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A look at the Rule 5 Draft

Thundering Turtle — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:19:17 -0000

With just 37 players on the 40-man roster, the Reds almost certainly will select at least one player in the Rule 5 Draft next Thursday. The order stands at Washington, Seattle, San Diego, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, San Francisco, Atlanta and Cincinnati in the top eight. If no one ahead of them passes, the Reds could pick as high as sixth because the Pirates and Orioles have full 40-man rosters. That could change as teams make trades at the Winter Meetings.

Are there players worth selecting? While there appears to be no Josh Hamilton, Johan Santana nor Joakim Soria available, there are some interesting possibilities. Here’s a look at some guys the Reds might consider:

HITTERS

– James Skelton-C-Detroit.

A 14th-round pick out of HS in 2004, Skelton, 23, is just 5-11, 165. He threw out 35 percent of base stealers in high-A ball last season, where he posted a 3-23-.307 .468 .406 line while stealing 14 bases in 19 attempts. At AA, Skelton went 2-11-.294 .425 .388. He’s a LHH and is willing to take a walk. For a team in need of catching, Skelton could be worth a pick.

– Jordan Brown-1B/OF-Cleveland.

A fourth-round pick from Arizona in 2005, Brown reminds some of Sean Casey at the plate. A LHH, he’s done nothing but hit, although with little power. Brown went 7-51-.281 .337 .417 in AAA last season. He’s a capable defender at a corner OF spot. He could make a nice fourth OF, pinch-hitter type who can play 1B.

– Corey Wimberly-2B-Colorado.

If you are head over heels for Willy Taveras, and honestly who isn’t, this sixth-rounder from the 2005 draft out of Alcorn State is your man. Versatile enough to play some CF, LF and 3B, as well as 2B, Wimberly is a speedster, stealing 181 bases in 235 attempts as a minor leaguer. Wimberly (5-8, 180) offers absolutely no power. Last season in AA he posted a line of 0-26-.291 .370 .345. A switch-hitter, he walks nearly as often as he strikes out, but doesn’t do either often. Wimberly could stick as a pinch-runner type (Herb Washington anyone?) If nothing else. Do the Reds have roster space for that?

– Brad Coon-CF-Anaheim.

Interesting prospect this 27-year-old LHH out of Trevecca Nazarene U. A 15th-rounder in 2005, Coon might be coming into his own. He went 4-30-.306 .406 .380 and was 17-27 in SB last year at AAA hitter’s haven Salt Lake City. He lacks a great arm, but is quite sound defensively. He is not averse to taking a walk. The Reds need for CF help might make Coon (6-1, 175) worth a shot – a long shot, at best.

– Jesus Guzman-3B-San Francisco.

Guzman, 24, recently signed as a six-year free agent, but the Giants didn’t place him on the 40-man roster so he’s eligible for the Rule 5. Guzman put up impressive numbers last year with Oakland’s AA club, going 14-76-.364 .419 .560. Originally signed in 2000 by Seattle, Guzman (6-1, 160) is a switch-hitter who can play 2B, 3B or the OF, although he isn’t stellar at any of those positions. He could make a decent utility player in time, but don’t the Reds have enough of those already?

Others of mild interest: Ryan Royster-RF-Tampa Bay, Chad Boyd-LF-Oakland, Daniel Carte-OF-Colorado, Stephen Head-OF/1B-Cleveland, Jeremy Slayden-OF-Philadelphia, Erik Lis-OF/1B-Minnesota, Josh Alley-OF-San Diego, Bryan Byrne-1B-Arizona, Anthony Recker-C-Oakland.

PITCHERS

– Chris Nicoll-RHRP-Kansas City.

A third-rounder out of Cal-Irvine in 2005, Nicoll, 25, became a reliever last season and took to it well. A K guy, Nicoll (6-1, 190) has averaged nearly 10 strikeouts and three walks per game in his career, despite featuring a merely average fastball/slider combination. Last year in AA, Nicoll posted a 4-1 record with a 3.09 ERA and 1.17 WHIP. He whiffed 55 and walked 8 while allowing 43 hits in 43 IP.

– Eduardo Morlan-RHRP-Tampa Bay.

