By: Rich Douglas
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Top Prospect
Trevor Bauer - The enigmatic right handed pitcher out of UCLA is already with his second organization due to signs of his makeup has all the talent in the world to become a surefire ace. Unfortunately for Bauer, things have not gone to plan since he was considered by most as the top prospect in the 2011 draft. At just 22 years old, he has plenty of time to develop, and a change of scenery may be what's best for him. Bauer features a mid 90s fastball that can touch 98 with a curveball that is among the best in the minors. The power thrower also mixes in a slider, splitter, and changeup to finish off his repertoire. He is pretty much a lock to become a formidable back of the rotation starter, but his talent provides much more than that. Bauer needs to polish up his secondary pitches and work on his command in order to become a #1 or #2 starter.
Top Hitter
Francisco Lindor - The 19 year old shortstop possesses 4 of the tools as he has a lack of power. That being said, Lindor is a very well rounded offensive player and is already advanced defensively. The switch hitter has excellent plate discipline and has shown that he can recognize advanced pitching with a walk rate that nearly eclipses his K rate. His good speed gives him excellent range at SS and his power arm is an asset defensively. Lindor could certainly develop into a solid big league leadoff man and should progress nicely throughout the minors. Becoming the 2015 opening day leadoff man isn't out of the realm of possibility.
Bronze Medal
Dorssys Paulino - The Indians have an embarrassment of riches at SS. At only 18 years old, Paulino arguably has a higher ceiling that his counterpart Lindor, but he needs to polish on some aspects of his game. At just 18 years old and a road block of shortstops in front of him, he should have plenty of time to develop. Paulino has an aggressive approach to the plate and has shown flashes of being a real home run hitting threat. His batspeed is very good and once he fills in he could possibly become a 20 home run hitter. He has very good speed, good range, and a cannon for an arm. His only knock is his plate discipline, but that could be corrected as he is still 18 years old.
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