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Born:
March 10, 1984
New York, NY
Height:
6-4
Weight:
227
Bats:
Right
Throws:
Right
Drafted:
3rd round, 2006; 8th round, 2005 by FLA
How
Acquired: Draft
College: North Carolina State
High
School: Archbishop Mitty HS (CA)
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Links
Baseball Prospectus - Aaron Bates Q&A
The
Ladder 5.13.09
Fire Brand Q&A (August 2009)
2010 Prospect Preview |
Released (March 2011)
Scouting Report:
Slugger with high
power potential - won the Cape Cod League home run hitting contest in
2005. Demonstrated power potential at lower levels in 2006 and 2007, but
has not carried it to higher levels since. Has maintained strength, but
has struggled with making consistent contact and elevating the ball
since reaching Double-A. Altered his mechanics prior to the 2009 season
by shortening his swing and eliminating his leg kick timing step,
resulting in more balance and a better ability to turn on the ball.
Possesses above-average plate discipline and generally shows a selective
approach at the plate and an ability to work counts, but can struggle
with breaking balls and sometimes reaches for balls outside of the zone.
Hits well to the opposite field. Average range and quickness at first
base. Good glove, very strong fundamentally - plays smart in the field.
Excellent at picking balls in the dirt and grabbing errant throws.
Worked a lot in the outfield at the start of the 2009 season, but likely
won't stick there long-term. Hard worker with a professional demeanor,
well-liked and respected by his teammates. Prepares well mentally and
physically for each game. |
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