GForce22 Posted March 28, 2005 Share Posted March 28, 2005 I have sent LLCMAC a series of imports for all players who were in my TotalMinors '04 rosters but who were not in the last release of the HLS roster set. Hopefully this will speed up their work for them. GH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacusand13south Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Tim redding traded to padres from astros. In return astros receive catcher humberto quintero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qpontiac Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 I have sent LLCMAC a series of imports for all players who were in my TotalMinors '04 rosters but who were not in the last release of the HLS roster set. Hopefully this will speed up their work for them. GH GH, you're like the guy behind the guy, behind the guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Royals Couldn’t find this guy optioned to AAA-Omaha (http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/teams/transactions?team=kan) Steve Stemle-P Specs & pic: http://www.memphisredbirds.com/Clubhouse/Players/stemle.asp Scouting: I have no idea Proposed AA- Wichita CAPs, all Optioned to AA Leo Nunez- P Specs & pic: http://sports2.chron.com/chron/baseball/player.cgi?4565 Scouting: “…called “Little Pedro†because of physical resemblance…has live arm, throwing 92-94 mph and reaching 97…has developed a curveball and slider…his velocity and stamina hasn’t been problems to this point…will go through periods where he has trouble finding the strike zone…His ability to refine a changeup will determine how far he goes…†Devon Lowry Specs & pic: http://sports2.chron.com/chron/baseball/player.cgi?5209 Scouting: “…one of the org’s best athletes…fastball returned to 90-94 mph.. kept it down in the zone and used his late-breaking slider as an out pitch in ’04…shows good arm speed on a changeup that fades away from lefthanders…outstanding delivery…velocity began to dip late in the season after a career high in innings…†Brian Bass Specs & pic: http://sports2.chron.com/chron/baseball/player.cgi?4453 Scouting: “…fastball jumped to low 90s and his curveball improved to above-average…shoulder problems ruined his ’04 season…success comes from locating the ball to both sides of the plate and keeping it down…still needs to make progress w/ his changeup and slider…†Ambrioux Burgos Specs & pic: http://sports2.chron.com/chron/baseball/player.cgi?5208 Scouting: “best fastball in the system…tops out at 98 mph…the heater moves away from righties with some cutting action…struggles to locate his changeup and slider consistently…showed an average splitter late in the year and could become a key pitch…strong ambition to become a closer…will remain in the rotation in AA.†Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GForce22 Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 GH, you're like the guy behind the guy, behind the guy Don't go there, dude, I'm a married man. GH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qpontiac Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Don't go there, dude, I'm a married man. GH LMAO...I guess when reading that, it doesn't come out the same way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 when you guys start making the double and single A players use this site. http://www.calleaguers.com/index.html the scouting reports are from last year, but it also has home to first times. Smart88, Sweet little site. Not sure what the 88 stands for, but the first 5 letters of your login name seem to ring true. (I always wondered if home to 1st times were top secret, because I never saw them as part of a scouting report. Now I know.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Good to have you back GForce. One important question guys. Who are these formulas being applied to?? If it's to bring consistency to minor league ratings I think it's great. Are they being used to alter major league ratings also? Other than changing pitches and a few necessary changes, I don't think they need it. I am NOT at all trying to sap the fun from a great game. I am NOT offering suggestions. JUST A COMMENT. Whatever formula you set up to determine hitting is fairly concrete. You either hit Home Runs or you don’t, you either get base hits or you don’t. Pitchers effectiveness is easily checked through simulation to match the numbers. But some of the major league ratings leave a little to be desired. If you think Slammin’ Sammy has similar fielding prowess and range as say Trot Nixon, I’ve got a big golden bridge in my hometown to sell ya. He might be the worst right fielder this side of that steroid author. Poor Aramis Ramirez’s fielding and range ratings are based on 2003 when he committed 33 errors and not last year when he lost some weight and only committed 10. Mike Piazza has one of the longest swings in baseball. If down and in is one of his hot zones and high and away is one of his cold zones than I’m Stevie Wonder. If Marquis Grissom, a “dead fastball†hitter, has a 0 and 1 miss rating on breaking balls against righties than I’m a monkey’s uncle. If I made a “tweak†suggestion on every inaccuracy or “outlierâ€, as GForce calls them, my post count would be up in Snash’s neighborhood and HypnoxXx would have droned me out a month ago, if he hasn’t already. I love the game as much as the rest of you, but it’s obvious that EA didn’t put as much into the consulting budget as say perennial powerhouse