Included in the Matt Garza-Delmon Young deal, Morlan (23) has an intriguing arm. A third-round pick in 2004, Morlan (6-2, 210) combines a mid-90s fastball with a mid-80s slider. Last season in AA, Morlan went 4-2 with a 3.64 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP. Opponents batted .242. He allowed 44 hits in 47 IP, struck out 45 and walked 15. He has averaged 10 Ks and fewer than three walks per game in his career. Morlan is very adept at keeping the ball in the park.

– Zach Kroenke-LHRP-NY Yankees.

I’ve read next to nothing on Kroenke from anyone previewing the Rule 5, but I like him enough to consider the 2005 fifth-rounder from Nebraska worth a look. Kroenke (6-3, 210) will be 25 on opening day. He went 6-0 with a 3.09 ERA and 1.24 WHIP in AA last season. Foes batted .187. In 43 IP, he allowed 28 hits, struck out 44 and walked 26. Historically, he has struggled before repeating a level since 2006, so maybe that’s the knock.

– Sean Stidfole-RHRP-Toronto.

A 2005 14th-rounder from Penn State, Stidfole (25) went 1-3, 3.27 ERA with a 1.23 WHIP in AAA last season. In 41 IP, he allowed 31 hits, walked 19 and struck out 32. He’s not a K guy and he walks too many, but Stidfole (6-2, 175) is a groundball pitcher who could be worth a look.

– Derek Rodriguez-RHRP-Chicago White Sox.

Rodriguez (25) is another under the radar guy. At 6-1, 190, Rodriguez was a 2005 14th-rounder out of UNLV. Last year in AA, Rodriguez posted a line of 5-1, 3.38 1.13. In 42 IP, he allowed 30 hits, struck out 44, walked 18 and held opponents to a .203 BAA. In 20 IP at AAA, Rodriguez went 0-1 with a 3.19 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, 44 Ks and 15 walks. Foes hit .179. A little too much of a flyball guy for GABP, Rodriguez went 1-0 with a 4.26 ERA in the AFL this season. He allowed 13 hits in 13 IP, struck out 14 and walked six.

Others of mild interest: Todd Blackford-RHRP-Chicago Cubs, Jacob Marceaux-RHRP-Florida, Donald Veal-RHSP-Chicago Cubs, Kevin Whelan-RHRP-NY Yankees, J.B.Cox-RHRP-NY Yankees, Chuck Lofgren-LHSP-Cleveland, Alan Horne-RHSP-NY Yankees, Neil Jamison-RHSP-San Diego.

Reds pick up a pitcher: Minor League Transactions

Thundering Turtle — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:29:47 -0000

From Baseball America:

Cincinnati Reds
Signed: RHP Jon Adkins, RHP Jeff Kennard, LHP Adam Pettyjohn
Assigned to Hawaii Winter Baseball: LHP Philippe Valiquette, 1B Yonder Alonso

Kennard was released Sept. 8 by the Angels. He was the return from the Yankees for Jose Molina. Kennard throws in the mid-90s and has shown a decent slider. He had been fairly effective through AA, but was horrendous last season at AAA Salt Lake City. He was suspended for violating the performance enhancing drug policy in 2005.

Two Reds in International League Top 20

Thundering Turtle — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:00:13 -0000

Bruce at No. 1 and Homer at No. 1, fans and fannies. Here's the list:

1. Jay Bruce, of, Louisville (Reds)
2. Andrew McCutchen, of, Indianapolis (Pirates)
3. Wade Davis, rhp, Durham (Rays)
4. Reid Brignac, ss, Durham (Rays)
5. Jed Lowrie, ss, Pawtucket (Red Sox)
6. David Huff, lhp, Buffalo (Indians)
7. Neil Walker, 3b, Indianapolis (Pirates)
8. Denard Span, of, Rochester (Twins)
9. Charlie Morton, rhp, Richmond (Braves)
10. Homer Bailey, rhp, Louisville (Reds)
11. David Purcey, lhp, Syracuse (Blue Jays)
12. Kevin Mulvey, rhp, Rochester (Twins)
13. Matt Joyce, of, Toledo (Twins)
14. Brandon Moss, of/1b, Pawtucket (Red Sox)
15. J.A. Happ, lhp, Lehigh Valley (Phillies)
16. Jeff Niemann, rhp, Durham (Rays)
17. Brandon Jones, of, Richmond (Braves)
18. Collin Balester, rhp, Columbus (Nationals)
19. Brett Gardner, of, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (Yankees)
20. Chris Getz, ss/2b, Charlotte (White Sox)

