A Critical Look at the Phillies Organization and Minor League Baseball
Name: Alex McFarlanePosition: RHPBorn: June 9, 2001Country: U.S. Virgin IslandBats/Throws: R/RHeight/Weight: 6’4″ 205lbsHow Acquired: Drafted in the 4th Round of the 2022 Draft by the PhilliesSigned: August 1, 2022Bonus: $575,000Options Remaining: 3Rule 5 Eligible: 2025MiLB Free Agency: 2028 Articles Stats Rankings Stats Pitcher Statcast *Statcast data only available for FSL (2021-2023), AAA (2023), and isolated select games and locations. Pitch Type Year … Read more
It is once again list season, a time and activity that brings me excitement and stress. Ultimately the list allows me to consolidate thoughts on a one year check in on the players in the system. The actual numbers help in identifying value and justifying that value. I don’t do OFPs or Future Values, but … Read more
It is once again list season, a time and activity that brings me excitement and stress. Ultimately the list allows me to consolidate thoughts on a one year check in on the players in the system. The actual numbers help in identifying value and justifying that value. I don’t do OFPs or Future Values, but … Read more
The Phillies concentrated the 2022 draft class and their international pitching in Clearwater to open the year. The result was one of the best performing teams in the minors. After injuries and promotions, Jean Cabrera and Estibenzon Jimenez formed the core of the rotation into the postseason. This section involves those arms, their opening day … Read more
Original Post You can access and download a PDF version of the list here – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xggr9H2CX7bH4YPW45coe5fuzqcvwBY7/view?usp=share_link Another year, another list. After an unexpected run through the postseason to the World Series, the way Phillies prospects viewed changes dramatically. No longer are prospects the future of the franchise on which hopes and dreams are solely placed. … Read more
The week between the draft signing deadline and the trade deadline is a good time to take stock of the system, see where players now stand, and also look at how they fit into the deadline conversation. The Phillies system this year lacks obvious players to shop, and it lacks the depth to make a … Read more
You can access and download a PDF version of the list here – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xggr9H2CX7bH4YPW45coe5fuzqcvwBY7/view?usp=share_link Another year, another list. After an unexpected run through the postseason to the World Series, the way Phillies prospects viewed changes dramatically. No longer are prospects the future of the franchise on which hopes and dreams are solely placed. They are … Read more
The Phillies system has a clear number 1 prospect, and for me a clear 2 and 3, followed by prospects 4, 5, and 6. There are some that disagree with the 3-6 order, but the top 6 are likely to universally be the top 6 on all lists. The gap to this group is a … Read more
In the 4th round the Phillies took a very Phillies type pitcher in 6’4″ RHP Alex McFarlane out of Miami (Fl). McFarlane has… Athleticism High end velocity (95-96 T99) High spin fastball (though it seems it isn’t the ride shape they have prioritized, according to Fangraphs) Plus slider Poor control It isn’t quite the Griff … Read more
The draft is now locked into 20 rounds. The Phillies do not have their 2nd round pick due to signing Nick Castellanos. Draft Tracker Draft Spreadsheet Day 1: Round 1 (17) – Justin Crawford, OF, Bishop Gorman HS (LV) Day 2: Round 3 (93) – Gabriel Rincones Jr., OF, Florida Atlantic Round 4 (122) – … Read more