[BA]2005 Appalachian League Top 20
8. JOSH FLORES, of, Greeneville Astros
Age: 19 Ht: 6-0 Wt: 195 B-T: R-R Drafted/Signed: Astros '05 (4)
If the Braves had been able to sign Flores as a 24th-round pick in 2004 or as a
draft-and-follow during the spring, Danville's lineup would have had yet
another dynamic bat. Atlanta's loss was the Astros' gain, as he wreaked havoc
on the basepaths for Greeneville.
Flores gets down the line exceptionally fast for a righthanded hitter, having
been times in 3.9 seconds as an amateur. His most prominent tool is his speed,
though his hitting and power may not be far behind. Bigger than the typical
speedster, Flores may develop more power as he grows.
He can be pitched to and will have to show improvement against breaking stuff.
Flores played some center field for Greeneville, but spent most of his time in
left because his arm is below average.
“He’s got plus speed, great hitting ability, and I like the way he carries
himself for a 19-year-old,” Greeneville manager Russ Nixon said. “He’s been
a force in this league.”
AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS AVG OBP SLG
248 49 83 12 5 8 25 16 57 20 6 .335 .384 .520
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14. ELI IORG, of, Greeneville Astros
Age: 22 Ht: 6-3 Wt: 200 B-T: R-R Drafted/Signed: Astros '05 (1)
A supplemental first-round pick in June, Iorg was older than most Appy Leaguers
.He lost a year of development in 2003 while fulfilling his Mormon mission in
Argentina. But the fact that he was 22 wasn't what made him one of the league's
most fearsome hitters.
“He had great presence, a great frame and a great swing,” Kidwell said. “He
looks like he means business at the plate.”
Iorg, whose father Garth played nine years for the Blue Jays, has plus speed,
but his power will be his ticket to the big leagues. His tall, muscular frame
generates terrific bat speed, and he made consistent, hard contact against Appy
League pitching. He fits nicely in right field with good range and a strong arm.
AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS AVG OBP SLG
138 36 46 7 2 7 34 9 27 12 3 .333 .391 .565
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16. KOBY CLEMENS, 3b, Greeneville Astros
Age: 19 Ht: 5-11 Wt: 193 B-T: R-R Drafted/Signed: Astros '05 (8)
Clemens proved his selection in the eighth round and his $380,000 signing bonus
were based on more than nepotism. In his first summer as a pro, the son of
Astros ace Roger Clemens showed promising power and an advanced plan at the
plate.
“The mechanical components of his swing are sound,” Smith said. “At times,
he’s long to the ball, but he gets the bat head through the zone, which is
what matters. When he gets his pitch, he knows what do with it.”
Because Clemens has been exposed to professional baseball his entire life, his
transition to the pros went smoothly. He has a plus arm at third base, though
his speed and agility are just decent. He has the work ethic he'll need in
order to remain at the hot corner.
AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS AVG OBP SLG
111 14 33 8 0 4 17 18 26 4 0 .297 .398 .477
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19. RYAN MITCHELL, rhp, Greeneville Astros
Age: 18 Ht: 6-5 Wt: 235 B-T: R-R Drafted/Signed: Astros '05 (20)
Mitchell opened eyes in the Appalachian League with surprising command for such
a young (18) and tall (6-foot-5, 235 pounds) pitcher. He pitches consistently
at 90 mph and could add more velocity as he gets stronger. He also throws a
curveball and a changeup for strikes, but as with most young pitchers, the
latter pitch needs more work.
“He’s been a huge surprise for us,” Nixon said. “We’re excited by his
youth, his size and his performance at this level without being intimidated.
He’s got a good feel for his pitches.”
G GS W L SV ERA IP H R ER HR BB SO AVG
11 8 3 1 0 3.34 35.0 30 15 13 0 14 33 .219
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