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Prospect Watch: Cole Starts Rough, Then Throws Six No-Hit Innings

John Dreker — Sun, 26 May 2013 02:11:47 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

A look at how the current top 20 prospects did today. Note that this list doesn’t include players currently in the majors. If a player is in the majors, he will be removed, everyone below him will be shifted up a spot, and a new player will be added to the bottom of the list. Rankings are from the pre-season rankings, and links to each prospect writeup can be found by clicking the player names below. Players who weren’t in the original top 20 are linked to their player page on the site.

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-3, 3.67) - 6.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 3 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (3-5, 2.91) – DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.311) – 0-for-4

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.285) – DNP

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.279) – 1-for-3, 2B

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.31) – DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (6-2, 3.21) – DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 6.08) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.313) – 0-for-3

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.298) – 0-for-2, RBI

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.185) – Low-A DL

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (2-1, 6.10) – DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.63) – Triple-A DL

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 2.87) - DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-3, 3.70) - 4.2 IP, 7 H, 8 R, 4 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, 2 HR

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Joely Rodriguez, LHP (4-3, 2.62) – 6.0 IP, 6 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Gift Ngoepe, SS (.163) – 3-for-5, 2B, RBI, SB

Home Runs: None

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Gerrit Cole has still yet to strike out more than five in a game this year

Box Score

Result: Buffalo 2, Indianapolis 1

Starting Pitcher: Gerrit Cole, RHP (3-3, 3.67) -6.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 3 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Brett Carroll, LF (.262) – 2-for-2, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Duke Welker, RHP (3.18) – 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 0 K, 0 HR

Tony Sanchez, C (.298) – 0-for-2, RBI

Game Notes: Gerrit Cole had a rough start to the game today against Buffalo, running up his pitch count early. In the first inning, he gave up three straight singles to start the game. After a strikeout, he then walked two batters, before getting a double play grounder to end the inning on his 29th pitch. Buffalo scored two first inning runs. Cole allowed another walk in the second, but only faced four batters. Still, he needed 22 pitches that inning, including eight to get the last out on a strikeout. He had efficient 12 pitch third inning, though he did hit Andy LaRoche with a two-strike, two out pitch. Cole threw 13 pitches in the fourth, retiring the side in order. The interesting part, was that after the third hit to lead off the first inning, the ball didn’t leave the infield again until a lineout to center by Jim Negrych to lead off the fifth. Despite the poor start to the day, Cole threw six no-hit innings after the third hit of the first inning. Indianapolis had just three hits, two by Brett Carroll, who scored the only run on a Tony Sanchez sacrifice fly in the fifth inning

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Richmond 12, Altoona 5

Starting Pitcher: Stolmy Pimentel, RHP (2-3, 3.70) – 4.2 IP, 7 H, 8 R, 4 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, 2 HR

Top Hitter: Gift Ngoepe, SS (.163) – 3-for-5, 2B, RBI, SB

Other Notable Performers:

Nate Baker, LHP (12.00) – 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 1 K, 0 HR

Mel Rojas, RF (.228) – 1-for-5, 3B

Andrew Lambo, CF (.291) – 1-for-3, BB, RBI

Game Notes: Stolmy Pimentel has been struggling lately after a tremendous start to his season, one that saw him post an 0.30 ERA through five starts. Tonight was no different, eight runs allowed and he couldn’t get through the fifth inning. He also committed one of the errors that led to the four unearned runs. Jhonathan Ramos followed Pimentel and allowed four runs of his own. Kenn Kasparek threw two shutout innings and Nate Baker finished it out with a scoreless ninth. The offense was led by Gift Ngoepe in the lead-off spot. He has struggled all year, hitting .139 in April and .155 in May before tonight, but he was able to pick up three of Altoona’s ten hits. Drew Maggi had two singles, the only other Curve player with a multi-hit game. Andrew Lambo picked up his 33rd RBI of the season.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: St Lucie 1, Bradenton 0

Starting Pitcher: Eliecer Navarro, LHP (0-9, 3.48) – 6.2 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Elias Diaz, C (.269) – 1-for-3

Other Notable Performers:

Gregory Polanco, CF (.311) – 0-for-4

Game Notes: Eliecer Navarro was the tough luck loser again this season, moving his record to 0-9, despite having a 3.48 ERA that ranks him 16th among all qualified pitchers in the FSL. Joan Montero recorded the last four outs, retiring all four batters he faced on three groundouts and a strikeout. The Bradenton offense was nearly non-existent in this game, collecting two singles and no walks, while striking out 11 times. Chris Lashmet and Elias Diaz had the only hits. Gregory Polanco went 0-for-4, but avoided striking out, unlike most of his teammates. Alen Hanson had the day off.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 2, Lakewood 1

Starting Pitcher: Joely Rodriguez, LHP (4-3, 2.62) – 6.0 IP, 6 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Walker Gourley, RF (.331) – 2-for-3, 2B

Other Notable Performers:

Bryton Trepagnier, RHP (6.46) – 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Josh Bell, RF (.279) – 1-for-3, BB, 2B

Stetson Allie, 1B (.344) – 1-for-3, 2B, RBI

Game Notes: Joely Rodriguez continued his impressive streak that began in late April. In his last six starts combined, he has allowed three earned runs over 35.1 total innings. Rodriguez has gone six innings in each of his last five starts. Bryton Trepagnier threw two scoreless innings and Kyle Haynes threw a scoreless ninth for his third save of the year. Stetson Allie and Josh Bell each hit their 14th doubles of the season. Allie drove in his 46th run in his 47th game of the season. Max Moroff had a tough day, going 0-for-4, with two strikeouts and his 15th error. Both Bradenton and West Virginia were unable to draw a single walk today.

