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Perhaps the minor leaguer who has been the subject of the most discussion among the scouting staff this season is 19-year old Jose Careaga, who recently was promoted to single-A Bainbridge from the short season A-ball club at Jersey City. After an unimpressive 1965 at the Rookie league level, Careaga has emerged a top-contender to be the future thirdbaseman for the Brewers. He has impressed with both his bat and his glove and he projects to be an above-average power hitter once he develops a bit more. Careaga also earns high praise for his intangibles, being considered supremely loyal and a player who exhibits a great work ethic. Since his promotion to Bainbridge he has been even more impressive than ever.
There is still a long journey ahead to the bigs, but at this stage of his career the organization's leaders are hopeful that they are witnessing a star in ascent.
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