# 5 - Cameron Maybin

 

Statistically speaking: With a young five-tool player like Maybin, it's a mistake to hone in on the numbers too much, but a few things are worth noting. He raised his average 56 points in the second half of the season (to .321, up from a first-half .265), albeit in just 27 games. His on-base numbers also improved, from .357 to .437. But he showed more power in the first half, with a .461 slugging percentage compared to .440 in the second half. Still, his OPS jumped 59 points in the latter half of the season.

Scouting report: Maybin is a prototypical five-tool player still learning how to turn his potential into performance. He has tremendous bat speed with plenty of power potential in his frame. Though willing to take walks, he needs to improve his strike-zone judgment. His plus speed can change games on the bases and particularly in the outfield. He covers a ton of ground and his above-average arm plays very well in center.

 

Upside potential: A player with those tools has no ceiling. Maybin's speed could make him a top-of-the-order type, but he may develop the kind of power that puts him squarely in the middle of the lineup for years to come.

 

They said it: "He's the complete athlete. He does everything well. He's a prototypical five-tool player. His speed will have a big impact on his game in center field." -- Jim Fleming, Marlins VP of Player Development and Scouting

 

He said it: "It's fun. The intensity is high, and the concentration has to be high, as well. I think it brings out the best baseball in all of us. But this game has been humbling me for a long time. It's not going to humble me now, because that's what this game always does." -- On his big league time in 2008

 

# 26 - Mike Stanton

 

Statistically speaking: Stanton finished second in the Minors with 39 homers and topped the South Atlantic League in slugging percentage, total bases and extra-base hits. He was third in RBIs.

Scouting report: A tremendous athlete (he was a three-sport star in high school) with plus, plus power, which is raw right now. He showed tremendous work ethic, which led to a lot of progress on the field. He has great range in center and right field with a strong arm.

 

Upside potential: An impact player, perhaps as a prototypical right fielder who hits in the middle of a lineup. Dave Winfield comparisons abound.

 

They said it: "He has big tools and has improved in a year more than anyone I've ever seen. He has the chance to be a big impact player. He's an outstanding athlete. Everybody looks at him as a power guy, but his defense is excellent, he re-did his throwing mechanics. He's a student of the game and wants to be good at all parts of of the game, which is unusual for someone 18 years old." -- Jim Fleming, Marlins VP of Player Development and Scouting

 

He said it: "I wouldn't say it was easy. I'd say that if you put in hard work, it pays off. Keep battling and not taking days off. And if you have a day off, take time to observe the whole game from the bench and learn from that."

 

Matt Dominguez - # 49

 

Statistically speaking: Dominguez turned on the power in the second half after shaking off the aftereffects of mono. The third baseman slugged .513 after the All-Star break, hitting 16 homers and driving in 63 runs in 265 at-bats.

Scouting report: Outstanding defensively, Dominguez also has a polished and advanced approach at the plate. He has plenty of ceiling and should hit for average and power. He's extremely coachable and has worked hard on establishing a better hitting base.

 

Upside potential: All-Star-caliber third baseman who is a run-producer and Gold Glover; a Scott Rolen type.

 

They said it: "He's a complete player, other than not running. He's a baseball player who's very far along. He's been in the baseball eye for a long time. There's no question his bat was underrated. He does everything well and he's just a real smart player. He understands the game well." -- Jim Fleming, Marlins VP of Player Development and Scouting

 

http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/minorleagues/prospects/y2009/

 

Morrison lovers start your rant! Disrespect!

 

I also am very annoyed with how the 2008 draft class is ranked

pick 1 - # 22

pick 2 - unranked, only because he signed late due to unreal contract demands. Based on this list, somewhere 15-24.

pick 3 - # 29

pick 4 - # 20

pick 5 - # 19

Pick 6 - Kyle Skipworth unranked

pick 7 - # 34

 

Totally awesome taking high school catchers. If only we had pick 5.

Where is Sanchez!

Where is Sanchez!

Gaby? He's too old to be a prospect.

Where is Sanchez!

Gaby? He's too old to be a prospect.

 

Where is Morrison!?

Where is Sanchez!

Gaby? He's too old to be a prospect.

 

Where is Morrison!?

 

Where is Charlie Hough!

Morrison lovers start your rant! Disrespect!

 

I also am very annoyed with how the 2008 draft class is ranked

pick 1 - # 22

pick 2 - unranked, only because he signed late due to unreal contract demands. Based on this list, somewhere 15-24.

pick 3 - # 29

pick 4 - # 20

pick 5 - # 19

Pick 6 - Kyle Skipworth unranked

pick 7 - # 34

 

Totally awesome taking high school catchers. If only we had pick 5.

 

I don't understand what those draft class rankings mean?

And, leaving off Morrison seems like craziness.

I don't understand what those draft class rankings mean?

And, leaving off Morrison seems like craziness.

It means we got screwed by not getting the 4th or 5th pick in the draft, and had to resort to taking an immensely high risk prospect with an 18 year old catcher.

Aaron Crowe could have been cool aswell.

 

Wonder how he's doing in indy ball.

 

But god damn I was so sad when giants said they were picking Buster. Expecially since they didn't use his name buster and I was like OMG YESSS and then I realized what it was and I was like I HATE YOUUU. Then again it's probably for the best because I would have strangled a bitch if we took Buster over Skip.

 

I think past year draft picks are normally overranked by such things though.

I don't understand what those draft class rankings mean?

And, leaving off Morrison seems like craziness.

It means we got screwed by not getting the 4th or 5th pick in the draft, and had to resort to taking an immensely high risk prospect with an 18 year old catcher.

 

 

If we had the 3rd-5th pick in the draft IMO we still take Skipworth. Who else do you think we would have taken? Hosmer? Too expensive and also a risk. Matusz? Maybe, but he ended up getting a ML deal and I don't think the FO was that enamored with him. Posey was way too expensive.

FO has shown they'd pay picks in the past.

FO has shown they'd pay picks in the past.

 

 

Above slot and a ML contract for a first round pick?? Who?

FO has shown they'd pay picks in the past.

 

 

Above slot and a ML contract for a first round pick?? Who?

How much lower was Skip than the rest of the Top 7, and other notable big time guys like Smoak.

I don't understand what those draft class rankings mean?

And, leaving off Morrison seems like craziness.

It means we got screwed by not getting the 4th or 5th pick in the draft, and had to resort to taking an immensely high risk prospect with an 18 year old catcher.

 

 

If we had the 3rd-5th pick in the draft IMO we still take Skipworth. Who else do you think we would have taken? Hosmer? Too expensive and also a risk. Matusz? Maybe, but he ended up getting a ML deal and I don't think the FO was that enamored with him. Posey was way too expensive.

 

They wanted Posey, badly. They would have paid for him.

Where is Sanchez!

Gaby? He's too old to be a prospect.

 

Where is Morrison!?

 

Where is Charlie Hough!

 

Where is the BEST Marlins player EVER!!! NIGEL WILSON!