Madden. Sure TO can catch a pass and break a tackle, but on a running play he couldn’t block my grandma, and Madden’s team wouldn’t and doesn’t make that “egregious†error. In some cases MVP’s does. Nothing another $20-30K and Peter Gammons couldn’t fix. [i'm allowed one of these type of posts every 10 or so, as long as I keep giving to Hyp's & llc's drinking fu..., I mean donation fund] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldensuitcase Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Yes and also you cannot reject being reassigned to minor league camp when you are on a minor league contract and not even on the 40 man to begin with and why would he reject? theres no reason to, he choose to sign with the mets to rehab and make a comeback, and also strickland had an out in his contract that he couldve exercised before being reassigned to minor league camp but chose not to. I hate to admit it guys but I am RIGHT on this matter and here is the proof to back me up Reliever Scott Strickland's days as a Met might soon be over. The 28-year-old right-hander was among the five players the team trimmed from its major league roster Sunday. Strickland, left-hander Scott Stewart and right-hander Orber Moreno were reassigned to the minor league camp. Infielder Jeff Keppinger and right-hander Jae Seo were optioned to Class AAA Norfolk. Strickland, who still hasn't made it all the way back from Tommy John surgery in 2003, has an option on his contract that allows him to become a free agent if he is not on the Mets' major league roster by April 4. He has 72 hours to report to the minor league camp, but sounded as if he will explore his options. http://www.northjersey.com/page.php?qstr=e...2Y3dnFlZUVFeXk2 And if you don't want to believe that source, here is another. Strickland is unique among the bunch, however. He has the option to accept or reject the assignment and, according to the terms of the contract he signed with the Mets over the winter, can become a free agent if he's not on the major-league roster April 4. http://www.nj.com/mets/times/index.ssf?/ba...00981147191.xml And for a more credible source, check this out. Of the three pitchers who were reassigned, Strickland being shipped out was the only one that raised eyebrows. He was in camp on a minor league deal and his contract has an out that says he can be released and look for employment elsewhere if he isn't on the Major League roster come Opening Day. Strickland is still undecided about what he will do, though he intends to report to minor league camp on Monday and stay there until he and his agent have an idea of how much interest there is for him on the market. "The tough part is that I have outs, but I do want to be here," said Strickland http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/new...sp&c_id=nym Never Doubt ME!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldensuitcase Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 As for Moreno, he is not directly going to AAA Norfolk because he has yet to pitch and will take up a roster space so he will be designated after the minor camp which is what that is for, to decide where players go after the MLB roster is set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Never Doubt ME!! That might be the all-time "in your face" post. From now on, whatever you write is as good as gold(ensuitcase), IMO. Sweet post, Mr. "Does his Homework". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Hyp, LLc, or Snash, As you work feverishly importing from GForce's 'TotalMinors' set, please remember that many things change from year to year. Jeff Niemann from the Devil Rays (#4 pick) and Erick Threets (injured) of the Giants system, never saw a minor league mound last year (both on posts of mine). On my last post a pitcher named Ambrioux Burgos picked up a "splitter towards the end of last year and could become a key pitch". Countless prospects hit the weightroom and pickup 4-5 mph on their fastball. Maybe they start cutting that fastball after getting pounded. Just be conscious of "carryover effect". Seattle AAA-Tacoma Need to bring up from AA-San Antonio Mike Morse-SS [option to AAA] The dreaded Rule V “Thanks, but no thanksâ€, courtesy of Minnesota Ryan Rowland-Smith -LHP (RP) If not created: Specs & pic: http://sports2.chron.com/chron/baseball/player.cgi?5395 Scouting: In his own words from interview: RR-S: I throw 4 seam fastball that’ll get up to about 93mph, a 2 seam fastball around 88-90mph, a curveball 75, a cut fastball 83-86, and a changup at 75mph. [taken from http://wyoung.net/twins/index.php?p=148] A-Inland empire Wladimir Balentien-LF [optioned to A] Spec & pic: http://seattle.mariners.