Archive for Scouting

Profiles on Xavier Avery (Orioles), Kyle Russell (Dodgers) and Tim Melville (Royals)

Brad Holt has been tearing up the minors since the Mets drafted him last summer. Bryan Price may have the mechanics to follow in his footsteps.

From Jeremy Bleich (Yankees) to Johnny Giavotella (Royals).

A look at what makes a curveball effective, the most effective variation of curveball, and where it is best to throw a curveball in the strike zone.

Jason Bay has already made some big plays for the Sox. Alex explains why he isn’t surprised.

Part 4, from Michael Montgomery (Royals) to Wade Miley (Diamondbacks).

Four Brewers prospects who could make a splash

Our advice: Fight the temptation to tinker.

Part 3, from Carlos Gutierrez (Twins) to Evan Frederickson (Brewers).

A front row seat to Tim Beckham’s minor league debut.