Padres Farm System

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Prospects: 53/40 = $2.6M in fees

C Austin Hedges SDP (AA) 8/18/92
C Cameron Gallagher KCR (A+) 12/6/92
C Jose Briceno COL (A) 9/19/92
C Jose Herrera ARI (DSL) 2/24/97

1B Cord Sandberg PHI (ROK) 1/2/95
1B Jonas Lantigua SDP (DSL) 12/15/94

2B Micah Johnson CWS (AA) 12/18/90
2B Ryan Rua TEX (AA) 3/11/90
2B Alex Yarbrough LAA (AA) 8/3/91

3B Cheslor Cuthbert KCR (AA) 11/16/92
3B Michael Almanzar BAL (AA) 12/2/90
3B Miguel Andujar NYY (A) 3/2/95
3B Samir Duenez KCR (A) 6/11/96
3B Carlos Belen SDP (ROK) 2/28/96
3B Rafael Devers BOS (DSL) 10/24/96

SS Luis Sardinas TEX (AA) 5/16/93
SS Jace Peterson SDP (AA) 5/9/90
SS Jose Peraza ATL (A+) 4/30/94
SS Dorssys Paulino CLE (A) 11/21/94
SS Roman Quinn PHI (A) 5/14/93
SS Abiatal Avelino NYY (A) 2/14/95
SS Jose Munoz ARI (ROK) 12/28/93
SS Gleyber Torres CHC 12/3/96

OF Yeison Asencio SDP (AA) 11/14/89
OF Tyler Austin NYY (AA) 9/6/91
OF Travis Jankowski SDP (AA) 6/15/91
OF Drew Vettleson TBR (AA) 7/19/91
OF Willy Garcia PIT (AA) 9/4/92
OF Jesse Winker CIN (A+) 8/17/93
OF Andrew Toles TBR (A+) 5/24/92
OF Phillip Ervin CIN (A) 7/17/92
OF Jordan Paroubeck SDP (ROK) 11/2/94
OF Ronaldo Contreras SDP (DSL) 7/15/96
OF Eloy Jimenez CHC 11/27/96

LHP Enny Romero TBR (AAA) 1/24/91
LHP Jose De Paula SFG (AAA) 3/4/88
LHP Victor Payano TEX (A+) 10/17/92
LHP Tom Windle LAD (A+) 3/10/92
LHP Jose Castillo TBR (GCL) 1/10/96
LHP Jose Medina NYM (DSL) 8/25/96

RHP Matt Andriese TBR (AAA) 8/28/89
RHP Roman Mendez TEX (AAA) 7/25/90
RHP Carson Smith SEA (AAA) 10/19/89
RHP Jake Barrett ARI (AA) 7/22/91
RHP Joe Wieland SDP (AA) 1/21/90
RHP Matt Wisler SDP (AA) 9/12/92
RHP Corey Knebel DET (AA) 11/26/91
RHP Adys Portillo SDP (AA) 12/20/91
RHP Zach Eflin SDP (A+) 4/8/94
RHP Tyler Glasnow PIT (A+) 8/23/93
RHP Mauricio Cabrera ATL (A+) 9/22/93
RHP Sal Romano CIN (A) 10/12/93
RHP Walker Weickel SDP (A) 11/14/93

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MLB AB and IP updated for minor league system entering 2014 season:

LHP Enny Romero (4.2 IP)

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PADRES TOP PROSPECTS

1. Austin Hedges, C

Scouting Report: Hedges impressed the Padres by launching home runs during batting practice at Petco Park the summer after he signed. While he has strength and explosiveness to his swing, his ticket to the All-Star Game will be equal parts power and defensive prowess. Strong technique and abundant confidence are apparent in the way he sets targets for his pitchers, receives the ball and shifts his feet while blocking balls in the dirt or firing missiles to second base. He records consistent 1.8-second pop times and has thrown out more than one-third of basestealers in each of the past two seasons. His plus arm plays up due to accuracy and a quick release. Being ahead of the curve defensively has allowed Hedges to study the art of game-calling and refine his hitting technique at a stage where most catchers are grinding through fundamentals. Scouts almost uniformly view Hedges as a good bet to hit and an even better one to deliver extra-base power. He strikes the ball with a quick, balanced swing, hitting enough line drives to keep his average in the black while not striking out excessively. Hedges can pull the ball for power, but he’s most effective against all pitch types when using the whole field. An energetic presence on the field, Hedges has a durable frame, though he won’t beat out many infield hits with below-average speed.

The Future: The Padres have Hedges on the express train to San Diego, and when he reaches his destination they envision him as a first-division catcher who can affect the game on both sides of the ball. He made quick work of Class A, then spent his offseason in the Arizona Fall League, where he threw out 12 of 22 basestealers, and he will begin his age-21 season back at Double-A. Despite the defensive demands of his position, he may not require much more than another season of development before he’s ready for the big leagues, putting him on target for a 2015 arrival.

