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Been keeping an eye on Hunter Dozier. He was hot immediately after being promoted to Omaha, then cooled off to .259. The power was there, but he was striking out a ton -- 2 or 3 times a game, getting at least one K in multiple games.

But he's really bounced back strong: Last 10 games he's 17 for 40 (and really, he's been hot for the last 20 games). The most encouraging thing is that his K's are way down -- he's struck out only 4 times in that 10 game stretch (14 K's in his last 20), and has gone six straight games without whiffing. Prior to that he had not gone more than two games without a K all year, including AA.

So right now his Omaha line is .322/.369/.519, 17 doubles and 8 HRs in 54 games.

Has Dozier played any corner outfield - RF in particular?

Never mind - just checked. He's played outfield this year - primarily LF, it appears

BigCatDaddy

07-06-2016 08:46 AM

So do you move Dozier up this year hoping he is more ready for next year or stick with Orlando in RF?

duncan_idaho

07-06-2016 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by fahrenheit (Post 12302749)

Where did Dozier's power all of a sudden come from? That's quite the increase

Always had good raw power, finally tapping into it this year. He made some swing adjustments last year that ****ed him over overall to try to tap into. Maybe that struggle was necessary for him.

He's got the athleticism and arm to play a corner OF spot if they decide Cuthbert or Moustakas is their long-term 3B solution.

I'd keep him in Omaha unless/until Orlando turns into an absolute pumpkin. I don't think he's a major difference maker this year, so might as well protect his service time and keep his trade value at max.

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ChiTown

07-06-2016 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy (Post 12302765)

So do you move Dozier up this year hoping he is more ready for next year or stick with Orlando in RF?

He's been playing mostly 3B. I think if they are serious in having him switch to RF, then he's going to need a lot more reps in the Outfield before he gets to the next level.

KevB	07-06-2016 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy (Post 12302765)

So do you move Dozier up this year hoping he is more ready for next year or stick with Orlando in RF?

If you're going to sit Paulo, then I'd put Eibner out there every day to see what we have with him.

ChiTown

07-06-2016 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by duncan_idaho (Post 12302781)

duncan, just curious of your thoughts on Jorge Bonifacio. Dude has really had a great half season at Omaha: .295/.362/.511, 13 HR's and 53 RBI's playing primarily RF.

suzzer99

07-06-2016 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 12302580)

Did anyone happen to take a close look at the box score from last night, particularly the pitching line?

This is cracking me up way more than it should.

siberian khatru

07-06-2016 10:56 AM

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CaliforniaChief

07-06-2016 10:59 AM

I just finished "The Arm" by Jeff Passan. Fascinating book. The stories of Todd Coffey and Daniel Hudson are compelling.

You guys should read it.

siberian khatru

07-06-2016 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief (Post 12302951)

I just finished "The Arm" by Jeff Passan. Fascinating book. The stories of Todd Coffey and Daniel Hudson are compelling.

You guys should read it.

I've heard great things about it. It's on my Kindle wish list.

duncan_idaho

07-06-2016 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiTown (Post 12302864)

duncan, just curious of your thoughts on Jorge Bonifacio. Dude has really had a great half season at Omaha: .295/.362/.511, 13 HR's and 53 RBI's playing primarily RF.

Kind of similar to Dozier. He's a guy who had always made good contact and had power potential, now tapping into it.

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Mama Hip Rockets

07-06-2016 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiTown (Post 12302808)

He's been playing mostly 3B. I think if they are serious in having him switch to RF, then he's going to need a lot more reps in the Outfield before he gets to the next level.

You realize they put Kendrys Morales in RF last week, right?

ChiTown

07-06-2016 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by thurman merman (Post 12302998)

You realize they put Kendrys Morales in RF last week, right?

Yes, I'm wildly aware of that. You are aware that KenMo has been in Major Leagues for a number of years and started his career as an OF'r, right?

Dozier is a minor leaguer who has been used exclusively as an infielder (primarily 3B) until this year where he's played 12 games in the OF. Some guys (Read: Hosmer, Eric) can't play outfield to save their soul. Maybe Dozier is capable of manning the spot, but there is no reason to rush him at this point (which is really my point). 2017....That's a different story

Discuss Thrower

07-06-2016 12:09 PM

What is the hypothetical return for a Hosmer trade that makes it worthwhile, in anyone's view?

Prison Bitch

07-06-2016 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Discuss Thrower (Post 12303031)

What is the hypothetical return for a Hosmer trade that makes it worthwhile, in anyone's view?

Not worth much. Only has 1 more year, which he's unsigned and hence eligible for an arb payout of perhaps 10-12M. What would someone pay for that player at that salary?

Probably a #25-40 prospect.

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