Jose Ortiz
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Jose Ortiz
I noticed Jose Ortiz had a nice year slugging wise (though his batting average left something to be desired). Is there any chance an MLB team would take a chance on him this spring? Is anything being said about a return to America? For those who have seen him play, do you think he can be a legitimate MLB 2nd baseman (offensively and defensively speaking)?
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Re: Jose Ortiz
[ Author: westbaystars | Posted: Feb 16, 2004 8:34 AM
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I take it you hadn't noticed that he's on the Orix BlueWave's 2004 roster? That makes an invitation to MLB spring training highly unlikely.
Speaking of the 2004 roster, I've entered all but the new players (drafted and foreign players) for the Pacific League so far. I'll be working on the Central League rosters and new players this week. As usual, you can get to the team rosters by clicking on "Teams" at the top of the page.
Speaking of the 2004 roster, I've entered all but the new players (drafted and foreign players) for the Pacific League so far. I'll be working on the Central League rosters and new players this week. As usual, you can get to the team rosters by clicking on "Teams" at the top of the page.
Re: Jose Ortiz
[ Author: Guest: Jim Albright | Posted: Feb 16, 2004 11:00 AM
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I would echo what Michael says, but I would add that, unless a team was looking for a backup middle infielder with some power, his 2003 campaign translated to MLB terms isn't overwhelming: approximately a .237 avg, a .283 OPB, though about a .450 slg due to 20 or so HR.
He's 27, so there's a good chance that 2003 is at or very near his peak level of performance -- which basically means he's not what one would call a great prospect in MLB terms. He's much more valuable in Japan, and in terms of his playing career, that's probably where he should stay.
Jim Albright
He's 27, so there's a good chance that 2003 is at or very near his peak level of performance -- which basically means he's not what one would call a great prospect in MLB terms. He's much more valuable in Japan, and in terms of his playing career, that's probably where he should stay.
Jim Albright
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