Comments on: Talking Tigers prospects with Jonathan Mayo

By: Detroit Tigers Weblog 2008 Year in Review

Detroit Tigers Weblog 2008 Year in Review — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 22:52:27 +0000

[...] Talking Tigers prospects with Jonathan Mayo [...]

By: Kredit

Kredit — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:04:44 +0000

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By: Mike R

Mike R — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 04:40:31 +0000

I’d go Bazardo/Vasquez/Tata.

I also disagree with him on the middle infielder positions. I think Cale Iorg is the most talented, but 2 years of rust is just wayyy to much to make a case for him. But in terms of potential and ceiling, I like Iorg the most from the ones listed.

But, very, very good interview. Well done!

By: billfer

billfer — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 03:50:27 +0000

With prospects my take is the more opinions the better. I very rarely see these players so I’m relying on stats and as many scouting reports and expert opinions I can get. All perspectives are appreciated.

I’m also partial to Bazardo ever since I read a pitch f/x study that said his sinker moved like Derek Lowe’s.

By: Eddie

Eddie — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 03:42:50 +0000

Nicely done. It’s nice to get an outside view on the prospects. I can’t imagine having that much knowledge of 30 systems.

I disagree with him on Vasquez/Bazardo though. Bazardo has a better track record and is two years younger. I’m not convinced VV’s strikeout rates in Toledo were legit, and I’m especially not convinced his flyball tendencies will yield success, even in Comerica park.

By: Roger DeWitt (hueytaxi)

Roger DeWitt (hueytaxi) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:50:28 +0000

Very nice!

By: Josh

Josh — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 17:24:12 +0000

Great interview Billfer! It was very informational.

By: Matt in Toledo

Matt in Toledo — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:31:56 +0000

This is cool, Billfer. You’re really coming strong before the season starts picking up.

One thing about the dip in numbers Mayo mentions for Skelton. I believe he had a thumb injury late in the season that may explain that better than fatigue.