No Reds in Southern League Top 20

Thundering Turtle — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:37:00 -0000

It's not that the Reds didn't have talent at Chattanooga. The Southern League simply was very deep in talent. Some Reds -- Valaika, Dorn, Heisey, Lecure, Manuel and Geronimo -- likely were strongly considered for the Top 20. Here's the list:

1. Clayton Kershaw, lhp, Jacksonville (Dodgers)
2. David Price, lhp, Montgomery (Rays)
3. Cameron Maybin, of, Carolina (Marlins)
4. Matt LaPorta, of, Huntsville (Brewers)
5. Alcides Escobar, ss, Huntsville (Brewers)
6. Chris Volstad, rhp, Carolina (Marlins)
7. Mat Gamel, 3b, Huntsville (Brewers)
8. Michael Saunders, of, West Tenn (Mariners)
9. Tommy Hanson, rhp, Mississippi (Braves)
10. Wade Davis, rhp, Montgomery (Rays)
11. Chris Coghlan, 2b, Carolina (Marlins)
12. Jeremy Hellickson, rhp, Montgomery (Rays)
13. Jordan Schafer, of, Mississippi (Braves)
14. James McDonald, rhp, Jacksonville (Dodgers)
15. Ivan DeJesus, ss, Jacksonville (Dodgers)
16. Jake McGee, lhp, Montgomery (Rays)
17. Angel Salome, c, Huntsville (Brewers)
18. Michael Brantley, cf, Huntsville (Brewers)
19. Adam Moore, c, West Tenn (Mariners)
20. Luis Valbuena, 2b, West Tenn (Mariners)

Four Reds in FSL Top 20

Thundering Turtle — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:32:34 -0000

From Baseball America:

1. Rick Porcello, rhp, Lakeland (Tigers)
2. J.P. Arencibia, c, Dunedin (Blue Jays)
3. Logan Morrison, 1b, Jupiter (Marlins)
4. Jeremy Jeffress, rhp, Brevard County (Brewers)
5. Adrian Cardenas, 2b, Clearwater (Phillies)
6. Jeremy Hellickson, rhp, Vero Beach (Rays)
7. Sean West, lhp, Jupiter (Marlins)
8. Wilson Ramos, c, Fort Myers (Twins)
9. Scott Cousins, of, Jupiter (Marlins)
10. Michael Taylor, of, Clearwater (Phillies)
11. Todd Frazier, ss/3b, Sarasota (Reds)
12. Drew Stubbs, of, Sarasota (Reds)
13. Chris Valaika, ss, Sarasota (Reds)
14. Jose Ceda, rhp, Daytona (Cubs)
15. Juan Francisco, 3b, Sarasota (Reds)
16. Taylor Green, 3b, Brevard County (Brewers)
17. Cale Iorg, ss, Lakeland (Tigers)
18. Francisco Samuel, rhp, Palm Beach (Cardinals)
19. Jonathan Lucroy, c, Brevard County (Brewers)
20. Zach McAllister, rhp, Tampa (Yankees)

In the subscriber-only write ups, all four receive plenty of praise, although Valaika and Francisco seem to get more than Frazier and Stubbs, each of whom is ranked higher.

One Red makes BA's Midwest League Top 20

Thundering Turtle — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:52:28 -0000

Coming in at No. 10, Neftali Soto. I thought he'd be higher, but there are some very strong prospects in the top 10.

BA must not be sold on Brandon Waring nor any of the Dayton pitchers.