Prospect Watch: Big Night For Allie, Taillon Gets Good Results Without Best Stuff

John Dreker — Sat, 25 May 2013 02:51:43 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (3-5, 2.91) - 5.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 6 K, 1 HR

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.319) - 1-for-4, BB

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.285) – 1-for-4, SB, BB

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.278) – 1-for-4, RBI, BB

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.31) – DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (6-2, 3.21) - 6.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 6.08) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.319) - 2-for-4, 3 Runs, RBI, 2B

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.304) – DNP

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.185) – DNP

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (2-1, 6.10) – DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.63) – Triple-A DL

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 2.87) - DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-2, 3.35) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Nick Kingham, RHP (6-2, 3.21) – 6.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.345) – 4-for-4, BB, 2B, 4 RBI

Home Runs: Matt Hague (3), Daniel Grovatt (2)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Indianapolis 6, Buffalo 5

Starting Pitcher: Kris Johnson, LHP (5-3, 3.78) -5.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 5 BB, 7 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Matt Hague, 1B (.302) – 2-for-4, 2B, HR, 3 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Tim Alderson, RHP (1.88) – 2.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Alex Presley, CF (.282) – 2-for-4, 2 2B, BB

Jerry Sands, RF (.189) – 1-for-4

Game Notes: Kris Johnson battled through some wildness(five walks, wild pitch) to go five innings, allowing two runs, while striking out seven. He threw 101 pitches on the night, 60 went for strikes. He was followed by Tim Alderson, who threw two scoreless innings. Jared Hughes got his second save with 1.1 scoreless of his own. He hasn’t allowed a run in his eight AAA appearances, covering nine innings. Matt Hague homered for the second game in a row, after hitting just one homer in his first 47 games. He was also the top hitter on Indianapolis for the second game in a row. The first place Indians moved to 34-15 on the year, the best record in the International League

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Taillon picked up the win in Altoona’s blowout

Box Score

Result: Altoona 14, Richmond 4

Starting Pitcher: Jameson Taillon, RHP (3-5, 2.91) – 5.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 6 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Jarek Cunningham, 2B (.219) – 4-for-6, 2 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Quinton Miller, RHP (0.00) – 1.1 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 1 K, 0 HR

Adalberto Santos, 3B (.255) – 1-for-4, HR, BB

Andrew Lambo, LF (.290) – 1-for-3, 2 BB, 2 RBI

Game Notes: Jameson Taillon allowed just one run over five innings tonight, that run coming on a solo homer. The homer led off the game, an inning in which he also allowed a single and a walk. He had good overall results, but needed 98 pitches to get through those five innings, 58 of those pitches went for strikes. It was the fifth time he faced Richmond already this season, exactly half of his starts. Quinton Miller threw 1.1 scoreless innings, running his AA total to seven shutout innings. He has pitched four times since joining Altoona, three times against Richmond. It was a big game on offense for Altoona, as they pounded out 18 hits and drew nine walks. The 4-8 batters in the lineup all drove in two or more runs, with Carlos Paulino leading the way with four RBI’s. Everyone in the starting lineup, including Taillon, had at least one hit.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Bradenton 8, St Lucie 6

Starting Pitcher: Nick Kingham, RHP (6-2, 3.21) – 6.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Daniel Grovatt, DH (.214) – 2-for-3, HR, 2 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Alen Hanson, SS (.285) – 1-for-4, BB, SB

Gregory Polanco, CF (.319) – 1-for-4, BB

Game Notes: Nick Kingham came into the game today leading the Florida State League in strikeouts, and while he didn’t rack up the strikeouts tonight, he was able to give his team six solid innings. He held St Lucie to just one run after the Marauders spotted him to a 6-0 first inning lead. Kingham walked four batters in the game, twice as many as any other start this season. He was followed by Kurt Yacko, who ran into trouble in his second inning of work, allowing four earned runs. It was just the second appearance for Yacko, who gave up three runs over three innings in his last outing. Zac Fuesser got the last four outs for his first save of the season. Despite scoring eight runs, Bradenton had just seven hits and three players were credited with RBI’s without picking up a hit in the game. Alen Hanson picked up his 11th stolen base on the year.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 11, Lakewood 2

Starting Pitcher: Jake Burnette, RHP (10.38) – 4.1 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.345) – 4-for-4, BB, 2B, 4 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Max Moroff, SS (.236) – 2-for-4, BB, 2 RBI, 3 Runs

John Kuchno, RHP (4.50) – 4.2 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Josh Bell, RF (.278) – 1-for-4, RBI, BB 2 Runs

Dilson Herrera, 2B (.319) – 2-for-4, 3 Runs, RBI, 2B

Game Notes: Stetson Allie led the offense today, reaching base all five times and driving in four runs to give him 45 RBI’s on the year in 46 games. West Virginia was helped out by seven Lakewood errors. Only three of the 11 Power runs were earned. Josh Bell drove in his 38th run. Dilson Herrera has eight hits in his last three games. Jake Burnette made his third start of the season and was able to match his innings total from his first two games, allowing just two runs in the process. He entered the game with a 16.62 ERA. Burnette got three of his outs by strikeout and six of the seven other outs came via ground balls. John Kuchno followed Burnette, making his first relief appearance after opening the season with eight straight starts. He ended up finishing the game and getting the win, throwing 4.2 scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and a walk, while striking out three.

