December 28, 200520 yr Marlins sign catcher Miguel Olivo to a one-year deal... reported on Channel 10 just now.
December 28, 200520 yr Author scouting report from ESPN.com Scouting Report 2004 Season Miguel Olivo was obtained in June from the Chicago White Sox as part of the trade that sent pitcher Freddy Garcia to the Windy City. Olivo, for all of his upside, wasn't exactly a hit in his half season in Seattle. In fact, he didn't hit much at all. He batted .200 with the Mariners and suffered through a 0-for-31 slump late in the season. Olivo didn't shine on defense, either, where he had trouble with passed balls and blocking balls in the dirt. Hitting Olivo is a bit of a free swinger, a trait that started to manifest itself even before he came to Seattle. During his aforementioned slump, he appeared to be overmatched at the plate, especially by pitchers with power arms. He also was prone to chasing balls out of the strike zone, especially during his slump. But scouts feel that Olivo will develop into a 20-homer man. He showed some pop in 2004 with gap power, which should play well at spacious Safeco Field. Baserunning & Defense Olivo is blessed with a strong and accurate arm. His quick release makes it tough to steal on him. His problems come with blocking balls in the dirt. He had nine passed balls in just 49 games with Seattle. Scouts felt he wasn't moving his feet fast enough and that he got away from what he was doing in Chicago. Some have questioned his pitch-calling abilities, as well. Olivo is a good athlete and an aggressive baserunner. 2005 Outlook In trading away Freddy Garcia, the Mariners felt they were getting a frontline catcher to replace Dan Wilson. They still feel that way, even after Olivo slumped in the field and at the plate during his half season with Seattle. The Mariners contend he's an All-Star in the making, one who will supplant Wilson this season. He's 26 and coming into his prime, but he still needs to show improvement in several areas, both at and behind the plate.
December 28, 200520 yr Author in 2005... 54 games for Seattle, 152 ABs, .151 BA, 5 HRs, 18 RBI, 49 Ks, 4 BB, .172 OBP 37 games for San Diego... 115 ABs, .304 BA, 4 HRs, 16 RBI, 31 Ks, 4 BB, .341 OBP
December 28, 200520 yr I like it, especially if it's to a minor league deal w/ major league invite. Let him compete with Treanor for the backup spot.
December 28, 200520 yr I like those San Diego stats! Maybe we will use Willy in left now and have Treanor as a primary back-up so if one of them goes down Willy can fill in. Aguila Willingham Cabrera Hermida Jacobs Uggla Ramirez Olivo ?
December 28, 200520 yr He could be a good season. However, we all know what will happen in July if he's having a good year.
December 28, 200520 yr in 2005... 54 games for Seattle, 152 ABs, .151 BA, 5 HRs, 18 RBI, 49 Ks, 4 BB, .172 OBP 37 games for San Diego... 115 ABs, .304 BA, 4 HRs, 16 RBI, 31 Ks, 4 BB, .341 OBP Looks like the NL is the place for him, look at the number difference! Positive signing for the FISH!
December 28, 200520 yr Seattle numbers are horrendous but the SD make up for that. However, I can't judge the guy since I've never seen him play.
December 28, 200520 yr good signing. thought the FO went on vacation after unloading everyone. the way i look at it any signing is good at this point as long as its financially sound
December 28, 200520 yr One of the fastest catchers I have ever seen. He has a cannon of an arm too. Good move How old is he??? 26
December 28, 200520 yr Sample size. Combine his numbers and he hit .217 last season, with a .246 on-base percentage and a .613 OPS. That's not far off from his .229 career average and .664 career OPS. I'm just happy that the guy can throw out baserunners.
December 28, 200520 yr Im waiting for a news wire to announce the signing.... Tru, it hasnt been offically announced on Floridamarlins.com press releases..
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