Friday, July 22, 2011

Splash Hits: Ryan Verdugo, Carlos Beltran, Noah Lowry

Episode 37: Kruk, Kuip and Kepp | Giantspod
The GiantsPod guys interviewed Ryan Verdugowho came in at #17 on my Giants prospect rankings.

The Terrible Month at Second is Over « Bay City Ball | Giants Baseball with a Side of STATS!
The Giants got an entire month of a platoon that produced a wOBA of .231. In essence, there’s as much difference between that and Keppinger/Fontenot as there is between Keppinger/Fontenot and a borderline hall of famer.

HOT CARLOS BELTRAN RUMORS - McCovey Chronicles
This is why I don't think the Giants will acquire Carlos Beltran. Sabean has been clear that the premium prospects are untouchable.

Why Are The Diamondbacks Better In 2011? - AZ Snake Pit
The Diamondbacks are on pace to be 21 games better this year than in 2010. Where does that improvement come from? A nice breakdown.

Noah Lowry Interview | Youtube
I stumbled upon this Noah Lowry interview from 2007. I found it exceedingly interesting.