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This account is a year and a half old, but I could only assume - given the reports about his weight loss - that he's as fast if not faster as when this was written. http://www.mlbbonusbaby.com/2011/1/3/1908539/draft-prospect-to-watch-dan-vogelbach the part about "plus for his size" just kind of suggests to me that he runs faster than one would expect a fat first baseman to run, and they're giving him extra credit because of that. i'd be really surprised if he runs as fast as half of professional baseball players. FWIW, my BA 2012 prospect handbook says he is a "well below-average runner." It says "average speed, plus for his size." what the hell would make you believe that it means something else? The fact that nothing I'd seen before that sentence indicated that he was anywhere close to being an average runner. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1171001-chicago-cubs-top-3-prospects-from-2011-mlb-amateur-draft/page/4

This account is a year and a half old, but I could only assume - given the reports about his weight loss - that he's as fast if not faster as when this was written. http://www.mlbbonusbaby.com/2011/1/3/1908539/draft-prospect-to-watch-dan-vogelbach the part about "plus for his size" just kind of suggests to me that he runs faster than one would expect a fat first baseman to run, and they're giving him extra credit because of that. i'd be really surprised if he runs as fast as half of professional baseball players. FWIW, my BA 2012 prospect handbook says he is a "well below-average runner." It says "average speed, plus for his size." what the hell would make you believe that it means something else? The fact that nothing I'd seen before that sentence indicated that he was anywhere close to being an average runner. I have no clue who that guy is that I quoted, so I'm not even going to come close to vouch for him. But, he's seen him in person. When, apparently, he was some 40 pounds heavier. To think he couldn't possibly be average speed seems a little stubborn, to me. Does his body type - especially out of HS - dictate an average runner? No, absolutely not. But, according to eyewitness accounts, he was pretty agile as a fat kid. I'd only imagine he's as fast - if not a little faster - now that he's lost weight. Did BA see him in person? Have you seen him run or are you just going by his body type?

Genuinely pumped up. Let him finish out PCL, but I look forward to his call up in September. This hot-streak has been pretty substantial. I'd say there is a fair bit of optimism that he's turned a corner. Without looking (lazy drunk), I'm guessing Jackson didn't strike out tonight? It seems absurd, even to a half-drunk poster on a message board, to type that as anything of importance.

This account is a year and a half old, but I could only assume - given the reports about his weight loss - that he's as fast if not faster as when this was written. http://www.mlbbonusbaby.com/2011/1/3/1908539/draft-prospect-to-watch-dan-vogelbach the part about "plus for his size" just kind of suggests to me that he runs faster than one would expect a fat first baseman to run, and they're giving him extra credit because of that. i'd be really surprised if he runs as fast as half of professional baseball players. FWIW, my BA 2012 prospect handbook says he is a "well below-average runner." It says "average speed, plus for his size." what the hell would make you believe that it means something else? Plus he stated "When I saw him run a 60 yard dash, I was shocked". Obviously, he was faster than he seemed. This was when he was (again, I have no first-hand knowledge, but going by reports) much heavier. Would he really be shocked to see him as a somewhat-slow fat-ass? Probably not. He was shocked because, given his size, he's fairly agile and quick.

This account is a year and a half old, but I could only assume - given the reports about his weight loss - that he's as fast if not faster as when this was written. http://www.mlbbonusbaby.com/2011/1/3/1908539/draft-prospect-to-watch-dan-vogelbach

http://deadspin.com/5922260/nets-fans-will-get-excited-for-anything++even-drafting-a-guy-of-whom-theyve-never-heard?utm_campaign=socialflow_deadspin_facebook&utm_source=deadspin_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow Agreed. Pretty awesome.

fine for me In case anyone has issues with the "spinning circles" as the game tries to load, apparently it's a NEXDEF issue: http://www.forums.mlb.com/n/pfx/forum.aspx?tsn=1&nav=messages&webtag=ml-help01&tid=7766

fine for me UGH now what am I supposed to do at work? Sexually harass your boss? BORRRRING

fine for me UGH now what am I supposed to do at work?

anybody else's mlb.tv not loading?

If the Cubs end up trading Garza I'm really going to miss his enthusiasm. He just seems like a really fun guy. I agree, though, he should be traded if the right package is offered. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

Rizzo making his debut tonight was my first thought when I woke up this morning. Can't wait for tonight! Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

Dear God, I hate Reed Johnson. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

This post could go in any number of minor league threads, but this seems like a good fit. Just want to say thanks to the handful of extremely knowledgeable and diligent minor league gurus that post here. Im pretty new to following the minors even somewhat closely (probably 2-3 years) but you all do a great job. When the ML club looks like they do this year, then you have to find the silver lining somewhere. The MiLB forum is usually the first place I go and you all make it that much easier to follow. Thanks again. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

Everything being said is hitting the nail on the head. He LOVED Theriot and I'm sure (haven't talked to him lately) that he's a big Campana fan (as a starter - not his optimal role that is pinch runner and 5th OFer). Fairly positive he loved the addition of Reed before this season started. Meanwhile, he was pumped Z was traded and never liked ARAM in the first place. Now my conversations consist of "catch the game last night?" *keep walking, hear something somewhat audible as I turn the corner* Toonster - you have a connection to ECU? Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

You are absolutely right. Honestly, most people around here aren't MLB fans at all. The few that are around a country boys who root for them good ole braves. Let's just say they, unsurprisingly, aren't really privy or keen to sabermetrics. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

I'm about as eastern US as you can get. I don't really know any Cubs fans around here. There is one professor at the University that claims to be a Cubs fan, but he sounds like a moron when I try to talk to him about anything Cubs-related. I try to avoid those conversations now. Typical meatball.

Was I the only one expecting a 300 foot shot as an 11 year old when I clicked on this?

I want 20 runs Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

I was watching the Nats/Yankees this weekend too and had to look up whether Xavier Nady actually played for the Cubs or if I just made that up in my head. Maybe the most forgettable Cub of all time for me for some reason.

Old Mark is just out of breath. Give him a break.

Blues traveler guy mentioned blowing, sucking, and porn stars before the first out was recorded. Impressive. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

Yeah, I see at least a little young Wesley Snipes there.

Even less than a month. Think I read Rizzo could come up June 22 and not forgo a year of eligibility? Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2

I am so, so, confused right now. And frightened.