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“They said I have an opportunity to be better in the bullpen and I’m ready. They told me to trust. That’s a big word in this organization. They told me, ‘This is going to work out for you, this is going to be the best thing for you.’” — Felipe Paulino

CarGo reminds George Karl of Roberto Clemente.

Jordan Pacheco may very well hit his way onto this team. Pretty good for a player that no one ranked as a top ten prospect. Ian Stewart needs to get healthy.
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“It’s open season. I am looking for someone to make a consistent statement. No one has done that.” — Jim Tracy

So far this spring, my favorite player has been Seth Smith. Smith came into camp with an edge and it’s showing. He is hitting left-handers for the first time in his career. If he keeps this up, the team will have no problem with the five hole.

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“To me, I’m the best player on the field. That’s the way I feel. Maybe in the past I got a little bit caught up in, ‘Hey, I’m playing with a lot of really good players right now.’ As of now, I’m going forward with the attitude that, when I step on the field, I’m the best player out there.” — Seth Smith

Mike Newman at Scouting the Sally gave us some great late season video of prospect, Nolan Arenado. I love this kid’s swing.

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