Prospect Watch: Tyler Glasnow Strikes Out 12 in 5 Innings; Allie Hits 13th Homer

Tim Williams — Fri, 24 May 2013 03:06:41 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-5, 3.02) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.321) - 1-for-5, 2B, 2 RBI, SB

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.286) - 1-for-4, BB

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.275) – 2-for-5, 3B, BB

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.31) - 5.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 12 K, 1 HR

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (5-2, 3.42) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 6.08) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.314) - DNP

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.304) - 0-for-2, BB

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.185) – 0-for-4

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (2-1, 6.10) - 5.0 IP, 9 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.63) – Triple-A DL

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 2.87) - DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-2, 3.35) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Tyler Glasnow, RHP (2.31) – 5.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 12 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Matt Hague, 1B (.297) – 2-for-5, HR, 2 RBI

Home Runs: Alex Presley (4), Matt Hague (2), Stetson Allie (13)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Indianapolis 7, Buffalo 3

Starting Pitcher: Brandon Cumpton, RHP (4-2, 2.91) – 5.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Matt Hague, 1B (.297) – 2-for-5, HR, 2 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Mike Zagurski, LHP (2.18) – 1.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Alex Presley, CF (.276) – 1-for-4, HR, BB

Felix Pie, LF (.277) – 2-for-3, 2B, 2 BB, 2 SB

Game Notes: Brandon Cumpton now has a 2.91 ERA in 46.1 innings with Indianapolis, along with a 40:17 K/BB ratio. He also has a 2.76 GO/AO ratio at the level. Mike Zagurski struck out the side and now has 37 strikeouts in 20.2 innings this year. Ryan Reid gave up a one out home run in the sixth inning, snapping his scoreless innings streak at 25 innings. That falls just shy of Indianapolis Indians record set by RHP Scott Strickland who threw 25.2 consecutive shutout innings in 2006. Matt Hague hit his second homer of the year and Alex Presley hit his first to put Indianapolis up 3-0 in the first inning. Felix Pie stole two bases, giving him 18 on the year.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Altoona was suspended in the 7th inning. The game will be completed on June 4th.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Bradenton 12, Tampa 4

Starting Pitcher: Adrian Sampson, RHP (2-1, 6.10) – 5.0 IP, 9 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Dan Gamache, 2B (.286) – 2-for-4, 2B, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Willy Garcia, RF (.224) – 2-for-5

Gregory Polanco, CF (.321) – 1-for-5, 2B, 2 RBI, SB

Game Notes: Adrian Sampson gave up two unearned runs in the first inning after an Alen Hanson fielding error. It was Hanson’s first fielding related error since April 23rd. Sampson went on to throw four shutout innings after that, although he worked out of some damage along the way. Gregory Polanco stole his 19th base of the year.

Tyler Glasnow struck out a career high 12 batters.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 3, Lakewood 2

Starting Pitcher: Tyler Glasnow, RHP (2.31) – 5.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 12 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Eric Wood, 3B (.296) – 3-for-6, RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Max Moroff, SS (.231) – 2-for-5, BB

Jason Creasy, RHP (3.98) – 2.2 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 0 HR

Stetson Allie, DH (.329) – 1-for-4, HR, 2 BB

Game Notes: Tyler Glasnow only needed 75 pitches to strike out 12 batters in five innings tonight. In his last five starts, Glasnow has given up six earned runs on eight hits and 12 walks in 24 innings, with 46 strikeouts. On the season he has a 2.31 ERA in 39 innings, with a 62:23 K/BB ratio. Stetson Allie hit his 13th homer of the year. West Virginia won in the 12th when Eric Wood singled in Josh Bell.

Prospect Watch: Gregory Polanco and Alen Hanson Combine For Eight Hits

Tim Williams — Thu, 23 May 2013 01:38:04 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-5, 3.02) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.325) - 4-for-5, 2B, HR, 3 RBI

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.287) - 4-for-5, 2B, 2 3B

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.275) – DNP

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.12) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (5-2, 3.42) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 6.08) - 4.0 IP, 8 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 1 HR

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.314) - 3-for-5, 2B

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.310) - DNP

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.191) – DNP

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-1, 6.94) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.63) – DNP

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 2.87) - DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-2, 3.35) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: David Bromberg, RHP (3.76) – 7.1 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 8 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.325) – 4-for-5, 2B, HR, 3 RBI

Home Runs: Andrew Lambo (9), Jarek Cunningham (8), Charlie Cutler (1), Justin Howard (1), Gregory Polanco (6), Elias Diaz (2), Dan Grovatt (1)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Indianapolis was off today.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Reading 7, Altoona 5

Starting Pitcher: David Bromberg, RHP (3.76) – 7.1 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 8 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Jarek Cunningham, 2B (.206) – 1-for-4, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Andrew Lambo, LF (.286) – 1-for-4, HR

Charlie Cutler, C (.322) – 1-for-3, BB, HR

Justin Howard, 1B (.105) – 1-for-3, HR

Mel Rojas, CF (.233) – 2-for-5, 2B, 3B

Game Notes: David Bromberg gave up four unearned runs after errors from Adalberto Santos and Gift Ngoepe. Jarek Cunningham hit his eighth homer of the year to give Altoona a 5-4 lead in the top of the ninth. Reading won it with a walk off three run homer off Jason Townsend. Andrew Lambo hit his ninth homer, and Charlie Cutler and Justin Howard each hit their first homers of the year.

Gregory Polanco had his second four-hit game in his last six games.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Bradenton 12, Tampa 4

Starting Pitcher: Zack Dodson, LHP (1-1, 3.04) – 6.0 IP, 6 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, 2 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.325) – 4-for-5, 2B, HR, 3 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Alen Hanson, SS (.287) – 4-for-5, 2B, 2 3B

Elias Diaz, C (.265) – 1-for-3, HR, 2 RBI, BB

Dan Grovatt, LF (.179) – 1-for-3, HR, 2 RBI

Game Notes: Gregory Polanco and Alen Hanson combined to go 8-for-10 with two doubles, two triples, and a homer. Polanco came a triple shy of the cycle, while Hanson came a home run shy. It was Polanco’s second four hit game in his last six games. He’s 13-for-38 with four doubles and two homers in his last ten games. Hanson has six multi-hit games in his last ten games. Elias Diaz hit his second homer of the year, while Dan Grovatt hit his first homer of the year. Zack Dodson has a 3.04 ERA in 23.2 innings over his first four starts, with a 16:6 K/BB ratio.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 8, Kannapolis 6

