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A little heavy on jargon in part--"Wetherholt’s intentionality" and understanding "how his frame operates on the field"--but a good look at a young player learning his craft and preparing for his future.

Here's JJ and Nathan.

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h/t David Laurila's Sunday column at Fangraphs.
https://www.justbaseball.com/prospects/ ... interview/
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jcgmoi wrote: 24 Aug 2025 11:43 am A little heavy on jargon in part--"Wetherholt’s intentionality" and understanding "how his frame operates on the field"--but a good look at a young player learning his craft and preparing for his future.

Here's JJ and Nathan.

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h/t David Laurila's Sunday column at Fangraphs.
https://www.justbaseball.com/prospects/ ... interview/
thx for the link
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Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?

From the piece:

When it comes to the conversation surrounding Wetherholt’s makeup, a trend you pick up on quickly is the observation that he plays beyond his years. An observation scouts and executives alike seem to agree has produced a young man who plays the game a little differently.

“You don’t see that type of makeup often,” a National League scout said. “He’s just built differently. It’s hard not to get excited about a kid like that.”

He should be starting at 2nd base today in Tampa......................idiot Mo. :x
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JJ speaks

Rock gets a nut
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rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?

From the piece:

When it comes to the conversation surrounding Wetherholt’s makeup, a trend you pick up on quickly is the observation that he plays beyond his years. An observation scouts and executives alike seem to agree has produced a young man who plays the game a little differently.

“You don’t see that type of makeup often,” a National League scout said. “He’s just built differently. It’s hard not to get excited about a kid like that.”

He should be starting at 2nd base today in Tampa......................idiot Mo. :x
I think Rock needs a new keyboard :lol:
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45s wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:49 pm JJ speaks

Rock gets a nut
:lol:
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45s wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:49 pm JJ speaks

Rock gets a nut
Sez the Astronut.
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rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?

From the piece:

When it comes to the conversation surrounding Wetherholt’s makeup, a trend you pick up on quickly is the observation that he plays beyond his years. An observation scouts and executives alike seem to agree has produced a young man who plays the game a little differently.

“You don’t see that type of makeup often,” a National League scout said. “He’s just built differently. It’s hard not to get excited about a kid like that.”

He should be starting at 2nd base today in Tampa......................idiot Mo. :x
Should be at 3b. And should be 3b on Opening Day next year.
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45s wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:49 pm JJ speaks

Rock gets a nut
Good lord, don't let Shady see this. Bad enough having him on Burly's behind
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rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?
Wetherholt bat would be ideal for CF. He seems to be a very smart player as well with athletic ability. He has good traits to be an above average CF. He may never win a gold glove but that bat would be great for CF. Its extremely hard to find a productive bat that plays CF.
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CardsBest wrote: 24 Aug 2025 21:25 pm
rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?
Wetherholt bat would be ideal for CF. He seems to be a very smart player as well with athletic ability. He has good traits to be an above average CF. He may never win a gold glove but that bat would be great for CF. Its extremely hard to find a productive bat that plays CF.
I do remember that being discussed earlier in the season. That might solve some puzzles for this club.
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CardsBest wrote: 24 Aug 2025 21:25 pm
rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?
Wetherholt bat would be ideal for CF. He seems to be a very smart player as well with athletic ability. He has good traits to be an above average CF. He may never win a gold glove but that bat would be great for CF. Its extremely hard to find a productive bat that plays CF.
If that kid can play CF, it would help the team a lot. His bat looks like it'd play almost anywhere.
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scoutyjones2 wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:51 pm
rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?

From the piece:

When it comes to the conversation surrounding Wetherholt’s makeup, a trend you pick up on quickly is the observation that he plays beyond his years. An observation scouts and executives alike seem to agree has produced a young man who plays the game a little differently.

“You don’t see that type of makeup often,” a National League scout said. “He’s just built differently. It’s hard not to get excited about a kid like that.”

He should be starting at 2nd base today in Tampa......................idiot Mo. :x
I think Rock needs a new keyboard :lol:
:lol:

And now M. Winn has knee problems and we still can't get JJ up here? :roll:
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JuanAgosto wrote: 24 Aug 2025 15:43 pm
rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?

From the piece:

When it comes to the conversation surrounding Wetherholt’s makeup, a trend you pick up on quickly is the observation that he plays beyond his years. An observation scouts and executives alike seem to agree has produced a young man who plays the game a little differently.

“You don’t see that type of makeup often,” a National League scout said. “He’s just built differently. It’s hard not to get excited about a kid like that.”

He should be starting at 2nd base today in Tampa......................idiot Mo. :x
Should be at 3b. And should be 3b on Opening Day next year.
He'll be the starting 2nd baseman on OD.

3rd will be manned by NADO (unless dealt) and/or N. Gorman.
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CardsBest wrote: 24 Aug 2025 21:25 pm
rockondlouie wrote: 24 Aug 2025 14:42 pm Notice "data" being mentioned all throughout the interview along w/ "hawkeye system"?

C. Bloom system is in place and players are taking to it! :D

I also thought this was interesting, "...maybe if I play as an outfielder".

Could he get some reps in CF?
Wetherholt bat would be ideal for CF. He seems to be a very smart player as well with athletic ability. He has good traits to be an above average CF. He may never win a gold glove but that bat would be great for CF. Its extremely hard to find a productive bat that plays CF.
Oh man CB.

If he took to CF and was solid (+ DRS/+ OAA) it would be the start of correcting one of Mo's biggest failures, building an OF that can actually hit.

Let's see if Bloom/Cerfolio do something in STing, having him play multiple games in CF would be ideal!
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