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb...layer_id=434605 Scouting: “…has extraordinary power to all fields…speed and arm strength are average…primary position is CF, although destined for RF…tries to pull every pitch…has poor discipline…makes infrequent contact and struggles vs. breaking balls…poor jumps and lapses in OF…†Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyrunner Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 To add to bby's Wladimir Balentien scouting report (from InsidethePark.com): Strengths: Balentien has power beyond his years and continues to improve his swing as he gains valuable experience. Advanced in physical maturation, Balentien already possesses the physical skills to pound the baseball on a daily basis. Weaknesses: Balentien has a few holes in his swing that need to be tied up before he can gain blue-chip status. Lacking the patience of a top hitter, Balentien is more of a slugger at this stage and must make more consistent contact to keep from becoming an all-or-nothing hitter. Tools: Scout's Profiling Scale Hitting for Average: 50 Balentien is probably never going to hit .300 on a yearly basis but has the capacity to gain a better understanding of the strike zone and should develop a decent eye at the plate. As soon as he cuts down the long swing he will immediately become a better all-around hitter. Hitting for Power: 65 Even at 6-1 and 185 pounds, Balentien packs a wallop in that bat of his and as he matures physically and gets up over 200 pounds, should be a feared power threat. It is crucial that he develops better plate skills to polish off his approach at the plate. Speed: 55 Balentien isn’t a speed burner but will steal a bag on occasion. You won’t see him legging out many infield hits but he is far from a slow base runner. Balentien has room for improvement in the area of “smart†base running, without losing aggressiveness. Glove: 55 Balentien has a decent glove, but lacks the overall ability to run down extra-base hits and make plays that change the game. The Aruban-born outfielder will probably be a slightly above average fielder throughout his career unless he learns to take better routes on deep fly balls and puts forth maximum effort on every play. Arm: 55 Balentien has a solid arm and on pure strength alone would grade out in the 60-65 range. Accuracy and decision making are two areas where Balentien needs to improve. Consistent playing time at one position, rather than moving around the outfield all season, could be beneficial. Future: Expect Balentien to resume in 2005 where he left off in 2004- with the Inland Empire 66ers. After three weeks in Athens for the Olympics, Balentien played 10 games in the California League, showing good skills at the plate. As long as defense doesn’t get in the way, Balentien has a chance to reach the big leagues as a 25+ homer left fielder, despite having average tools across the board, outside of his power stroke. ___________________________ And Ryan Rowland-Smith (now back with the M's) Ryan Rowland-Smith Opening Day Age: 22 Born: Australia Height/Weight: 6-3/230 Bats/Throws: L/L 2004 Teams: Inland Empire (A) 2004: 5-3, 3.79 ERA, 99.2 IP, 119 K, 30 BB at Inland Empire Breakdown: Rowland-Smith has spent his pro career bouncing between the starting rotation and the bullpen and 2004 was more of the same for the left-hander. Perhaps one of the most underrated pitching talents in the M’s system, Rowland-Smith offers a solid assortment of pitches, including a fastball that tops out in the 86-89-mph range and a solid change up. The Australian-born, 230-pounder could add velocity to his repertoire, which would create a more effective change up with two strikes. Used primarily as a reliever in his career, Rowland-Smith does have 26 career starts and his career could be made as a starting pitcher. Already showing the ability to adapt, the 22-year-old may have convinced Mariners brass that he has a future, in whichever role is offered. 2005 Projection: Double-A San Antonio is hollering for Rowland-Smith and it’s likely the M’s will oblige. Role to be determined, of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GForce22 Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Hyp, LLc, or Snash, As you work feverishly importing from GForce's 'TotalMinors' set, please remember that many things change from year to year. Jeff Niemann from the Devil Rays (#4 pick) and Erick Threets (injured) of the Giants system, never saw a minor league mound last year (both on posts of mine). On my last post a pitcher named Ambrioux Burgos picked up a "splitter towards the end of last year and could become a key pitch". Countless prospects hit the weightroom and pickup 4-5 mph on their fastball. Maybe they start cutting that fastball after getting pounded. Just be conscious of "carryover effect". I think that goes without saying...forget adding pitches, the guys have a year under their belt, in many cases are a level higher which necessitates ratings adjustments. This is just to get the guys into the set, a time consuming process in itself. GH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldensuitcase Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 So GForce, you are now helping somewhat with this roster set? IN your own opinion, how does it seem to be shaping up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GForce22 Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 So GForce, you are now helping somewhat with this roster set? IN your own opinion, how does it seem to be shaping up? Honestly, I'm contributing from the outside. I'm trying to turn out some sheets through the prospect creator to pass on to these guys so they can input the data (which is the time consuming part that kept me from being able to do TotalMinors this year). I know llcmac is working hard on it (I haven't spoken to the others), wants it to be good. But there's time needed to do this right and people need to understand that. It's easy from the outside. My contributions are solely based on my available time, which isn't much. It's why I created the Prospect Creator, so guys could perhaps help if llcmac and company wanted to organize it. I think the set will be fine. Everyone just needs to be patient and realize anybody can just throw crap together...doing it right takes time. GH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 I think that goes without saying...forget adding pitches, the guys have a year under their belt, in many cases are a level higher which necessitates ratings adjustments. This is just to get the guys into the set, a time consuming process in itself. GH just a friendly reminder. nothing more, nothing less (i don't know about "forget adding pitches", that could be the difference between an All-Star and an also ran. Ask Guillermo Mota after E. Gagne taught him his changeup in '02 or '03, i forget.