[BA]2005 Top 100 Prospects: 1-25
2005 Top 100 Prospects: 1-25
March 3, 2005
Baseball America's 16th annual Top 100 Prospects list reflects each
player's long-term major league value, balancing his ceiling and his
chances of maximizing his potential. Players who have not exceeded
the rookie limits of 130 at-bats and 50 innings, regardless of their
big league service time, are eligible for the list. Editor in chief
Allan Simpson, managing editor Will Lingo, executive editor Jim
Callis and assistant managing editor John Manuel put together the top
100 after consulting with general managers, scouting directors, farm
directors, scouts, managers and instructors. And yes, we analyzed
statistical performance as well. Jim Callis compiled the quotes for
each player from Baseball America staff and correspondent interviews.
Managers are identified with the teams they were with in 2004.
1. JOE MAUER, c, Twins Scouting Report
"We had some concern from the start that he was bigger than the
normal catcher. But Joe Mauer is not normal, from his mind to his
tools to his heart."
--Twins scouting director Mike Radcliff
2. FELIX HERNANDEZ, rhp, Mariners Scouting Report
"He's the best I've seen in the last three or four years, and he's
right up there with the great stuff guys I've ever seen."
--NL scout
3. DELMON YOUNG, of, Devil Rays Scouting Report
"He changes the outcome of every game with his power and his arm."
--Charleston (W.Va.) manager Ken Joyce
4. IAN STEWART, 3b, Rockies Scouting Report
"He's athletic and he's got some juice in his bat, and I like his
haircut."
--Savannah manager Bob Henley
5. JOEL GUZMAN, ss, Dodgers Scouting Report
"He's Juan Gonzalez waiting to happen."
--AL scout
6. CASEY KOTCHMAN, 1b, Angels Scouting Report
"He's such a good hitter and he's still developing. I think he'll
easily hit 30-plus homers in the majors."
--NL scout
7. SCOTT KAZMIR, lhp, Devil Rays Scouting Report
"You'll know why we traded for him when you see him pitch. He's got
outstanding stuff."
--Devil Rays general manager Chuck LaMar
8. RICKIE WEEKS, 2b, Brewers Scouting Report
"He has the tools, he's smart, he's a good person and he has the work
ethic. He's going to be outstanding."
--NL scout
9. ANDY MARTE, 3b, Braves Scouting Report
"There's nothing not to like about Andy Marte. He's an outstanding
defender with a chance to be an impact player offensively."
--Birmingham manager Razor Shines
10. HANLEY RAMIREZ, ss, Red Sox Scouting Report
"What a young talent. He makes the game look so easy."
--Fort Myers manager Jose Marzan
11. LASTINGS MILLEDGE, of, Mets Scouting Report
"He's a double threat because of his power and his ability to lead
off and make things happen on the bases."
--Greensboro manager Steve Phillips
12. DALLAS McPHERSON, 3b, Angels Scouting Report
"Every mistake we made, he made us pay for. He has an easy swing and
natural power."
--San Antonio manager Dave Brundage
13. MATT CAIN, rhp, Giants Scouting Report
"With his stuff and maturity level, you look at that package and
think front-of-the-rotation starter."
--AL scout
14. JEFF FRANCOEUR, of, Braves Scouting Report
"He has it all and his makeup is off the charts."
--AL scout
15. PRINCE FIELDER, 1b, Brewers Scouting Report
"I think he'll be a more complete hitter than his dad was, especially
if he avoids losing control of his body."
--NL scout
16. ADAM MILLER, rhp, Indians Scouting Report
"He was dirty. His fastball and slider were more than plus."
--Lakewood manager P.J. Forbes
17. JASON KUBEL, of, Twins Scouting Report
"I call him Mr. Doubles. He hits the ball low and uses all fields, so
he's going to hit a lot of doubles."
--Rochester broadcaster/former big league manager Joe
Altobelli
18. JEREMY HERMIDA, of, Marlins Scouting Report
"He's a hitter. That's a beautiful swing."
--Sarasota manager Todd Claus
19. CHAD BILLINGSLEY, rhp, Dodgers Scouting Report
"He's just a kid with an overpowering fastball and overpowering
slider. He's mature beyond his years."
--Dodgers scouting director Logan White
20. JEFF NIEMANN, rhp, Devil Rayss Scouting Report
"He's truly unique because he's got four pitches and he can use those
pitches, yet he's a power guy."
--Devil Rays general manager Chuck LaMar
21. BRIAN DOPIRAK, 1b, Cubs Scouting Report
"When the ball comes off his bat, it's like hitting a golf ball with
an aluminum bat."
--Kane County manager Dave Joppie
22. CARLOS QUENTIN, of, Diamondbacks Scouting Report
"He improved in every phase. He didn't need to improve in some."
--Diamondbacks assistant general manager Bob Miller
23. JEFF FRANCIS, lhp, Rockies Scouting Report
"His fastball seems like it's going 97, he's throwing it downhill and
does it so easy."
--Arkansas manager Tyrone Boykin
24. NICK SWISHER, of, Athletics Scouting Report
"He walks but he's not passive. He wants to hit and makes you throw
him his pitch."
--AL Scout
25. JOSE CAPELLAN, rhp, Brewers Scouting Report
"Capellan throws in the high 90s, and it is effortless."
--Chattanooga manager Jayhawk Owens
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