1. Mike Moustakas, 3b/ss, Burlington (Royals)
2. Neftali Feliz, rhp, Clinton (Rangers)
3. Jarrod Parker, rhp, South Bend (Diamondbacks)
4. Ben Revere, of, Beloit (Twins)
5. Brett Wallace, 3b, Quad Cities (Cardinals)
6. Engel Beltre, of, Clinton (Rangers)
7. Andrew Lambo, of, Great Lakes (Dodgers)
8. Philippe Aumont, rhp, Wisconsin (Mariners)
9. Derek Holland, lhp, Clinton (Rangers)
10. Neftali Soto, 3b, Dayton (Reds)
11. Danny Duffy, lhp, Burlington (Royals)
12. Craig Italiano, rhp, Kane County (Athletics)
13. Jordan Walden, rhp, Cedar Rapids (Angels)
14. Justin Jackson, ss, Lansing (Blue Jays)
15. Pete Kozma, ss, Quad Cities (Cardinals)
16. Corey Brown, of, Kane County (Athletics)
17. Juan Ramirez, rhp, Wisconsin (Mariners)
18. Danny Gutierrez, rhp, Burlington (Royals)
19. Kevin Ahrens, 3b, Lansing (Blue Jays)
20. Trevor Reckling, lhp, Cedar Rapids (Angels)

No Reds in Pioneer League Top 20

Thundering Turtle — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:19:41 -0000

Interesting. The Reds had no one in Baseball America's GCL Top 20, nor in the Pioneer League Top 20. That doesn't say much for the depth of the Reds 2008 draft.

Billings, led by Alex Buchholz's .396 average, had five players hit better than .300, yet none made the list. The pitching staff had virtually no one to remotely consider. Neftali Soto spent much more time in the Midwest League, so I assume he'll be a top prospect there. Here is BA's Pioneer League Top 20:

1. Wilin Rosario, c, Casper (Rockies)
2. Cutter Dykstra, of, Helena (Brewers)
3. Will Smith, lhp, Orem (Angels)
4. Devaris Gordon, ss, Ogden (Dodgers)
5. Luis Jimenez, 3b, Orem (Angels)
6. Delta Cleary, of, Casper (Rockies)
7. Bryan Shaw, rhp, Missoula (Diamondbacks)
8. Trevor Harden, rhp, Missoula (Diamondbacks)
9. Dexter Carter, rhp, Great Falls (White Sox)
10. Kyle Russell, of, Ogden (Dodgers)
11. Pedro Baez, 3b, Ogden (Dodgers)
12. Jose Perez, rhp, Orem (Angels)
13. Efrain Nieves, lhp, Helena (Brewers)
14. Rossmel Perez, c, Missoula (Diamondbacks)
15. Angel Castillo, of, Orem (Angels)
16. Wily Peralta, rhp, Helena (Brewers)
17. Erik Komatsu, of, Helena (Brewers)
18. Dan Hudson, rhp, Great Falls (White Sox)
19. Tony Delmonico, 2b, Ogden (Dodgers)
20. Michael Kohn, rhp, Orem (Angels)

No Reds in the GCL Top 20.

Thundering Turtle — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:09:20 -0000

I would have thought Evan Hildenbrandt to be a lock for Baseball America's top 20 and Alexis Oliveras to have an outside chance. Here is the list, which is free to the public. The scouting reports are subscriber only:

1. Aaron Hicks, of, Twins
2. Kyle Skipworth, c, Marlins
3. Jefry Marte, 3b, Mets
4. Jason Knapp, rhp, Phillies
5. Michael Almanzar, 3b, Red Sox
6. Casey Kelly, ss/rhp, Red Sox
7. Sebastian Valle, c, Phillies
8. Zach Collier, of, Phillies
9. Jack McGeary, lhp, Nationals
10. Abner Abreu, 3b, Indians
11. Arodys Vizcaino, rhp, Yankees
12. Cesar Puello, of, Mets
13. Anthony Hewitt, 3b, Phillies
14. Esmailyn Gonzalez, ss, Nationals
15. L.J. Hoes, 2b, Orioles
16. Isaac Galloway, of, Marlins
17. Zeke Spruill, rhp, Braves
18. Destin Hood, of, Nationals
19. Derrik Gibson, 3b, Red Sox
20. Jarek Cunningham, 3b/ss, Pirates

The 2008 Draft. How they performed.

Thundering Turtle — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 23:09:48 -0000

A review of the 2008 draft might make an interesting draft day topic with seasons ending. The Reds had a mixed bag of results, although short-season performances have to be taken with a grain of salt. Here’s a look:

1. Yonder Alonso-1B-Miami

0-2-.235 .333 .294 in 17 AB at Sarasota.

Signed at the last minute. Can’t really tell much from this.

