Section 435 An Atlanta Braves blog. From the upper deck at Turner Field.

Bye, Mark

Here’s the word on Luis Sumoza, the duder we get in return for the college player of the decade for the ’90s:

Shows the potential to be a five-tool player, but needs a lot of refinement. High power potential. Above average speed. Strikes out too much, still has some holes in his swing. Hits from a slightly open stance. Keeps his hands around his helmet. Swing tends to get a bit too long and he can jam himself. In the field, Sumoza has above average range, a decent glove, and a good arm. Overall, he has a ton of potential, but still a long way to go.

So, long, good luck, thanks for the memories. We’ll always have the cycle.

Yeah, Sumoza is probably two years away, at least. But he’s got the potential to develop into a really good hitter and he does have above-average speed and some pop. Personally, I’m surprised the Braves got that much for a one-month rental of Kotsay.

Hampton look good last night. Josh Johnson was better. Just one of those nights. Some good swings from Frenchy.

Bud.
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