Baseball Prospectus Baseball Prospectus Radio: You Only Think You Know Baseball Each week, Will Carroll talks baseball with notable guests from across the industry. Look for our podcast in the iTunes store! Ben Murphybmurphy@baseballprospectus.com baseball,Baseball Prospectus,prospectus,radio,Will Carroll,ESPN,ESPN950,Red Sox,Yankees,New York,Boston,sabermetrics,SABR,ball,base http://baseballprospectus.com/images/bpralbum.jpg http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio Baseball Prospectus Radio: You Only Think You Know Baseball en-usProspectus Entertainment Ventures 2009 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:26:31 PST 1 NEW Top White Sox pitching prospect Aaron Poreda talks about the development of his secondary pitches, a possible switch to the bullpen, and much more on this edition of BP Radio. Click here to read more or download the show. This edition of BP Radio focuses on the White Sox top prospects, with the top pitcher on the list: southpaw Aaron Poreda. Aaron fills Brad Wochomurka in on the progress he's made with his secondary pitches as well his work as a reliever this fall. Is it a switch he's willing to make if it gets him to the big leagues in 2009? What does he think about playing for Ozzie Guillen? And if he does make the Sox roster, what will he miss about the minor leagues? Get all of these answers and more from Aaron Poreda, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Top White Sox pitching prospect Aaron Poreda talks about the development of his secondary pitches, a possible switch to the bullpen, and much more on this edition of BP Radio. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090202.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090202.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Kevin Goldstein steps from behind the curtain to talk about Red Sox prospects with Mike Hazen in this unique edition of BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. It's a changeup for BPR, because with Will's voice gone and Brad calling basketball, KG stepped from behind the curtain to talk with the Red Sox's Director of Baseball Operations, Mike Hazen. Listen in on the conversation that ranges from Beantown to Japan, from Pawtucket to Princeton. It's a unique edition of BP Radio as we follow along with the Top 11 Prospect Lists. NEW Kevin Goldstein steps from behind the curtain to talk about Red Sox prospects with Mike Hazen in this unique edition of BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090127.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090127.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Baltimore's Director of Player Development David Stockstill breaks down the Orioles' top 11 prospects, a group that may include the top prospect in all of baseball. Click here to read more or download the show. As our Top 11 prospects series continues, we flip over to the American League and break down the best in the Orioles' farm system. Director of Player Development David Stockstill joins Brad Wochomurka and wastes no time talking about catcher Matt Wieters, who not only tops this list but may just be the best prospect in all of baseball. You'll also get the latest on the O's first-round pick in '08, lefty Brian Matusz, a pair of prospects acquired last offseason in trades (Chris Tillman and Troy Patton), and a trio of dynamic athletes Baltimore added in the draft. How soon will these young birds learn to fly? Find out on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Baltimore's Director of Player Development David Stockstill breaks down the Orioles' top 11 prospects, a group that may include the top prospect in all of baseball. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090126.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090126.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Kevin Goldstein joins Brad for a look at the Giants' top prospects, a group that may now include the best pitching prospect in the game. Click here to read more or download the show. Boasting the top pitching prospect in the minors as well as one of the best catchers and impressive Latin talent is just the start for the San Francisco Giants. BP's Kevin Goldstein joins Brad Wochomurka to talk about the best of what the Giants system has to offer. He explains why there may be no better pitching prospect than Madison Bumgarner, and how long before he and Buster Posey form one of baseball's best young batteries. Plus, what did the Giants see in 16-year-old Rafael Rodriguez that warranted $2.5 million? Get the answer and much more as we break down the Giants' top prospects, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Kevin Goldstein joins Brad for a look at the Giants' top prospects, a group that may now include the best pitching prospect in the game. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090119.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090119.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Will sits down with John Mirabelli, AGM of the Indians, as he talks about several of his prospects and how the Indians run their organization. Click here to read more or download the show. The Indians are moving ... moving up in rankings of organizations due to some trades and moving from Florida to Arizona for Spring Training. John Mirabelli joins Will Carroll to discuss some big prospects like Matt LaPorta, Carlos Santana, and Lonnie Chisenhall, as well as to talk about how to fit players into a system and the Indians holistic approach to player procurement. It's another can't-miss edition of BPR as we follow along with the Top 11 Lists. NEW Will sits down with John Mirabelli, AGM of the Indians, as he talks about several of his prospects and how the Indians run their organization. Click here to read more or download the show. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090115.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090115.