3. Zach Stewart-RHP-Texas Tech

Dayton: 1-2 0.55 ERA. 3 SV. 16.1 IP, 10 H. 13 K, 3 BB. 0.80 WHIP, .175 BAA.

Sarasota: 0-2 1.72 ERA. 2 SV. 15.2 IP, 15 H. 22 K 10 BB. 1.60 WHIP .259 BAA.

Impressive debut. Had some rough spots but much more good than bad. Appears as if he can move quickly through the organization.

4. Tyler Cline-RHP_Cass HS

GCL: 0-3 9.72 ERA. 5 G, 5 GS. 8.1 IP, 11 H. 10 K, 7 BB. 2.16 WHIP. .314 BAA

Rough debut, but very small sample size.

5. Clayton Shunick-RHP-N.C. State

Billings: 1-4 8.45 ERA. 10 G, 10 GS. 38.1 IP, 54 H, 38 K, 7 BB. 1.59 WHIP. .321 BAA.

Here’s hoping he was just tired from a heavy college load, because this was a terrible rookie season. The H:IP ratio was horrendous.

6. Alex Buchholz-2B-Delaware.

Billings: 3-25-.409 .480 .636. 3-3 SB.

Very impressive debut, much more in line with his 2007 season at Delaware, rather than his disappointing 2008. He has to be the POY among Reds 2008 draftees among position players.

7. Pedro Villarreal-RHP-Howard JC

GCL: 0-1 7.71 ERA. 2.1 IP, 6 H. 3 K, 2 BB. 3.43 WHIP. .4000 BAA.

Far too small a sample size to learn much.

8. Cody Puckett-SS-Cal State Dominguez Hills

GCL 2-10-.269 .372 .373. 6-7 SB

Billings: 6-19-.314 .421 .552. 2-6 SB

Sarasota: 7 Abs, all zeros.

Pretty good debut. He’ll be interesting to follow.

9. David Sappelt-OF-Coastal Carolina.

Billings: 7-33-.304 .359 .509. 6-9 SB.

I liked this pick a when it was made and Sappelt didn’t disappoint. The kid might have a future.

10. Sean Conner-OF-Palm Beach CC

GCL 3-19-.218 .309 .352. 2-3 SB.

Not much to see here.

11. Andrew Means-OF-Indiana

Billings: 3-16-.231 .271 .363. 6-6 SB

The Hoosier WR showed flashes.

12. Kyle Day-C-Michigan State.

1-10-.269 .369 .404.

Not bad. So many catchers don’t hit a lick for a couple of years. Day did OK.

13. Blaine Howell-LHP-Pensacola JC

GCL: 1-0 1.59. 11.1 IP 11 H. 16 K, 5 BB. 1.41 WHIP. .244 BAA

Sarasota: 0-0 0.00. 2 IP 1 H, 1K, 1 BB. 1.00 Whip .143 BAA.

I really like this guy and am surprised the Reds got him to sign. Solid debut.

14. Lance Janke-RHP-San Diego Christian

Billings: 3-2 5.57. 10 G, 10 GS. 42 IP, 51 H. 31 K, 10 BB. 1.45 WHIP. .293 BAA.

Unimpressive numbers all around.

17. Frank Pfister-3B-Emory

GCL: 0-14-.236 .281 .293. 0-1 SB.

Not much to get excited about.

18. Chris McMurray-C-Cal Santa Barbara

Billings: 0-12-.229 .308 .271

Well, somebody has to catch.

19. Mace Thurman-LHP-Baylor

Billings: 1-0 0.54. 16.2 IP, 8 H. 18 K, 4 BB. 0.72 WHIP. .143 BAA.

Dayton: 1-0 5.40. 16.2 IP, 12 H. 27 K, 10 BB. 1.32 WHIP, .197 BAA

Very impressive, particularly the H:IP ratios and K numbers.

20. Tyler Stovall-OF-Central Michigan

Billings: 1-15-.348 .406 .478. 2-3 SB.

Really nice performance in 138 AB. Could be a sleeper, as he was a player who was better in college in 2007 than in 2008.

21. Theo Bowe-OF-Milford HS.

GCL: 0-6-.200 .288 .238. 6-6 SB.

Can run, but still has a lot of football player in him.