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GForce22 Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 just a friendly reminder. nothing more, nothing less (i don't know about "forget adding pitches", that could be the difference between an All-Star and an also ran. Ask Guillermo Mota after E. Gagne taught him his changeup in '02 or '03, i forget.) Not forget as in don't add them, forget as in there are much more significant things from a game standpoint, like ratings adjustments from year to year, that make adjusting guys from one year to the next a blatantly obvious requirement. Basically, I'm sure the guys understand well that the '04 versions would need adjusting. GH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millennium Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Couple of Orioles updates: Larry Bigbie's stance should be set to Larry Walker Jay Gibbons stance should be set to Shawn Green Sindey Ponson has been dropped to 4th in the rotation. The new rotation should be: Rodrigo Lopez Daniel Cabrera Erik Bedard Sidney Ponson Bruce Chen/Matt Riley/Rick Bauer Speaking of Bedard, his fastball speed should be in the 92-94 mph range (per Baseball America). Line-up wise, it will look like this: 2B Brian Roberts LF Larry Bigbie* 3B Melvin Mora SS Miguel Tejada RF Sammy Sosa C Javy Lopez 1B Rafael Palmeiro (club is now more confident with him at 1B) DH Jay Gibbons* CF Luis Matos * - Bigbie and Gibbons could be switched in the line-up. Mazzilli is said to be heavily leaning towards Bigbie in the 2-hole. One other note: Omar Daal, who is in AAA on your rosters, should be released. Also, RF Val Majewksi should be in AAA, while either Chris Gomez or Enrique Wilson should be on the MLB club (decision by the end of the week on which one wins the utility job). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Sindey Ponson has been dropped to 4th in the rotation. The new rotation should be: Rodrigo Lopez Daniel Cabrera Erik Bedard Sidney Ponson Bruce Chen/Matt Riley/Rick Bauer Millennium- Your boy Ponson should stick to eating at joint's like McD's, where he can buy a cheeseburger and a coke and play in the funhouse, instead of ordering a Long Island Iced Tea and giving the patron next to him a right cross. His next infraction may drop him out of the rotation altogether. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HypnoxXx Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 I'm baaaaaack...And I wish teams didn't hand out so many pink slips in the final 10 days before opening day, lol... As the guy who completed AAA, I'll too say I've been working hard and want this roster set to be amazing. GH's inclusion is exciting and I fully expect these rosters to be hot. I'm still planning on releasing the next update around Friday. Until then, I'll keep releasing, updating and creating more CAPs to fit the AAA holes. I believe llcmac, snash and GH are working on AA and A as we speak. With that much star power, an AA & A update should not be too far off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbythepier Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Not forget as in don't add them, forget as in there are much more significant things from a game standpoint, like ratings adjustments from year to year, that make adjusting guys from one year to the next a blatantly obvious requirement. Basically, I'm sure the guys understand well that the '04 versions would need adjusting. GH Some take a "blantantly obvious" suggestion as an insult. :x Some just roll their eyes and move on. :roll: Personally, I choose the latter, but to each their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millennium Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Millennium- Your boy Ponson should stick to eating at joint's like McD's, where he can buy a cheeseburger and a coke and play in the funhouse, instead of ordering a Long Island Iced Tea and giving the patron next to him a right cross. His next infraction may drop him out of the rotation altogether. Weight wise, he has slimmed down. Of course, professional boxers slim down from training, too. Ponson's offseason - 8 days in Aruban jail for punching an Aruban Judge. DUI on 1/21/05 that the club doesn't find out about until last week. Oh yeah, and he punched a guy 'in self defense'. Get it together, fat ***. We still need you to be the workhorse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HypnoxXx Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 I need an infielder suggestion to make for AAA Round Rock (Astros)...Currently I have Rivera, Conrad, Coolbaugh and Whiteman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juan1919 Posted March 29, 2005 Share Posted March 29, 2005 Royce Huffman 1st base for astros? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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