tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post677480304608251091..comments2023-10-20T06:12:38.934-07:00Comments on Redlegs Baseball: 2009 Top Prospect List: #23 Adam Rosales, infLark11http://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-84502653004073548302009-08-09T21:39:51.121-07:002009-08-09T21:39:51.121-07:00Hey Anon,
Yeah, Rosales isn't likely to take ...Hey Anon,<br /><br />Yeah, Rosales isn't likely to take the starting job any time soon. In theory he had an opportunity to win the job when Edwin scuffled and got injured, but long-term Rosales profiles better as a utility infielder. <br /><br />Still, I'm a bit surprised that he has struggled at the plate as much as he has. He had a nice game today, so maybe he's ready to turn the corner. <br /><br />Thanks for the comment. <br /><br />Best,<br />LarkLark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-61858929348356654612009-08-09T21:14:03.753-07:002009-08-09T21:14:03.753-07:00pete rosales had to wait behind edwin....now he...pete rosales had to wait behind edwin....now he's got rolen.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-58480731982866365812009-05-06T08:00:00.000-07:002009-05-06T08:00:00.000-07:00Hey Anon,
Rosales actually wasn't all that impres...Hey Anon,<br /><br />Rosales actually wasn't all that impressive for much of last season. In 2007, he posted an OPS of .904 between high-A and double-A. In 2008, he posted an OPS of only .802 at triple-A. Even so, he did finish out the season stronger than he started it.<br /><br />He certainly earned the promotion and his first MLB game went rather well. At this point, I think his performance is more the result of a white hot streak than a breakthrough to a new level.<br /><br />When he cools off, I think he settles in with seasonal average production of .275-.285 with 15-17 HRs. Of course, he'd have to get a full season of ABs for that to happen. Also, it's difficult to envision him being a downgrade defensively from Edwin. Of course, that's more of a comment on Edwin than Rosales.<br /><br />Rosales isn't a flashy or graceful player. When you see him in action, he's not an "eye-catching, dazzle you with his athletic genius" type player. That said, he's fundamentally sound and solid across the board. He has been considered more of a utility infielder type, but the struggles and injury of Edwin open the door a crack. Rosales has his foot in the door and may show enough ability to stride right through it.<br /><br />I think the big advantage Rosales may have is on the defensive side. Even if he can prove to be league average at third, that would be significant upgrade over Edwin. So, even if Edwin was more productive with the bat, it likely wouldn't be by enough to offset the difference in their defensive skill.<br /><br />Personally, I'm tired of waiting for Edwin to breakout offensively and don't believe his defense will ever be even league average. I think it's time to consider other options. At this point, Rosales has to be considered a bit of a longshot as a long-term solution, but he could prove to be a solid MLB utility player. Time will tell.<br /><br />Thanks for the comment!!<br /><br />Best,<br />LarkLark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-12431971298542811932009-04-29T19:08:00.000-07:002009-04-29T19:08:00.000-07:00Is Rosales' hot start a continuation of the progre...Is Rosales' hot start a continuation of the progress he showed last year? Or is he just getting lucky?<br /><br />How will he fare in the majors?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-736203678677017862009-04-07T10:03:00.000-07:002009-04-07T10:03:00.000-07:00Hey Anon,To be honest, I was a bit surprised that ...Hey Anon,<BR/><BR/>To be honest, I was a bit surprised that Rosales lost out to Janish as well. Clearly, Rosales brings greater versatility and more offensive production to the table, while Janish is the better defensive infielder. <BR/><BR/>Given the Reds shortcomings on offense, I would have thought that Rosales would get the nod. I actually like Janish more than most and hold out a sliver of hope that he could be a starting shortstop at the MLB level. However, of the two, Janish would also seem to be the one who would benefit most from additional minor league time. Rosales seems to have reached his ceiling and seems more ready to contribute at the MLB level. <BR/><BR/>Given that he would seem to address the Reds needs more effectively, I think it is surprising to see Rosales sent down to the minors. However, I certainly wouldn't be surprised to see him up in the near future, as the MLB bench as currently configured isn't going to get the job done. <BR/><BR/>Anyway, thanks for the comment!!!<BR/><BR/>Best,<BR/>LarkLark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-32414107174632811222009-04-07T09:05:00.000-07:002009-04-07T09:05:00.000-07:00I was suprised to see that Adam did not make the m...I was suprised to see that Adam did not make the major club as the utility infielder in front of Paul Janish. His batting and fielding numbers have looked better ever since they were both drafted.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com