Starting Pitcher: Clay Holmes, RHP (6.08) – 4.0 IP, 8 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.331) – 2-for-5, 3B, 2 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Dilson Herrera, 2B (.314) – 3-for-5, 2B

D.J. Crumlich, 3B (.269) – 3-for-4, 2B, BB

Pat Ludwig, RHP (4-0, 1.73) – 4.0 IP, 3 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 1 BB, 2 K, 1 HR

Game Notes: If there’s one positive to Clay Holmes’ game recently, it’s that he’s starting to strike out opposing hitters. Holmes has ten strikeouts in nine innings over his last two starts. On the season he has a 6.08 ERA in 40 innings, with a 27:30 K/BB ratio. Pat Ludwig has been slowly stretched out, throwing two innings, then three innings in his last two outings. On the season he has a 1.73 ERA in 26 innings, with a 24:9 K/BB ratio. Stetson Allie has a seven game hitting streak, and has reached base safely in each of his last ten games. I talked about Allie earlier today, comparing his numbers this year to some other 22-year-olds in South Atlantic League history. Dilson Herrera had his second straight three hit game, and sixth multi-hit game in his last ten games. In the month of May he has a .361 average and a .973 OPS.

Prospect Watch: Stetson Allie Homers Twice; Sands, Sanchez, and Herrera Also Homer

Tim Williams — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:14:28 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-5, 3.02) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.309) - 2-for-4, SB

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.271) - 1-for-4

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.275) – 0-for-5

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.12) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (5-2, 3.42) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 5.50) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.305) - 3-for-5, HR, 4 RBI

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.310) - 2-for-2, HR, 2 BB

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.191) – 1-for-4, BB

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-1, 6.94) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.63) – 0.1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 0 K, 0 HR

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 2.87) - 5.0 IP, 4 H, 6 R, 3 ER, 4 BB, 6 K, 1 HR

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-2, 3.35) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Orlando Castro, LHP (4-3, 1.95) – 6.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.329) – 2-for-4, 2 HR, 3 RBI, BB

Home Runs: Jared Goedert (5), Tony Sanchez (4), Jerry Sands (3), Stetson Allie 2 (11, 12), Dilson Herrera (5)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Pawtucket 9, Indianapolis 8

Starting Pitcher: Andy Oliver, LHP (3-2, 2.87) – 5.0 IP, 4 H, 6 R, 3 ER, 4 BB, 6 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Jerry Sands, RF (.186) – 3-for-5, 2B, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Tony Sanchez, C (.310) – 2-for-2, HR, 2 BB

Jared Goedert, 3B (.235) – 1-for-5, HR

Matt Hague, 1B (.294) – 3-for-5, 3 2B

Josh Harrison, SS (.310) – 3-for-5, 2 2B

Game Notes: Jerry Sands hit his second homer in as many games, and now has three homers in the last four games. Sands also has five extra base hits in the last six games. In his last ten games he’s hitting for a .294/.415/.706 line in 34 at-bats. Tony Sanchez hit his fourth homer of the season. He had a good day at the plate, but a bad day behind the plate with three errors. Jared Goedert hit his fifth homer of the year to bring the Indians within one in the ninth inning. Vic Black came on in the seventh inning, but left early with an unknown injury. Duke Welker gave up three earned runs. He’s given up eight earned runs in 4.2 innings over his last three outings.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Reading 3, Altoona 0

Starting Pitcher: Charlie Morton, RHP (1-1, 2.41) – 4.2 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Carlos Paulino, C (.215) – 1-for-3

Other Notable Performers:

Andrew Lambo, CF (.287) – 1-for-4

Game Notes: Charlie Morton made a rehab start, throwing 80 pitches and 48 for strikes. Altoona didn’t have much offense, getting only four hits on the day. Gift Ngoepe and Adalberto Santos were both removed late in the game for an unspecified reason.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Tampa 7, Bradenton 0

Starting Pitcher: Robby Rowland, RHP (2-3, 4.84) – 5.0 IP, 2 H, 5 R, 4 ER, 4 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.309) – 2-for-4, SB

Other Notable Performers:

Dan Gamache, 2B (.273) – 1-for-3, BB

Game Notes: The Marauders had an all around bad night. Robby Rowland threw 31 pitches in the first inning and gave up four runs. He settled down after that, but gave up another run in the fourth. Gregory Polanco had two of the five hits on the night for Bradenton. He also stole his 18th base of the season. All of the hits on the night were singles.

Stetson Allie hit two homers tonight, giving him 12 on the year.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 9, Kannapolis 3

Starting Pitcher: Orlando Castro, LHP (4-3, 1.95) – 6.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.329) – 2-for-4, 2 HR, 3 RBI, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Dilson Herrera, 2B (.305) – 3-for-5, HR, 4 RBI

Max Moroff, SS (.223) – 2-for-4, BB, SB

Game Notes: Stetson Allie hit two homers tonight, giving him 12 on the season. Allie now has four homers in his last five games, and a six game hitting streak. He’s also reached base safely in his last nine games. Dilson Herrera picked up three hits and hit his fifth homer of the year. He has a .305/.367/.477 line in 151 at-bats this year. Orlando Castro bounced back from a rare bad start last time out to throw six shutout innings. On the season he has a 1.95 ERA in 50.2 innings, with a 44:5 K/BB ratio. Max Moroff had his third straight multi-hit game.

