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ayaghmour2 · 07-26-2023, 12:27 PM

The Rule-5 Draft came and went without us taking a player, but the Kings selected Bob Rogers from us. I was a bit surprised, as they have a lot of outfield depth. The surprise faded quickly when Brooklyn's GM reached out for a trade, sending Rogers back for a 10th Round Pick. Considering I debated cutting the former 6th Rounder to pursue an opportunity in the GWL, I was happy to let him go, even with his increased prospect status post-conversion. Rogers ranks as the 177th best prospect, but I wouldn't get too excited over him. Sure, the bat is decent, but he's got Hal Sharp's personality without Hal Sharp's talent, so instead of just being the dude that wants to pad his stats, he's the one that isn't padding his stats, and let's you hear about it. Rogers missed a lot of time with injury as well, but when healthy he hit well. There's a chance he develops into a a decent long-term piece, but we have a lot more exciting center fielders I'd rather give at bats to.

RF Jimmy Hairston (#82 Overall)
Acquired: Via Draft: 4th Round, 61st Overall (1943)
AA: .318/.386/.441 (113 OPS+), 539 PA, 32 2B, 4 3B, 6 HR, 63 RBI, SB
A: .357/.378/.629 (166 OPS+), 74 PA, 3 2B, 2 3B, 4 HR, 81 RBI, SB
CWL: .340/.392/.574 (140 OPS+), 51 PA, 2 2B, 3 HR, 9 RBI

Another week, another homer for Jimmy Hairston, who leads the 2-9 Stallions with 3 home runs. As the record would tell you, not much has gone right for Cuban affiliate, but the former 4th Rounder has been one of the few bright spots. 23 in January, Hairston leads the Stallions in most offensive categories, and is slashing .340/.392/.574 (140 OPS+) in 51 trips to the plate. To go with the homers, he has 2 doubles, 7 runs, 9 RBIs, and 3 walks, and he's yet to make an error out in right. One of our only "real" prospects in Cuba, Hairston is another reason we don't need Bob Rogers, as he's younger and a much better personality. He's 6'2'' and extremely athletic, and it shows at the plate and in the field. He consistently barrels the ball when he swings, and he combines the strong hit tool with excellent discipline and above average power. He doesn't strike out much either, and is inching closer to a season with more walks (55) then strike outs (63). As a member of the 40-man roster, he's in line for a big league debut this season, and there's a chance we see him start in Milwaukee. Especially if he continues to hit at such an impressive pace.

CF Art Goins (Not Ranked)
Acquired: Via Trade with New York (1942)
AA: .240/.330/.340 (73 OPS+), 117 PA, 4 2B, 3 3B, 9 RBI, 2 SB
A: .280/.392/.376 (106 OPS+), 149 PA, 4 2B, 3B, 2 HR, 15 RBI, 4 SB
CWL: .289/.407/.400 (104 OPS+), 3B, HR, 5 RBI, SB

He may be the son of T.R. Goins, but there's no Hall of Fame in Art's future. But after a slow start, Art is starting to have himself a good winter. 24 on Christmas, the former 2nd Rounder went 8-for-17 with 5 runs, a triple, a homer, 2 walks, and 3 RBIs. That upped his season line up to .289/.407/.400 (104 OPS+) in 11 games as the lead off hitter. It's nice that Goins is getting every day time in Cuba, as he spent more time on the bench this year then in year's past. We tried to give him a shot in AA, but he hit just .240/.330/.340 (73 OPS+) in 100 at bats. He did do a bit better with the Legislators, producing a 113 WRC+, but just 37 of his 67 appearances came with him in the starting lineup. As expected, no one took a flier on him in the Rule-5 Draft, but he can use the rest of the winter season to earn a starting role when baseball returns stateside. His glove will always keep him on a roster, but he doesn't offer much at the plate. Despite his struggles, it's never deterred him, as he's still one of the hardest workers out there. It's a long season, but I'm hoping Goins can keep some parts of this up.