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW David Laurila talks about the newest members of the Hall of Fame, those that didn't make it, and much more with Red Sox third base coach DeMarlo Hale. Click here to read more or download the show. In this edition of BP Radio, David Laurila talks with Red Sox third base coach DeMarlo Hale and gets his thoughts on Jim Rice and Rickey Henderson being elected to baseball's Hall of Fame. You'll also hear his take on some of the players that came up short yet again. In addition, DeMarlo talks about his recent interview for the managing job in Seattle, the ways in which the Boston organization has changed over time, and the biggest influences in his life. All that and much more with DeMarlo Hale - Only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW David Laurila talks about the newest members of the Hall of Fame, those that didn't make it, and much more with Red Sox third base coach DeMarlo Hale. Click here to read more or download the show. Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090114_1.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090114_1.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Inaugurate another Top 11 list as we talk with Jim Bowden and Mike Rizzo about a stimulus package of prospects the Nationals have coming.Click here to read more or download the show. As we follow along with the Top 11 lists, we hit the end of the National League in our nation's capital. Is it just a new President we're getting in DC or will it be the dawn of a new generation of Nats? Jim Bowden and Mike Rizzo have been building this organization since it moved to town. We ask if we'll see results in 2009. NEW Inaugurate another Top 11 list as we talk with Jim Bowden and Mike Rizzo about a stimulus package of prospects the Nationals have coming.Click here to read more or download the show. Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090114.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090114.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Mike Wickham, the Padres' director of minor league ops, joins Brad to talk about the top prospects in their organization, including the Padres' biggest-ever splash in the Latin American talent pool. Click here to read more or download the show. In this edition of BP Radio, Padres director of minor league pperations Mike Wickham joins Brad Wochomurka for a look at some of the top prospects in the San Diego organization. Big right-hander Mat Latos leads the way, and Mike talks about the Padres' expectations for the power pitcher following a year in which he dealt with an oblique injury. We get the latest on position players like Kellen Kulbacki, Kyle Blanks, and Jaff Decker, all of whom put up big numbers in 2008. Plus, hear why the Padres' big splash in the Latin American talent pool in 2008 may only be a sign of bigger things to come. It's all right here, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Mike Wickham, the Padres' director of minor league ops, joins Brad to talk about the top prospects in their organization, including the Padres' biggest-ever splash in the Latin American talent pool. Click here to read more or download the show. Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090109.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090109.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Cardinals VP of Scouting and Player Development Jeff Luhnow joins Brad for a look at St. Louis' top prospects - a group that includes several promising members of the 2008 draft class. Click here to read more or download the show. Our look at every organization's top prospects continues with the St. Louis Cardinals. Cards VP of Scouting and Player Development Jaff Luhnow joins Brad Wochomurka to talk about the development of top prospect Colby Rasmus as well players like Daryl Jones, Niko Vasquez, and Adam Reifer who all shot up the organizational depth chart in 2008. Plus, hear Jeff's take on the future on the Cardinals infield as well as the high hopes the Cards have for several members of the 2008 draft class. It's all right here on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Cardinals VP of Scouting and Player Development Jeff Luhnow joins Brad for a look at St. Louis' top prospects - a group that includes several promising members of the 2008 draft class. Click here to read more or download the show. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090106.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_090106.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Pirates Director of Player Development Kyle Stark joins Brad for a look at a Pittsburgh farm system that's improved dramatically in just one year. Click here to read more or download the show. After years of struggling to produce quality talent, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw the major league emergence of players like Nate McLouth and Ryan Doumit in 2008. The new front office also replenished the system with a productive draft and summer trades of Xavier Nady and Jason Bay. How do things look now? Pirates Director of Player Development Kyle Stark joins Brad Wochomurka for an in-depth look at Pittsburgh's farm system. Hear the Pirates plans for top pick Pedro Alvarez and newly acquired Jose Tabata. Plus, is Andrew McCutchen still the blue chip prospect he was a year ago? Get all these answer and more as we break down the Pirates Top 11 Prospects - Only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Pirates Director of Player Development Kyle Stark joins Brad for a look at a Pittsburgh farm system that's improved dramatically in just one year. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081229.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081229.