Prospect Watch: Pimentel Gets Hit Again, Bell and Allie Lead West Virginia Offense

Tim Williams — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:51:59 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-5, 3.02) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.303) - 1-for-4, 2 K

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.272) - 2-for-4, 2B

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.283) - 2-for-4, 2B, BB, 2 RBI

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.12) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (5-2, 3.42) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 5.50) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.295) - 1-for-4, BB

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.296) – DNP

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.189) – 0-for-3

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-1, 6.94) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.66) – DNP

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.61) – DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-2, 3.35) - 7.0 IP, 8 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, 2 HR

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

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DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Joely Rodriguez, LHP (3-3, 2.76) – 6.0 IP, 6 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Jared Goedert, 3B (.237) – 3-for-4, HR, BB

Home Runs: Jared Goedert (4), Jerry Sands (2), Jarek Cunningham (7), Adalberto Santos (2), Walker Gourley (2)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Indianapolis 8, Pawtucket 4

Starting Pitcher: Brooks Brown, RHP (3-0, 3.72) – 6.2 IP, 8 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 0 BB, 0 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Jared Goedert, 3B (.237) – 3-for-4, HR, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Alex Presley, CF (.288) – 2-for-4, 2B, BB

Jerry Sands, RF (.170) – 1-for-4, HR, 4 RBI, BB

Game Notes: Jerry Sands got the Indians off to a great start with a grand slam in the first inning, leading to a five run inning. Jared Goedert later added some insurance with a solo homer in the sixth, and had three hits on the day. Indianapolis was facing a right-hander, and Sands and Goedert have done better against lefties this year, so the homers were good to see. Brooks Brown made his fifth start of the year. He has a 4.56 ERA in 23.2 innings, with a 14:6 K/BB ratio. This was the first time he went longer than five innings, and the second time he went longer than four innings.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Reading 6, Altoona 3

Starting Pitcher: Stolmy Pimentel, RHP (2-2, 3.35) – 7.0 IP, 8 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 1 BB, 5 K, 2 HR

Top Hitter: Adalberto Santos, 3B (.276) – 2-for-4, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Jarek Cunningham, 2B (.211) – 1-for-4, HR

Mel Rojas, CF (.225) – 1-for-3, 3B

Game Notes: Stolmy Pimentel gave up three runs in the first inning in large part to a two run homer. He gave up two more runs in the fifth inning on another two run homer. In his last three starts, Pimentel has given up 17 earned runs in 17.1 innings. That’s after giving up just three earned runs in his first 36.1 innings this season. Adalberto Santos hit his second home run of the year. Jarek Cunningham hit his seventh homer of the year.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Tampa 2, Bradenton 1

Starting Pitcher: Eliecer Navarro, LHP (0-8, 3.78) – 6.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Alen Hanson, SS (.272) – 2-for-4, 2B

Other Notable Performers:

Gregory Polanco, CF (.303) – 1-for-4, 2 K

Game Notes: Earlier today I wrote about Alen Hanson and how he’s turned his offense and defense around since being benched for a few days in mid-May. Hanson continued hitting tonight, getting his sixth multi-hit game in his last ten games, and his fourth double in his last six games. Eliecer Navarro now has a 3.78 ERA in 47.2 innings, along with a 44:9 K/BB ratio. However, he hardly gets any run support, leading to an 0-8 record on the season.

Josh Bell has an .878 OPS in the month of May.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 11, Kannapolis 2

Starting Pitcher: Joely Rodriguez, LHP (3-3, 2.76) – 6.0 IP, 6 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, DH (.325) – 3-for-4, 2B, BB, 3 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Josh Bell, RF (.283) – 2-for-4, 2B, BB, 2 RBI

Max Moroff, SS (.215) – 3-for-5, 2B

Walker Gourley, 1B (.333) – 1-for-3, HR, 2 RBI, BB, 2 SB

Game Notes: In his last five starts, Joely Rodriguez has given up two earned runs in 29.1 innings, with a 23:4 K/BB ratio. The lefty has also been working in the low 90s at times this year, topping out at 94. Stetson Allie had three hits in a game for the second day in a row. He has a five game hitting streak and is 9-for-20 with three doubles and two homers in that stretch. Josh Bell picked up two hits and a double, and now has a .292 average, an .878 OPS, and a 16:13 BB/K ratio in 65 at-bats in May. Walker Gourley hit his second homer of the year.

Prospect Watch: Kingham and Taillon Have Good Starts While Cole Gets Hammered

Tim Williams — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:14:29 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-2, 3.75) - 5.2 IP, 6 H, 8 R, 8 ER, 3 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-5, 3.02) - 6.0 IP, 9 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 3 BB, 10 K, 1 HR

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.305) - 0-for-2, 2 BB, 2 SB

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.266) - 2-for-5, 2B, 2 RBI

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.278) – 1-for-4, BB

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.12) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (5-2, 3.42) - 7.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 9 K, 0 HR

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 5.50) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.296) - 0-for-4, BB, 2 K

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.296) – 0-for-3, BB

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.194) – 2-for-5, 2B

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-1, 6.94) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.66) – DNP

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.61) – DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-1, 2.89) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

ORDER YOUR 2013 PROSPECT GUIDE

DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Nick Kingham, RHP (5-2, 3.42) – 7.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 9 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Jose Osuna, 1B (.270) – 3-for-3, HR, BB, SB

Home Runs: Alex Presley (3), Jose Osuna (3), Elias Diaz (1), Stetson Allie (10)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Pawtucket 11, Indianapolis 3

Starting Pitcher: Gerrit Cole, RHP (3-2, 3.75) – 5.2 IP, 6 H, 8 R, 8 ER, 3 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Alex Presley, CF (.281) – 1-for-3, HR, 2 RBI, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Duke Welker, RHP (2.25) – 1.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 0 BB, 1 K, 0 HR

Game Notes: Gerrit Cole had his worst start of the season. He went 3.2 innings without a run, then gave up two in the fourth, one in the fifth, and five runs in the sixth inning. Cole threw 103 pitches with 62 strikes. Duke Welker went his first 17 innings this year without giving up an earned run. He has given up five earned runs in three innings in his last two appearances. Alex Presley hit his third homer of the year.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Richmond 3, Altoona 0

