Episode 175: Mailbag—Low Level Prospects Making Noise

Ben and Carlos talk about their impressions of the ABS system in the majors and then crack open the mailbag. The two take a questions about comparing recent top tier college prospects, Elian Pena skipping the FCL, DSL names we’re excited about, bonus pool logistics in the draft and why the first overall pick and other players take underslot deals as well as questions about A’s outfielder Breyson Guedez and Blue Jays prospects JoJo Parker and Juan Sanchez.

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Time Stamps:

• (0:00) Initial ABS talk
• (8:00) How would you compare Henry Davis, Joey Bart & Vahn Lackey?
• (15:30) Are you surprised Elian Pena is skipping the FCL?
• (18:30) Who are some DSL names you’re excited to see this summer?
• (24:00) Could you explain how bonus pool money works and why players take underslot deals?
• (32:00) Thoughts on A’s outfielder Breyson Guedez?
• (35:00) What’s the chatter on Blue Jays prospects JoJo Parker and Juan Sanchez?

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