Prospects Month is in full swing and we're already up to our 25th best prospect in the farm system, Gosuke Katoh
Here is the write up from Kyle McDaniel on Katoh:
Gosuke Katoh, 2B Video: Katoh was seen as an advanced lefty bat out of high school and early in pro ball, but really struggled in his first full season. He went in the 2nd round in 2013 as a plus runner that’s at least average at second base, has average raw power and advanced feel to hit, so the tools are still here for an everyday guy if the offensive numbers tick up next year. Yankees’ player development saw some progress in the 2nd half on 2014 and don’t seem too concerned that this will become an ongoing offensive struggle.
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25. Gosuke Katoh
26. Chasen Shreve
27. Taylor Dugas
28. Johnny Barbato
Oh what a fall from grace for poor Gosuke. Last year I considered this guy a top 20 prospect. He's still young though. Let's hope he comes back this year.
ReplyDeleteWell he lost almost all his power and didn't absolutely tear the cover off the ball anymore. It happens, he never was the player he was last year and probably never will be again.
DeleteThat's not to say he cant be good/great.