Starting Pitcher: Jameson Taillon, RHP (2-5, 3.02) – 6.0 IP, 9 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 3 BB, 10 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Alex Dickerson, RF (.212) – 1-for-2, 2B

Other Notable Performers:

Andrew Lambo, 1B-LF (.293) – 1-for-3, 2B

Quinton Miller, RHP (0.00) – 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 1 K, 0 HR

Game Notes: Jameson Taillon struck out ten batters in a game for the second time this season. He also struck out ten in six innings on April 12th, giving up just two runs that day. Taillon didn’t give up any runs today until the sixth inning. He finished with 102 pitches and 54 strikes. Check out this week’s Pirates Prospects podcast, which features an interview with Taillon. Alex Dickerson was removed from the game after colliding with Richmond first baseman Ricky Oropesa. Dickerson left the field in an ambulance, but was waving at the crowd as he left. Dickerson and Lambo had Altoona’s only two hits.

Nick Kingham struck out nine batters in seven innings today.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Bradenton 8, St. Lucie 1

Starting Pitcher: Nick Kingham, RHP (5-2, 3.42) – 7.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 9 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Jose Osuna, 1B (.270) – 3-for-3, HR, BB, SB

Other Notable Performers:

Elias Diaz, C (.261) – 1-for-3, HR, 4 RBI, BB

Alen Hanson, SS (.266) – 2-for-5, 2B, 2 RBI

Gregory Polanco, CF (.305) – 0-for-2, 2 BB, 2 SB

Game Notes: Nick Kingham now has a 58:9 K/BB ratio in 47.1 innings this year. He recorded his second highest strikeout total of the season today, only falling short of his 13 strikeouts in six innings on April 28th. Jose Osuna had a big day at the plate, including a solo homer in the third inning. Gregory Polanco stole two bases, including home plate on the back end of a double steal, with Osuna taking second. Elias Diaz put the game out of reach with a grand slam in the eighth inning for his first homer of the year.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: Lexington 12, West Virginia 5

Starting Pitcher: Jake Burnette, RHP (0-1, 16.62) – 0.2 IP, 3 H, 6 R, 6 ER, 2 BB, 1 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.314) – 3-for-5, 2B, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Jason Creasy, RHP (4.34) – 3.2 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

Max Moroff, SS (.200) – 2-for-4, 2B, BB, 2 RBI

Wyatt Mathisen, C (.194) – 2-for-5, 2B

Game Notes: Jake Burnette was removed in the first inning after hitting his single inning pitch limit. Last time out he gave up two runs on five hits in 3.2 innings. This time he gave up three hits, two walks, and hit a batter. All six runners scored, with three of them scoring off Tom Harlan. Stetson Allie hit his tenth homer of the year, and his second in as many days.

Prospect Watch: Glasnow Continues to Strike Everyone Out; Karstens Rehabs

Tim Williams — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:48:00 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.55) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-4, 2.82) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.309) - 1-for-4, 2B

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.261) – 0-for-3, BB

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training (Luis Heredia Close to Joining West Virginia)

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.278) – 0-for-6, BB

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 2.12) - 4.0 IP, 1 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 8 K, 1 HR

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (4-2, 3.79) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 5.50) - DNP

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.304) - 0-for-7, 4 K

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.305) – 1-for-4, 2B

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.184) – 1-for-1

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-1, 6.94) - 4.0 IP, 11 H, 7 R, 7 ER, 0 BB, 1 K, 2 HR

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.66) – DNP

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.61) – DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-1, 2.89) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

ORDER YOUR 2013 PROSPECT GUIDE

DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Tyler Glasnow, RHP (2.12) – 4.0 IP, 1 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 8 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Josh Harrison, SS (.304) – 2-for-5, 2B, HR, 3 RBI, 2 SB

Home Runs: Brett Carroll (8), Josh Harrison (1), Jerry Sands (1), Andrew Lambo (8), Gift Ngoepe (2), Stetson Allie (9)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Indianapolis 6, Pawtucket 3

Starting Pitcher: Kris Johnson, LHP (4-3, 3.80) – 6.0 IP, 4 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Josh Harrison, SS (.304) – 2-for-5, 2B, HR, 3 RBI, 2 SB

Other Notable Performers:

Ryan Reid, RHP (0.33) – 3.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Brett Carroll, LF (.283) – 1-for-4, HR

Jerry Sands, RF (.171) – 1-for-3, HR, BB

Game Notes: Indianapolis won thanks to three homers on the night. Josh Harrison hit his first of the year. Brett Carroll hit his eighth of the year. Jerry Sands hit his first of the year. In his last ten games, Sands is hitting for a .257 average and an .852 OPS. He’s been hitting lefties this year, going 6-for-27 with two doubles and tonight’s homer. Tony Sanchez went 1-for-4 with a double, giving him seven doubles in his last eight games. He has a .305 average and a .932 OPS on the year. Ryan Reid has given up just one earned run in 27 innings this year, with a 26:7 K/BB ratio.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Richmond 5, Altoona 3

Starting Pitcher: Jeff Karstens, RHP (0.00) – 4.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Alex Dickerson, RF (.207) – 3-for-4, 2B

Other Notable Performers:

Andrew Lambo, LF (.293) – 1-for-4, HR, 2 RBI

Gift Ngoepe, SS (.148) – 1-for-4, HR

Game Notes: Jeff Karstens made his second rehab start, throwing 62 pitches and 40 strikes over four innings. Karstens gave up two unearned runs in the first inning after an error by Alex Dickerson extended the inning. Karstens went on to give up two singles and two walks in the inning, leading to the two runs. From there he was perfect over the next three innings. Gift Ngoepe hit his second homer of the year. Andrew Lambo hit his eighth homer of the year.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: St. Lucie 10, Bradenton 0

Starting Pitcher: Adrian Sampson, RHP (1-1, 6.94) – 4.0 IP, 11 H, 7 R, 7 ER, 0 BB, 1 K, 2 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.309) – 1-for-4, 2B

Other Notable Performers:

Jacob Stallings, C (.237) – 1-for-3, 2B

Game Notes: The Marauders only had three hits on the night. This was the third time Adrian Sampson faced St. Lucie this season. In his previous two starts he combined for three earned runs in nine innings. Kurt Yacko made his debut in the Pirates’ organization, giving up three runs in three innings. Gregory Polanco is hitting for a .319/.396/.638 line in 47 at-bats in May.