2. Tyler Glasnow, RHP

Scouting Report: Exceptionally raw when he signed, Glasnow made significant progress in 2013 harnessing his big, athletic body and delivery. He pitches off a plus fastball that reaches 97-99 mph at times but normally sits in the 93-95 range. When he threw strikes with the heater, he overpowered SAL hitters. He also can induce empty swings with his inconsistent but at times plus curve in the upper 70s, which for now is a chase pitch he throws out of the zone. He made progress finding a comfortable changeup grip as the season progressed and used the pitch more, locating it better than his curve. At his size, Glasnow still has trouble keeping his delivery together and overthrows at times, costing him control.

The Future: Glasnow will need time to develop, which the Pirates plan to give him. He’ll start 2014 at high Class A Bradenton. When his control improves, Glasnow will move quickly.

3. Matt Wisler, RHP

Scouting Report: Wisler pounds both sides of the plate with a 92-93 mph heater that features plus life and solid sinking action. He can dial his fastball up to 95 mph when he needs it, though he just as effectively deploys an assortment of quality secondary pitches, including a low-80s slider that grades as plus. Just when opposing hitters begin looking for the hard stuff, Wisler will drop in an average changeup or, later in the game, a fringy mid-70s curveball. With a career walk rate of 2.3 per nine innings, he shows exceptional control for a young power pitcher, and for the second straight season he decimated righthanded batters, striking out one-third of the 279 he faced and holding them to a .184 average. He’ll need to tighten his secondary pitches to combat lefties, who made considerably more contact while hitting .254 and slugging .421.

The Future: Wisler’s mental toughness, competitive streak and poise put him on the fast track, and the Padres won’t back off now that he’s ready for Triple-A. Wisler has No. 2 starter upside and might be a callup candidate to San Diego in the second half.

4. Phillip Ervin, OF

Scouting Report: Ervin may not have a plus-plus tool, but his scouting report has plenty of 60s on the 20-80 scale. He’s an above-average hitter thanks to a simple short stroke that allows him to square up pitches consistently. He has 60 raw power and is translating that into productive power already. He’s a 60 runner when healthy. Ervin has battled minor injuries since high school, starting with a knee injury as a prep senior. He’s had hand and hamstring injuries (summer after freshman year), a sprained ankle (junior year) and a wrist injury that cut his pro debut short. He has enough speed to play center, but his routes aren’t ideal. He has plenty of arm (he was clocked at 92 mph off the mound at Samford) to play right.

The Future: Ervin was one of the safer bats in the 2013 draft. He may lack star potential, but he should advance quickly. High Class A Bakersfield is a likely starting point, but he could reach Double-A Pensacola in 2014.

5. Jesse Winker, OF

Scouting Report: Winker is a pure hitter with a short, simple stroke. He’s toned down what was once a picturesque, one-handed, high finish to a more conventional two-handed finish. He projects as a potential plus hitter with plus power. Winker works counts into his favor and uses the whole field. He pulled 10 of his 16 home runs, but hit four the other way and two to straight center field. His modest athleticism, below-average speed, range and arm strength limits him to left field defensively and he projects as likely below-average there.

The Future: In a different organization, Winker would potentially end up as a first baseman, but with Joey Votto in Cincinnati, he’ll stay in left. Scouts are sold on Winker’s hitting ability but question about how athletic he’ll be by the time he reaches the big leagues. He’s ready for the offensive environment of high Class A Bakersfield.

6. Luis Sardinas, SS

Scouting Report: While his double-play partner Rougned Odor has more offensive upside, Sardinas is the superior defender. A well above-average runner with good range and an above-average arm, he’s light on his feet and is adept at charging balls and making the instinctive play, though he still tends to lose focus and make errors on routine plays. Sardinas has minimal power, so he plays a contact-oriented game at the plate, hitting line drives to all fields and keeping the ball on the ground. He has good bat-to-ball skills and solid plate discipline, so he could hit for a high average.

The Future: Sardinas was in over his head when he got to Double-A, so he should return to Frisco to start 2014. He has the defense and contact skills to be an everyday shortstop, but the development of his plate patience and strength will determine whether he hits at the top or bottom of the lineup, or whether he fits better as a utilityman.

7. Enny Romero, LHP

Scouting Report: Romero has a live arm that generates a tailing 92-94 mph fastball that touches 96. He flirts with having a plus breaking ball, a slurve that reaches the mid-80s with hard-breaking, two-plane action. The problem has been finding a consistent release point from his three-quarters arm slot, which affects his control and the sharpness of his breaking ball. Romero has a fringy, firm changeup that needs to improve if he hopes to be a starter in the big leagues.

The Future: The Rays believe once Romero conquers his mechanics that he will be an elite pitcher. His success has been impressive despite his control issues, and continued improvement will determine whether he is a mid-rotation starter or a reliever in the big leagues. He likely will spend most of 2014 at Triple-A Durham.

