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Prospect Report: Paul Mackins
AAA Chester Big Stick leftfielder Paul Mackins had a tremendous month of June and was named the Player of the Month in his league.
Mackins is one of many talented outfielders in the Brewers organization and is trying to gain notice and build a case for a promotion to the big league club sometime this season. Nobody can fault his effort as he has shown himself to be a hard worker. Whether he has enough talent to hold down a regular big league spot is still up for debate. But he is toolsy, with plus speed, above average range in the outfield, decent contact skills, and an above average approach to strike zone recognition.
Likely Mackins ceiling is that of a 4th outfielder at the big league level. The fact that he is a solid defensive infielder as well, though with a weak arm, could enhance his chances to forge some kind of WPK career. He has very little power though and this could hold him back, especially as his skills play best at leftfield and firstbase, where power is expected. Mackins floor is probably that of a talented AAAA player who is given occasional cups-of-coffee at the WPK level.
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