Tyler Glasnow has 34 strikeouts in 19 innings over his last four starts.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Game One Box Score

Result: West Virginia 3, Lexington 2

Starting Pitcher: Tyler Glasnow, RHP (2.12) – 4.0 IP, 1 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 8 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Stetson Allie, 1B (.306) – 1-for-3, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Pat Ludwig, RHP (3-0, 1.64) – 3.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Game Notes: Tyler Glasnow now has a 2.12 ERA in 34 innings this year, with a 50:21 K/BB ratio. In his last four starts he has a 34:10 K/BB ratio in 19 innings. He’s also only given up 14 hits on the entire season. Stetson Allie hit his ninth homer of the year.

Game Two Box Score

Result: Lexington 6, West Virginia 4

Starting Pitcher: John Kuchno, RHP (1-3, 5.06) – 5.0 IP, 8 H, 6 R, 6 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Ashley Ponce, SS (.310) – 2-for-2, 2B, RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Stetson Allie, DH (.305) – 1-for-4, 2B

Game Notes: John Kuchno had his worst start since his second outing of the season. Between those outings he went 25 innings, giving up just five earned runs. His last start was seven days ago, so the extra time off might have played a part in him having an off night. Stetson Allie added another extra base hit in game two, giving him three total in his last ten games.

Prospect Watch: Solid Pitching All Around, Big Games For Polanco And Herrera

John Dreker — Sat, 18 May 2013 05:46:43 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.55) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-4, 2.82) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.311) - 4-for-5, 2 2B, 2 RBI, 2 SB

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.267) – 0-for-1

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.289) – 0-for-3, BB

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 1.80) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (4-2, 3.79) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-3, 5.50) - 5.0 IP, 1 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.321) - 4-for-4, 2B, HR, RBI, SB

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.308) – 1-for-3, 2B

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.176) – DNP

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-0, 5.85) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.66) – 1.2 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.61) – DNP

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-1, 2.89) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

ORDER YOUR 2013 PROSPECT GUIDE

DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: Casey Sadler, RHP (5-3, 2.79) – 7.0 IP, 5 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Dilson Herrera, 2B (.321) – 4-for-4, 2B, HR, RBI, SB

Home Runs: Jarek Cunningham (6), Dilson Herrera (4), Willy Garcia (3), Jared Goedert (3)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Indianapolis 2, Buffalo 1

Starting Pitcher: Brandon Cumpton, RHP (3-2, 2.83) – 6.0 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 4 BB, 7 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Jerry Sands, RF (.167) – 2-for-3, 3B, RBI

Other Notable Performers:

Tony Sanchez, C (.308) – 1-for-3, 2B

Felix Pie, CF (.263) – 2-for-4, 2B

Vic Black, RHP (2.66) – 1.2 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Game Notes: Brandon Cumpton threw six solid innings, allowing just one unearned run. He has given up just six earned runs over his last five starts. Mike Zagurski picked up the win with 1.1 scoreless innings and Vic Black notched his 11th save. Although it doesn’t sound like much, Jerry Sands is hitting .250 with five walks in his last nine games, a strong improvement over his very slow month long start to the season. Tony Sanchez hit his 11th double of the season, seventh in his last ten games. He is hitting .394 in May, with an 1.156 OPS.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Altoona 2, Richmond 1

Starting Pitcher: Casey Sadler, RHP (5-3, 2.79) – 7.0 IP, 5 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Jarek Cunningham, 2B (.220) – 1-for-4, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Andrew Lambo, 1B (.294) – 1-for-3, BB

Game Notes: Casey Sadler continued his efficient pitching this season, going at least seven innings for the sixth time in his last seven starts. The impressive part about tonight’s game is that this is the third time he has faced Richmond already and in his last game against them, he allowed five runs. Sadler threw 91 pitches, 52 for strikes. He got eight outs on groundballs and now has a 2.15 GO/AO ratio on the year. Jhonathan Ramos and Jason Townsend finished out the game with an inning apiece. Townsend picked up the save, though he did allow the only run. Altoona had five hits on the night, with Cunningham’s homer being the only extra base hit.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Bradenton 5, St Lucie 4

Starting Pitcher: Zack Dodson, LHP (0-1, 3.06) – 6.2 IP, 3 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.311) – 4-for-5, 2 2B, 2 RBI, 2 SB

Other Notable Performers:

Willy Garcia, RF (.234) – 2-for-5, HR, 2 RBI

Chase d’Arnaud, SS (.333) – 2-for-3, 3B, RBI, BB

Game Notes: Bradenton took an early 3-0 lead behind the pitching of Zack Dodson, but they needed an eighth inning game tying homer from Willy Garcia and then a walk-off bases loaded single in the ninth by Garcia to win it. Chase d’Arnaud played his second rehab game for Bradenton. After going hitless last night, he reached base three times tonight, scoring two runs. Gregory Polanco had a four hit night to break a recent 2-for-19 slump. He now has 15 stolen bases on the season. There was ugly fielding in the game from both sides accounting for a total of seven errors. Dan Gamache committed his tenth error, while Alen Hanson made his 14th of the year after replacing d’Arnaud late in the game.

