The Rule 4 Amatuer Draft has existed in baseball since 1965. From 1965-1986, there were actually two drafts, one in January and then the "regular" draft in June.
Much has been made about the Indians struggles in the draft lately, with the notable exceptions of the last two years. I thought it would be a fun idea to go back and look through past drafts year-by-year to try and see just how often...
Jordan Henry - Outfielder
Born: 06/13/1988 - Height: 6'3" - Weight: 175 - Bats: Left - Throws: Right
YearAgeTeamLvlGABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOSBAvgObpSlgOps200921Mahoning VyA-672484871120023493722.286.408.335.743 Totals 672484871120023493722.286.408.335.743
History: Henry was selected by the Indians in the 7th round of the 2009 Draft out of the University of Mississippi. After his sophomore...
This is a really good video of Indians first base and outfield prospect Jordan Brown opening up and explaining some of the frustrations he went through last year with his non-callup and how he regrets some of the things he said. This video is courtesy of MLB.com and from the Rookie Development Program.
Jordan Brown video
UPDATE 8:45 a.m: According to a source connected with the Indians, when asked about this story they said that this was the "the first they had ever heard of it" in regard to trading Carmona and that they have "zero interest" in trading him.
Based on some conversations with team officials throughout this offseason, it seems highly unlikely they would abandon Valbuena at second base or even...
This is just a quick note to mention that I will be on SportsTime Ohio's "All Bets Are Off With Bruce Drennan" show today at about 4:30pm to talk about the Tribe, prospects, and the upcoming book. My co-host and partner in crime Paul Cousineau for our on-line radio show "Smoke Signals" will be guest hosting the entire Drennan show today from 3:00-6:00pm, so set those DVRs and give Paulie some support.
The Cleveland Indians, in partnership with Minor League Affiliates Columbus Clippers, Akron Aeros, Lake County Captains and Mahoning Valley Scrappers, today announced a unique ticket package called "Aound the Horn".
The "Arund the Horn" ticket package has been created to allow local fans the opportunity to enjoy a baseball game at each of the Cleveland Indians affiliated professional baseball...
47. Bo Greenwell - Outfielder
Born: 10/15/1988 - Height: 6'0" - Weight: 185 - Bats: Left - Throws: Left
Year
Age
Team
Lvl
G
AB
R
H
2B
3B
HR
RBI
BB
SO
SB
AVG
OBP
SLG
OPS
2007
18
GCL Indians
R
37
144
12
31
Just a quick break from the prospect countdown for some announcements about the 2010 IPI Top 100 Prospect Book and other things:
I’ve received several e-mails this week asking about the availability of the new 2010 prospect book, and the update is I plan to send it off to press sometime within the next 5 to 10 days. Once it is available I will be posting an article on the site with all the...
48. John Drennen - Outfielder
Born: 08/26/1986 - Height: 5'11" - Weight: 195 - Bats: Left - Throws: Left
Year
Age
Team
Lvl
G
AB
R
H
2B
3B
HR
RBI
BB
SO
SB
AVG
OBP
SLG
OPS
2005
18
Burlington
R
51
168
24
40
49. Austin Adams - Right-handed Pitcher
Born: 08/19/1986 - Height: 5'11" - Weight: 185 - Bats: Right - Throws: Right
Year
Age
Team
Lvl
W
L
ERA
G
GS
SV
IP
H
ER
HR
BB
SO
AVG
BB/9
K/9
WHIP
2009
22
Mahoning Vy
A-
3
1
After having about 24 hours to digest the trade where the Indians On Monday sent 22-year old third base prospect Jesus Brito to the Pirates for 27-year old infielder Brian Bixler, I feel the deal makes a little more sense today than it did yesterday. A little.
Bixler is not much to get excited about as he strikes out way too much and has had a very questionable showing at the big league level...
The 2009 season was a bitter pill for Indians fans to swallow.
After a spending spree in the offseason not really seen since the days when Progressive Field was packed and sold out every night in the 1990s, the Indians appeared poised to make another run at the postseason going into last season. But when the season started and the balls started flying the bats were swinging, things quickly...
The 2013 Cleveland Indians Baseball Insider book featuring the Indians' Top 100 Prospects and more is now available. Also, previous editions from 2008-2012 are also available at a discounted rate. Just click on the book image for more information. Thanks again for all the support!