8. Mauricio Cabrera, RHP

Scouting Report: Cabrera has a live arm that generates pure heat. His fastball sits at 93-97 mph, touches 100, and has good movement given its speed. He throws it with an easy delivery but an unusual path in which he swings his arm wide before throwing across his body. Control is the biggest hurdle Cabrera faces. He worked around a lot of baserunner traffic at Rome, walking 4.9 batters per nine innings while also giving up 118 hits in 131 innings. He has a decent changeup and is working on a curveball that flashed plus potential during the second half of last season. He pitched under control more consistently after getting rattled on the mound during the first three months of the season.

The Future: Some scouts project Cabrera as a reliever, but the Braves believe his secondary offerings hold promise and his delivery can handle the workload. While spring training will determine whether he returns to Rome or joins high Class A Lynchburg, Cabrera has the fastball to be a frontline starter in the major leagues.

9. Roman Quinn, SS

Scouting Report: Quinn’s calling card is his blazing speed, which rates at the top of the scouting scale and is just a tick below Reds burner Billy Hamilton’s. He was clocked this season at 14 seconds flat on an inside-the-park home run. He is still learning to switch-hit but should be a solid hitter from both sides. Despite his size, he has enough pop to keep pitchers honest. He’s raw at shortstop, as shown by his 31 errors in 66 games last year. Most came on throws, and the Phillies have worked with Quinn to correct flaws in his motion and iron out that part of his game. With J.P. Crawford now in the organization, though, Quinn may move off shortstop. He has more than enough speed to move to center field, where he played in high school.

The Future: Quinn’s right wrist kept him out of instructional league, so his spring training performance will determine whether he starts 2014 back at low Class A Lakewood or jumps to high Class A Clearwater to stay a step ahead of Crawford.

10. Jose Peraza, SS

Scouting Report: Peraza’s game is centered on tremendous body control. He gets great jumps on the bases as well as in the field and has the ability to go from full speed to immediate standstill. His plus baseball instincts make his above-average range and plus speed even better. His hands are soft and consistent, and he has a quick release that makes up for average arm strength. At the plate, he has quick hands and outstanding hand-eye coordination that allows him to hit virtually any pitch, though he has little in the way of home-run power. He succeeded in 2013 as both a leadoff and No. 2 hitter with his ability to hit behind the runner and bunt.

The Future: Peraza has exceeded the expectations of many scouts. While he needs to play a little more under control, his aggressiveness is an asset and makes him a pesky, dangerous player for opponents. He should be able to remain up the middle at either shortstop or second base. His next stop will be high Class A Lynchburg.

11. Dorssys Paulino, SS

Scouting Report: Despite Paulino’s down year, the Indians remain excited about his upside. He has strong hands and can whip the bat through the zone. His hands are quick enough that he can let balls travel deep and smash line drives to all fields. He has some raw power, though it’s mainly to the gaps. When he’s going well, Paulino does a good job of staying inside the ball, but last season he pressed too much to get out of his funk and got over-aggressive. He’s a solid runner underway, but he lacks a quick first step. Paulino probably will face a move to second base at some point, though the Indians will keep him at shortstop for the time being. His arm is playable there but his range is fringy. He made 39 errors in 2013, the most among MWL shortstops, as he struggled with his footwork and internal clock.

The Future: Even if Paulino does have to move over to second base, he has the tools to be an offensive asset. He’ll go back to low Class A Lake County to open 2014.

12. Andrew Toles, OF

Scouting Report: Toles inspires Michael Bourn comparisons as a speed-oriented center fielder who has the strength and ability to drive the ball. Considered a 70 runner on the 20-80 scouting scale, he runs down balls in the gaps and led the organization with 62 stolen bases, a total that ranked second in the low Class A Midwest League. He also ranked second in the minors in triples (16) and fourth in the MWL with 53 extra-base hits while using the entire field. Despite winning the MWL batting title at .326, his pitch recognition and strike-zone discipline need work. His arm strength is his weakest tool, but he has good accuracy on his throws.

The Future: Several parts of Toles’ game remain raw, which should mean the best is yet to come for this blossoming athlete. He has the ability to develop into a starting center fielder in the major leagues, and he should make the jump to high Class A Charlotte this spring.

13. Micah Johnson, 2B

Scouting Report: Johnson showed up to spring training in top shape, with just 6 percent body fat, and showed explosive tools including 80 speed with sub-4.0 second times to first. Once more of a slap-and-dash hitter, he hangs in to drive the ball more often, especially in left-on-left matchups, and isn’t afraid to go deep in counts and draw a walk. Johnson’s hard hands contributed to 29 errors in the regular season. He has improved with the help of infield coordinator Ever Magallanes and should be an adequate defender at second. He has the arm strength for the position, which would be suitable for center field as well.

The Future: The White Sox believe Johnson’s leadership and offensive upside will help him and Tim Anderson form a dynamic middle-infield and top-of-the-lineup tandem, with Johnson arriving first. He should start 2014 back in Birmingham.