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW The World Series champs may only be getting better. Kevin Goldstein joins Brad to talk about the top prospects in a very athletic Philadelphia farm system. Click here to read more or download the show. When you're the World Series champs, what more do you need? That's the question Brad asks BP's Kevin Goldstein as the two discuss the Top 11 prospects in the Phillies organization. Kevin talks about Philly's approach of drafting excellent athletes with raw baseball tools. Can some of those players develop into major league stars? Plus, find out if top prospect Carlos Carrasco can give the Phillies' rotation a boost at some point in 2009 and why Kyle Drabek is one again making scouts drool. The rich may only be getting richer as we discuss the bright future for the World Series Champs - Only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW The World Series champs may only be getting better. Kevin Goldstein joins Brad to talk about the top prospects in a very athletic Philadelphia farm system. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081222.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081222.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Kevin Goldstein breaks down a Mets system better known for projects than prospects as we continue following allong with the Top 11 Prospect Lists at BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. Kevin Goldstein is fresh off the road after working the Winter Meetings. Now, he tells us how the Mets, one of few teams active in Vegas, rate as far their farm system. Known more for their young international players and projects than depth, are the Mets going to get anything from their system, or is this one that's been gutted by trades and shaky drafts? Kevin gives us the breakdown on a Mets minor league system that goes to 11. NEW Kevin Goldstein breaks down a Mets system better known for projects than prospects as we continue following allong with the Top 11 Prospect Lists at BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081216.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081216.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Lorenzo Cain, one of the Brewers' top prospects, joins Brad on this edition of BP Radio, and even helps evaluate some of his fellow prospects who appear on BP's Top 11 list. Click here to read more or download the show. BP's list of the Brewers' Top 11 prospects is out, and number six on the list, Lorenzo Cain, joins Brad Wochomurka on this edition of BP Radio. Cain discusses the power spike we saw from him in 2008, as well as the improved plate discipline he displayed while facing some of the game's top pitching prospects. Then we flip the table on him and allow Lorenzo to break down some of his minor league teammates. Hear his take on some of the other top prospects on the Brewers Top 11 list, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Lorenzo Cain, one of the Brewers' top prospects, joins Brad on this edition of BP Radio, and even helps evaluate some of his fellow prospects who appear on BP's Top 11 list. Click here to read more or download the show. Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081207.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081207.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Pitcher Ethan Martin tops the list of the Dodgers' Top 11 prospects. He joins Brad to discuss his first taste of pro ball and his future on this edition of BP Radio. Click here to read more or download the show. Just months removed from high school, pitcher Ethan Martin tops this year's list of the Dodgers' Top 11 prospects by Kevin Goldstein. Martin joins Brad Wochomurka on this edition of BP Radio to talk about the auspicious start to his pro career this summer and his instructional league experience this fall. Hear how the former football star and third baseman has transitioned to being a full-time pitcher. Martin also offers his own scouting report of his stuff and shares his expectations for 2009 and beyond. Catch the top prospect in the Dodgers organization, only on BP Radio! NEW Pitcher Ethan Martin tops the list of the Dodgers' Top 11 prospects. He joins Brad to discuss his first taste of pro ball and his future on this edition of BP Radio. Click here to read more or download the show. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081204.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081204.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Houston's assistant GM Bobby Heck joins Brad for a look at the Top 11 prospects in the Astros' organization. Click here to read more or download the show. This edition of BP Radio looks at the Top 11 prospects in the Houston Astros' organization as Bobby Heck, their assistant GM (scouting), joins Brad Wochomurka. Bobby discusses Houston's pick of catcher Jason Castro 10th overall in this year's draft, a selection that surprised some people. How do the Astros view young prospects with tons of raw talent like Jordan Lyles, Ross Seaton, and Jay Austin? Plus, hear how Bobby honed his craft in Milwaukee working under new Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik. Don't miss another look at some of the game's best prospects, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Houston's assistant GM Bobby Heck joins Brad for a look at the Top 11 prospects in the Astros' organization. Click here to read more or download the show. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081125.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081125.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Brad breaks down the Florida Marlins' Top 11 prospects with the man who drew up the list: BP's Kevin Goldstein. Click here to read more or download the show. BP Radio continues its look at the top prospects in baseball with the Florida Marlins, a team where today's top prospects are never far away from being tomorrow's regulars. BP's Kevin Goldstein talks about the biggest fish in Florida's pond with Brad Wochomurka. Can Cameron Maybin overcome strikeouts to become the star many project him to be? How do a pair of break-out 19-year-olds in Michael Stanton and Matt Dominguez project as they get closer to the big leagues? And did the Marlins trade last year's closer to the Cubs for this year's stopper in Jose Ceda? Get all these answers and more, only on BP Radio! NEW Brad breaks down the Florida Marlins' Top 11 prospects with the man who drew up the list: BP's Kevin Goldstein. Click here to read more or download the show. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081120.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081120.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW We check in with Rockies prospect Casey Weathers as we continue to follow along the Top 11 prospect lists on BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. As we continue following Kevin Goldstein's lists of each team's Top 11 Prospects, we talk with Casey Weathers of the Colorado Rockies. Unlike most other noteworthy prospects, Weathers won't be playing next year after Tommy John surgery, but he's still one to watch as the Rockies build for the future. Hear about his rehab, some of his teammates, and his amazing 2008 that went from Tulsa to Beijing. It's Casey Weathers and the Colorado Rockies on this edition of BPR. NEW We check in with Rockies prospect Casey Weathers as we continue to follow along the Top 11 prospect lists on BPR. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081117.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081117.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Brad discusses the top prospects in the Reds' farm system with Terry Reynolds, Cincinnati's director of player development. Click here to read more or download the show. Our look at baseball's top prospects continues as we discuss the best the Reds have to offer. Brad Wochomurka talks about Cincinnati's best young players with Reds director of player development Terry Reynolds. Hear about the Reds' plans for prospects like Yonder Alonso and Todd Frazier--guys that may have to switch positions before arriving in Cincinnati. Reynolds discusses the development of the raw, but talented, young Latin duo of Juan Duran and Yorman Rodriguez. Plus, with a system top-heavy in hitters, who are the pitchers to keep an eye on? All this and more as we discuss the best of the Reds farm system, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio! NEW Brad discusses the top prospects in the Reds' farm system with Terry Reynolds, Cincinnati's director of player development. Click here to read more or download the show. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081113.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081113.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Brad sits down with Oneri Fleita, the Cubs' VP of player personnel, as we follow along with the Cubs' Top 11 prospects. Click here to read more or download the show. As we continue to follow along with Kevin Goldstein's lists of each organization's Top 11 Prospects, Brad checks in on the Cubs system with Oneri Fleita, the Cubs' vice president of player personnel. Fleita talks about some names you know and also some players you might know soon, so don't miss out as BPR digs into the Cubs' farm system. NEW Brad sits down with Oneri Fleita, the Cubs' VP of player personnel, as we follow along with the Cubs' Top 11 prospects. Click here to read more or download the show. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081111.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081111.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Atlanta's #1 prospect, Jason Heyward, and Kevin Goldstein talk about the Braves system and the next wave of Braves. Click here to read more or download the show. As we continue following the Top 11 Prospect Lists, we head to Atlanta, where big young hitter Jason Heyward is ranked as the organization's best prospect. He stops by to talk about what got him to the top of the list, and where he's headed next. Then Kevin Goldstein chimes in to talk about the rest of the Braves system, and where they're headed in 2009 and beyond. It's BP Radio, taking it to 11. NEW Atlanta's #1 prospect, Jason Heyward, and Kevin Goldstein talk about the Braves system and the next wave of Braves. Click here to read more or download the show. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081107_1.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081107_1.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Bob Costas takes the time to sit down with Will Carroll for a conversation that ranges from Jackie Robinson to Barry Bonds, from Mickey Mantle to Meat Loaf. Carroll and Costas on BP Radio.Click here to read more or download the show. If you've watched sports in the last twenty-five years, you know who Bob Costas is. Bob sits down with Will to talk about the place of baseball in the American psyche, from Jackie Robinson to Mickey Mantle to Barry Bonds. Costas has a unique perspective reaching from coming up with the classic Cards and Yankees to today's global era. Join us for a special BPR with one of the biggest names in sports, Bob Costas. NEW Bob Costas takes the time to sit down with Will Carroll for a conversation that ranges from Jackie Robinson to Barry Bonds, from Mickey Mantle to Meat Loaf. Carroll and Costas on BP Radio.Click here to read more or download the show. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081106.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081106.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr NEW Evan Frey is #7 on Arizona's Top 11 Prospects list. Hear what helped this former 10th-round pick make it to the Top 11. Click here to read more or download the show. As Kevin Goldstein starts pumping out Top 11 Prospects lists, BPR is going to be following along. We'll be talking to some of the prospects, scouting directors, and others to help you understand what goes into being, finding, and developing these prospects. We start with Arizona's Evan Frey, the organization's #7 prospect. Hear what got this 10th-round pick into a Top 11 list, and the former outfielder he credits for improving his defense. NEW Evan Frey is #7 on Arizona's Top 11 Prospects list. Hear what helped this former 10th-round pick make it to the Top 11. Click here to read more or download the show. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081103.mp3 http://www.baseballprospectus.com/radio/audio/bpr_081103.mp3 baseball,prospectus,will,carroll,radio,sabermetrics,sabr no