22. Byron Wiley-OF-Kansas State

Billings: 5-33-.331 .418 .638. 2-3 SB.

Another guy who was great in 2007 and terrible in 2008 in college. Adjusted to pro ball well. Has some talent. Could be a sleeper.

23. Will Hudgens-RHP-Memphis

Billings: 3-0 10.45. 10.1 IP, 14 H. 7 K, 2 BB. 1.55 WHIP. .326 BAA.

Hey, he went 3-0! That’s what matters isn’t it? Isn’t it. Maybe the Memphis QB should stick to throwing footballs.

24. Enrique Garcia-RHP-Miami.

Billings: 3-1, 5.72. 9 G, 4 GS. 28.1 IP, 35 H, 20 K, 16 BB. 1.80 WHIP, .345 BAA.

Hey, he went 3-0! Oh, never mind.

25. Raul Rodriguez-RHP-Simi Valley HS

GCL: 0-0 1.04. 8 G, 0 GS. 8.2 IP, 8 H. 4 K, 4 BB, 1.38 WHIP, .242 BAA.

Small sample, but a nice start for the youngster.

26. Mike Bohana-RHP-Kennesaw State

GCL: 0-4 4.35 ERA. 1 SV. 10.1 IP, 14 H. 10 K, 4 BB. 1.74 WHIP. .326 BAA

Billings: 0-0 3.29. 2 SV. 13.2 IP, 17 H. 17 K, 3 BB. 1.46 WHIP. .298 BAA.

Not much to get excited about.

27. Matt Stiffler-OF-Ohio.

Billings: 1-13-.224 .359 .341. 2-5 SB.

A RR favorite because of his name, not because of his stats.

30. Juan Carlos Sulbaran-RHP-American Heritage HS.

Signed late for $500,000 and did not play. Excellent signing by the Reds. I never thought they’d sign him away from the University of Florida.

32. Justin Freeman-RHP-Kennesaw State

Billings: 1-2 4.26 ERA. 15 G. 38 IP, 41 H. 42 K, 8 BB. 1.29 ERA. .275 BAA.

Mixed bag at best.

34. Bryan Gardner-LHP-Ithaca

GCL: 0-1 4.50 ERA. 18 G. 1 SV. 22 IP, 22 H. 25 K, 11 BB. 1.50 WHIP. .262 BAA.

OK.

35. Matt Fairel-LHP –Florida State.

DNP.

37. Randall Linebaugh-RHP-Baylor.

Billings: 1-2 2.45 ERA. 17 G. 18.1 IP, 16 H. 25 K, 6 BB. 1.20 WHIP. .239 ERA.

Fine debut. IF baseball doesn’t work out, a career in conservative talk radio might.

39. Mike Konstanty-1B-Albany.

Billings: 10-40-.268 .349 .525.

Clout or an out guy. Had a whopping 49 Ks in 183 AB.

41. Justin Walker-LHP-Lamar

GCL: 0-0 3.38 ERA. 2.2 IP, 5 H. 1 K, 2 BB.

Didn’t plitch enough to get a read on.

44. Kevin Coddington-C-Illinois-Chicago

GCL: 0-7-.275 .362 .333.

Also went 3-for-5 in one game at Billings. Was a nice value pick.

47. David Torcise-LHP-South Florida.

GCL: 1-0 1.48 ERA. 24.1 IP, 19 H. 10 K, 5 BB. 0.99 WHIP .221 BAA.

Very nice debut.

Eight Reds on Arizona Fall League roster.

Thundering Turtle — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:33:50 -0000

The Reds are sending eight players to the Peoria Javelinas of the Arizona Fall League, which plays in October and November. The players are:

Charles Fisher-RHP-Louisville

Robert Manuel-RHP-Chattanooga

Pedro Viola-LHP-Chattanooga

Sean Watson-RHP-Chattanooga

Sean Henry-IF-Chattanooga

Chris Valaika-SS-Chattanooga

Justin Turner-2B-Chattanooga

Drew Stubbs-CF-Louisville

Also going is Ted Power, who will be the team's pitching coach. Stubbs will be one of three center fielders on the team, joining Austin Jackson of the Yankees and Greg Halman of the Mariners. It will be interesting to see who gets most of the time in CF.