Dilson Herrera raised his average to .321 tonight

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

Box Score

Result: West Virginia 3, Lexington 1

Starting Pitcher: Clay Holmes, RHP (1-3, 5.50) – 5.0 IP, 1 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 5 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Dilson Herrera, 2B (.321) – 4-for-4, 2B, HR, RBI, SB

Other Notable Performers:

Ryan Hafner, RHP (3.65) – 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 0 HR

Stetson Allie, 1B (.306) – 1-for-4, RBI

Game Notes: Clay Holmes made his return from a minor ankle injury, which pushed his start back four days, and he ended up pitching one-hit ball through five innings. Holmes still had some control issues, but it didn’t hurt him like it has in his previous starts. He struck out five batters, one more than he was able to strike out in his last three starts combined. Bryton Trepagnier and Ryan Hafner finished off the game with two shutout innings apiece. Lexington had just two hits total in the game. Everyone in the West Virginia lineup reached base at least once. Dilson Herrera has at least two hits in five straight games, 13 total hits over that span. He also has a seven game hitting streak.

Prospect Watch: Tony Sanchez Keeps Hitting, Gregory Polanco Homers

Tim Williams — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:27:57 +0000

TOP OF THE SYSTEM

1. Gerrit Cole, RHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.55) - DNP

2. Jameson Taillon, RHP, Altoona (2-4, 2.82) - DNP

3. Gregory Polanco, CF, Bradenton (.292) - 1-for-4, HR

4. Alen Hanson, SS, Bradenton (.264) - DNP

5. Luis Heredia, RHP, Extended Spring Training

6. Josh Bell, RF, West Virginia (.295) - DNP

7. Barrett Barnes, CF, West Virginia (.220) - Low-A DL

8. Tyler Glasnow, RHP, West Virginia (3-0, 1.80) - DNP

9. Kyle McPherson, RHP, Indianapolis (0-1, 19.29) – Triple-A DL

10. Nick Kingham, RHP, Bradenton (4-2, 3.79) - DNP

11. Clay Holmes, RHP, West Virginia (1-2, 6.10) – Low-A DL

12. Dilson Herrera, 2B, West Virginia (.299) - DNP

13. Tony Sanchez, C, Indianapolis (.307) - 2-for-3, BB

14. Wyatt Mathisen, C, West Virginia (.176) – DNP

15. Adrian Sampson, RHP, Bradenton (1-0, 5.85) - DNP

16. Vic Black, RHP, Indianapolis (0-2, 2.86) - DNP

17. Andy Oliver, LHP, Indianapolis (3-1, 2.61) - 5.0 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 1 ER, 6 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

18. Jin-De Jhang, C, Extended Spring Training

19. Stolmy Pimentel, RHP, Altoona (2-1, 2.89) - DNP

20. Jordy Mercer, SS, Indianapolis (.333) - In Majors

ORDER YOUR 2013 PROSPECT GUIDE

DAILY SUMMARY

Top Pitcher: David Bromberg, RHP (2-4, 4.65) – 5.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Charlie Cutler, C (.340) – 3-for-3, 3 RBI

Home Runs: Gregory Polanco (5)

AAA: INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS

Box Score

Result: Buffalo 6, Indianapolis 4

Starting Pitcher: Andy Oliver, LHP (2.61) – 5.0 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 1 ER, 6 BB, 4 K, 0 HR

Top Hitter: Tony Sanchez, C (.307) – 2-for-3, BB

Other Notable Performers:

Jerry Sands, RF (.154) – 1-for-3, 2B, BB

Alex Presley, CF (.279) – 2-for-5, SB

Duke Welker, RHP (3-1, 1.42) – 2.0 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 1 HR

Game Notes: Andy Oliver has a 2.61 ERA in 48.1 innings this year. He’s kept the hit total down with a .185 BAA. He’s striking out over a batter an inning with 54 strikeouts. However, his walk rate is too high, with 35 walks on the season. The result is that the lack of hits and the high strikeouts are countering the walks, but that might not necessarily carry over to the majors. Duke Welker gave up his first earned runs of the season. Tony Sanchez is now hitting for a .307/.413/.523 line in 88 at-bats.

AA: ALTOONA CURVE

Box Score

Result: Altoona 6, Trenton 2

Starting Pitcher: Charlie Morton, RHP (1.93) – 4.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 1 K, 2 HR

Top Hitter: Charlie Cutler, C (.340) – 3-for-3, 3 RBI

Other Notable Performers:

David Bromberg, RHP (2-4, 4.65) – 5.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 0 HR

Drew Maggi, LF (.278) – 3-for-4, 2B

Game Notes: Charlie Morton made a rehab start with Altoona, throwing 61 pitches and 40 strikes. He has three more rehab starts ahead of him. David Bromberg was originally scheduled to start tonight, and came on after Morton. Bromberg threw five no-hit innings, allowing one walk and striking out six. Charlie Cutler is hitting for a .340 average with a .919 OPS, although he’s 26 and this is his fourth season spending time at the Double-A level. That said, he’s been providing a big boost for a struggling Altoona offense.

Gregory Polanco hit his fifth homer of the year.

A+: BRADENTON MARAUDERS

Box Score

Result: Clearwater 6, Bradenton 3

Starting Pitcher: Robby Rowland, RHP (2-2, 4.54) – 5.0 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, 1 HR

Top Hitter: Gregory Polanco, CF (.292) – 1-for-4, HR

Other Notable Performers:

Jacob Stallings, C (.230) – 1-for-3, 3B, BB

Chase d’Arnaud, SS (.000) – 0-for-3

Game Notes: Gregory Polanco hit his fifth homer of the year in his second game back since missing time with a wrist injury. Chase d’Arnaud started his rehab assignment with Bradenton, going 0-for-3. Matt Benedict threw three innings in relief, which means he’ll be going as a long reliever with Zack Dodson recently joining the rotation.

A: WEST VIRGINIA POWER

West Virginia was rained out.