the course of the week, I'm bound to miss an outing here and there. Online blogs and social media sites tend to offer a helping hand with multiple mentions that something special is occurring on a given night. On April 20th, though, everything seemed normal with a regular slate of games being played.
After going through the box scores the next day, Taylor Hill was my selection as the Pitcher of the Day after throwing a one-hitter over seven innings, striking out seven with no walks. Throwing a one-hitter deserves that sort of mention, but without researching the game story further, one doesn’t realize how special Hill’s outing might have been. The 2011 6th round selection out of Vanderbilt University missed throwing a perfect game when he saw a groundball just narrowly get past the Potomac second basemen with two outs in the 5th inning.
by Jim Brown
*MLBDepthCharts.com considers any player not on a team's 40-man roster, in AAA, or ranked as a top 10 prospect by Baseball America or top 11 prospect by Baseball Prospectus before the 2012 season as an 'under the radar' player.
Under the Radar Minor League NL Pitching Performance of the Week
Taylor Hill, RHP, Hi-A Potomac (WASH)
Season Stats: 3-0, 1.42 ERA, 19.0 IP, 3 ER, 13 H, 2 BB, 16 BB over 4 appearances with 3 starts
April 16–April 23 stats: 1-0, 7.0 IP, 0 ER, H, 0 BB, 7 K in 1 start
With so many minor league games to track over the course of the week, I'm bound to miss an outing here and there. Online blogs and social media sites tend to offer a helping hand with multiple mentions that something special is occurring on a given night. On April 20th, though, everything seemed normal with a regular slate of games being played.
After going through the box scores the next day, Taylor Hill was my selection as the Pitcher of the Day after throwing a one-hitter over seven innings, striking out seven with no walks. Throwing a one-hitter deserves that sort of mention, but without researching the game story further, one doesn’t realize how special Hill’s outing might have been. The 2011 6th round selection out of Vanderbilt University missed throwing a perfect game when he saw a groundball just narrowly get past the Potomac second basemen with two outs in the 5th inning.
Labels: jim brown, taylor hill, under the radar, will hudgins
MLBDC Fantasy Podcast (April 24, 2013)
posted 4/24/13 9:30 PM PST
This week's MLBDepthCharts.com Fantasy Podcast is ready for your ears. Featuring Scott Strandberg, Andrew Berg, guest Mike Gianella of Baseball Prospectus and music by John Calvin, it's a packed show with plenty of interesting baseball talk.
Listen to today's podcast by clicking the link below ...
MLBDC FANTASY PODCAST APRIL 23, 2013
The show is also available on iTunes and via RSS Feed ...
... or just press play and listen right here.
This week's MLBDepthCharts.com Fantasy Podcast is ready for your ears. Featuring Scott Strandberg, Andrew Berg, guest Mike Gianella of Baseball Prospectus and music by John Calvin, it's a packed show with plenty of interesting baseball talk.
Listen to today's podcast by clicking the link below ...
MLBDC FANTASY PODCAST APRIL 23, 2013
The show is also available on iTunes and via RSS Feed ...
... or just press play and listen right here.
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