07-26-2023, 12:27 PM	#1166
ayaghmour2 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 3,010	Cuban Winter League: Week 3 The Rule-5 Draft came and went without us taking a player, but the Kings selected Bob Rogers from us. I was a bit surprised, as they have a lot of outfield depth. The surprise faded quickly when Brooklyn's GM reached out for a trade, sending Rogers back for a 10th Round Pick. Considering I debated cutting the former 6th Rounder to pursue an opportunity in the GWL, I was happy to let him go, even with his increased prospect status post-conversion. Rogers ranks as the 177th best prospect, but I wouldn't get too excited over him. Sure, the bat is decent, but he's got Hal Sharp's personality without Hal Sharp's talent, so instead of just being the dude that wants to pad his stats, he's the one that isn't padding his stats, and let's you hear about it. Rogers missed a lot of time with injury as well, but when healthy he hit well. There's a chance he develops into a a decent long-term piece, but we have a lot more exciting center fielders I'd rather give at bats to. RF Jimmy Hairston (#82 Overall) Acquired: Via Draft: 4th Round, 61st Overall (1943) AA: .318/.386/.441 (113 OPS+), 539 PA, 32 2B, 4 3B, 6 HR, 63 RBI, SB A: .357/.378/.629 (166 OPS+), 74 PA, 3 2B, 2 3B, 4 HR, 81 RBI, SB CWL: .340/.392/.574 (140 OPS+), 51 PA, 2 2B, 3 HR, 9 RBI Another week, another homer for Jimmy Hairston, who leads the 2-9 Stallions with 3 home runs. As the record would tell you, not much has gone right for Cuban affiliate, but the former 4th Rounder has been one of the few bright spots. 23 in January, Hairston leads the Stallions in most offensive categories, and is slashing .340/.392/.574 (140 OPS+) in 51 trips to the plate. To go with the homers, he has 2 doubles, 7 runs, 9 RBIs, and 3 walks, and he's yet to make an error out in right. One of our only "real" prospects in Cuba, Hairston is another reason we don't need Bob Rogers, as he's younger and a much better personality. He's 6'2'' and extremely athletic, and it shows at the plate and in the field. He consistently barrels the ball when he swings, and he combines the strong hit tool with excellent discipline and above average power. He doesn't strike out much either, and is inching closer to a season with more walks (55) then strike outs (63). As a member of the 40-man roster, he's in line for a big league debut this season, and there's a chance we see him start in Milwaukee. Especially if he continues to hit at such an impressive pace. CF Art Goins (Not Ranked) Acquired: Via Trade with New York (1942) AA: .240/.330/.340 (73 OPS+), 117 PA, 4 2B, 3 3B, 9 RBI, 2 SB A: .280/.392/.376 (106 OPS+), 149 PA, 4 2B, 3B, 2 HR, 15 RBI, 4 SB CWL: .289/.407/.400 (104 OPS+), 3B, HR, 5 RBI, SB He may be the son of T.R. Goins, but there's no Hall of Fame in Art's future. But after a slow start, Art is starting to have himself a good winter. 24 on Christmas, the former 2nd Rounder went 8-for-17 with 5 runs, a triple, a homer, 2 walks, and 3 RBIs. That upped his season line up to .289/.407/.400 (104 OPS+) in 11 games as the lead off hitter. It's nice that Goins is getting every day time in Cuba, as he spent more time on the bench this year then in year's past. We tried to give him a shot in AA, but he hit just .240/.330/.340 (73 OPS+) in 100 at bats. He did do a bit better with the Legislators, producing a 113 WRC+, but just 37 of his 67 appearances came with him in the starting lineup. As expected, no one took a flier on him in the Rule-5 Draft, but he can use the rest of the winter season to earn a starting role when baseball returns stateside. His glove will always keep him on a roster, but he doesn't offer much at the plate. Despite his struggles, it's never deterred him, as he's still one of the hardest workers out there. It's a long season, but I'm hoping Goins can keep some parts of this up.