System Depth Chart - April 26, 2011

[Jordan Tuwiner]

http://orioles-nation.com/?p=9757

This depth chart is based on prospect rankings and not how advanced a prospect is or at what level they play.

Use this thread to discuss.

[Shorebirdfan]

I still struggle with the idea of Ohlman being rated higher than Dalles. I've watched both several times this season, and although Ohlman looks better AT the plate, his struggles behind the plate are too much to overcome.

[Jordan Tuwiner]

I still struggle with the idea of Ohlman being rated higher than Dalles. I've watched both several times this season, and although Ohlman looks better AT the plate, his struggles behind the plate are too much to overcome.

I do agree that Ohlman's defense has a long way to go, but Dalles is never going to hit enough to become a starter. Ohlman could get his defense and offense to a level where he's a capable starter. But Dalles' ceiling is a backup catcher.

I don't mean that as a knock on Dalles because he's one of the better defensive catchers I've seen in the minors.

[oriolesfaninnc]

What ever happened to the third baseman from Curacao?

[Jordan Tuwiner]

What ever happened to the third baseman from Curacao?

Dudley Leonora? He's still in extended spring training and will probably open up with Aberdeen.

[Shorebirdfan]

How about Randy Henry? As I recall they held him back in FL, wanting to wait until the weather was warmer. Any idea of a timeframe and location?

[Jordan Tuwiner]

How about Randy Henry? As I recall they held him back in FL, wanting to wait until the weather was warmer. Any idea of a timeframe and location?

He's still in extended spring training but he'll be with either Delmarva or Frederick within the next week (most likely). He's been sharp all EST with an 92-95 mph fastball and some dominant outings.

[oriolesfaninnc]

Alright thanks

[kbucky]

Any idea on if any other pitchers being held in Extended Spring Training due to weather will be sent up? If so do you know who and when?

[Jordan Tuwiner]

Any idea on if any other pitchers being held in Extended Spring Training due to weather will be sent up? If so do you know who and when?

Henry's a special case because he's had a series of arm/elbow injuries in the past, so they want to take extra precautions with him.

Two more guys that could leave extended ST early are Matt Bywater and Parker Bridwell, but that's just pure speculation and has nothing to do with anything I've heard. Sometimes teams are a bit more careful with draftees from the most recent draft. Even Jameson Taillon, who is a heck of a talent and the #2 overall selection in the 2010 draft, was held in extended spring training and is making his first start tonight.

[Jordan Tuwiner]

What ever happened to the third baseman from Curacao?

Leonora has just been promoted to Delmarva.

[Shorebirdfan]

Leonora has just been promoted to Delmarva.

I'm actually more surprised at the promotion of Hornback to Delmarva with Pope going on the DL. The plate is crowded with Dalles and Ohlman splitting time. Obviously Pope's absence allows another bat in the lineup at DH. But I would think they would want to continue to get these kids reps catching.

[Jordan Tuwiner]

How about Randy Henry? As I recall they held him back in FL, wanting to wait until the weather was warmer. Any idea of a timeframe and location?

He's still in extended spring training but he'll be with either Delmarva or Frederick within the next week (most likely). He's been sharp all EST with an 92-95 mph fastball and some dominant outings.

Quick update here: Henry touched 97 mph in his last outing and I believe will be with a team this week.

[Don]

Glad to see him improve, but this season is about staying healthy and results should not matter to him, the club, and the fans. This season is simply about building back the foundation that got him to the point of being one of the better right handers in the system.

I would like to see him in Frederick and maybe Bowie out of the bullpen and go from that point forward. It would be nice to see him and Dan Klein out of the pen for the Bowie. It would allow them to talk and maybe rub off one another, but he should at least be with Frederick and still out of the pen for his own safety. Baby steps indeed...