Bend it Like the Beckhams
-Dexter Sports
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For these brothers, it's been quite a ride. One was coveted as the best prospect in the 2008 draft, and looks to be the future shortstop for the Tampa Rays after four years of high school. For the other, after three years at Georgia Southern, and being drafted in the 17th round by the same team, an older brother is just trying to prove himself as a major league caliber talent.
For now, both Jeremy and Tim Beckham are more than just teammates, they are a double play tandem, and a force up the middle. And Jeremy has been a bit of a surprise, hitting .279 with a .404 on base percentage. And though he is struggling just a bit, his defense has been strong. He has been able to make great pivot moves to turn the double play. A pleasant surprise I would say.
For Tim, it has been a bit of a transition, that seems to be on the upswing. in 16 games, he is hitting a measly .203 with only one double and 3 RBIs, but his swing is coming around. From what I read, it seems that he is finally settling in to professional pitching. Having his brother there with him will be a bit of a comfort, and I can only see things getting better for him.
Other Prospect Notes:
9:05 AM
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For these brothers, it's been quite a ride. One was coveted as the best prospect in the 2008 draft, and looks to be the future shortstop for the Tampa Rays after four years of high school. For the other, after three years at Georgia Southern, and being drafted in the 17th round by the same team, an older brother is just trying to prove himself as a major league caliber talent.
For now, both Jeremy and Tim Beckham are more than just teammates, they are a double play tandem, and a force up the middle. And Jeremy has been a bit of a surprise, hitting .279 with a .404 on base percentage. And though he is struggling just a bit, his defense has been strong. He has been able to make great pivot moves to turn the double play. A pleasant surprise I would say.
For Tim, it has been a bit of a transition, that seems to be on the upswing. in 16 games, he is hitting a measly .203 with only one double and 3 RBIs, but his swing is coming around. From what I read, it seems that he is finally settling in to professional pitching. Having his brother there with him will be a bit of a comfort, and I can only see things getting better for him.
Other Prospect Notes:
- So it wasn't a Josh Hamilton performance, but it was close. Check out this video from the eastern league home run derby. Mr. Travis Snider of the Blue Jays absolutely killed the ball. So, him and David Cooper in the lineup by 2009? I wouldn't completely think it was impossible.
- The Baseball America Prospects Blog takes a look at the bad luck of USA Baseball.
- Twins Supplementary Round Pick, Shooter Hunt has been pretty impressive in the Appalachian League . He gave up his first runs of his professional career in his 3rd start. Originally I thought Hunt would be picked in the 10-15 area of the draft.
