Dustin Pedroia

[Gambit]

Is Pedroia a base stealing threat? I understand he's got a great eye and can flat-out hit, but I'm just curious what we're in for-- how fast is he?

I have to admit I'm not quite sure... but I don't believe he's really that fast. Everything I've read on him is more along the lines of, scrappy hitter, great eye, hard worker, dirt dog mentality, etc. Never really heard, "flys on the bases" or "speed demon".

 

Matt

[ORS]

Is Pedroia hurt, or just getting some "pine time"? Nothing in the box scores of the last four PawSox games.

[riverside sluggers]

well remember he get beamed in the head in the recent past that got him to sit out some games? last week he got hit again but on the wrist now, so theo is having him take a week off or so. i feel bad, its not starting all that well so far for pedroia.

[soxie thefangirl]

Yeah that does suck for him.

[bigpapi349]

his wrist still is hurting him

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I guess that's why Theo couldn't gring him up.

[soxie thefangirl]

He also said Pedroia needs more time in Triple A. He was struggling of late according to Gary on the pregame show.

[CrespoBlows]

He also said Pedroia needs more time in Triple A. He was struggling of late according to Gary on the pregame show.

 

He was struggling, because he got hit on the wrist.

[ORS]

Dustin has been hot since his return. Here are his stats for the 9 games since he came back.

 

.367 AVG, .633 SLG, .486 OBP, 2 2B, 2 HR, 5 RBI, 7 BB, 2 K

[yankeessuck013]

Dustin Pedroia went 4-for-5 with two homers and five RBI in the second game of Triple-A Pawtucket's doubleheader yesterday.

 

He went 2-for-5 in the first game. Even though he won't need to be added to the 40-man roster in the offseason, Pedroia still might join the Red Sox in September.

 

-rotoworld

[elsrbueno]

Dustin Pedroia went 4-for-5 with two homers and five RBI in the second game of Triple-A Pawtucket's doubleheader yesterday.

 

He went 2-for-5 in the first game. Even though he won't need to be added to the 40-man roster in the offseason, Pedroia still might join the Red Sox in September.

 

-rotoworld

 

Dustin's Pawtucket stats are definately impressive considering how quickly he's been moving up the ranks.

 

.286/.368/.444, 4 HR, 18 RBIs. 13 BBs vs 10 K's, ALWAYS a good sign with young hitters-- patience.

 

I don't see much of a point rushing him with Graffanino playing so well (all he'd do is ride the pine), but he certainly seems to have earned an invitation to Spring Training next year.

[MC Hammer]

I agree with els, there is no reason to bring him up this year unless Tony G has an injury. I don't want him to be in the same position as Youk where he gets 1AB a week if he's lucky, and bounces between AAA and MLB. I think it would be much better to let him finish out the year in AAA honing his skills, and maybe bring him up for a cup of coffee next month, but nothing more. Chances are that if he continues to kill the ball like he has been doing in AAA he'll be the starter at 2B next year, so why not just wait.

[CrespoBlows]

Bring him up now? I'm sure that sounded like a great idea, but so did the S&M which resulted in the broken leg. Tony G. playing very well since he's been with the ballclub, I'd rather see him then Pedoria right now.

 

There's always next year, so then Pedoria can make his debut.

[soxie thefangirl]

I would much rather see Graff than Pedroia. Pedroia obviously is not close to being ready at all and Graff is doing wonders at second base.

[riverside sluggers]

why not for 2006 have Tony G sign a season stay on as the starter 2nd baseman, pedroia can play backup and learn from the veteran that Tony G is

[yankeessuck013]

yeah thats what I proposed in another thread. I think that would be the best idea.

[riverside sluggers]

oh sorry didnt realize, yeah it is best thing to do. Youk had a good season backing up Mueller in 2004. I just hope Pedroia wont get what Youk has gotten this season, the yo yo effect

[CrespoBlows]

I would much rather see Graff than Pedroia. Pedroia obviously is not close to being ready at all and Graff is doing wonders at second base.

 

I don't think Pedoria is "not close at all", he probably could start now. Tony Graffanino will not be the starter next year. Do you expect Graffanino, a .263 career hitter, to hit .300 again next year?

[ORS]

why not for 2006 have Tony G sign a season stay on as the starter 2nd baseman, pedroia can play backup and learn from the veteran that Tony G is

If he's not going to start, or a least split time, I'd rather see him playing and staying sharp in AAA than wilting on the pines in the bigs.

[elsrbueno]

I don't think Pedoria is "not close at all", he probably could start now. Tony Graffanino will not be the starter next year. Do you expect Graffanino, a .263 career hitter, to hit .300 again next year?

 

Tony G is a good ballplayer having probably a career year. He is best suited for a reserve role because he is capable of playing a bunch of positions and is a DECENT hitter. Like Crespo said though, he's a career .263. This guy's not a perennial All Star.

 

I believe Dustin Pedroia will be given every opportunity to win the starting second baseman's job out of Spring Training next year. That being said, I wouldn't mind it if the club tried to resign Graffanino as a utility player-- because he's capable of playing so many positions.

[soxie thefangirl]

I'd rather not see someone just outta the minor leagues in the starting position. But he could be given a try. Graff should definitely be kept around just in case.

[riverside sluggers]

Gordon Edes said on a live chat on Boston.com that Dustin Pedroia is not a lock to start at 2nd base next season but will be given a chance at spring training to win the role. "Personally, Id like to see the Red Sox keep a veteran such as Graffanino on board as the starter for 2006"

[CrespoBlows]

Gordon Edes said on a live chat on Boston.com that Dustin Pedroia is not a lock to start at 2nd base next season but will be given a chance at spring training to win the role. "Personally, Id like to see the Red Sox keep a veteran such as Graffanino on board as the starter for 2006"

 

Yeah, that strategy worked out great for the Yankees.

 

If you got a good postion prospect knocking on the door, and who you have rights for the next six years, he's got to be called up. Graffanino is good player, but why keep a 34 year old, who is a career utilty infielder, over a 22 year old potential all star?

[jsinger121]

According to the Boston Globe, general manager Theo Epstein said that Dustin Pedroia will join Triple-A Pawtucket over the weekend.

[Teddyballgame10]

How is pedoria doing this year so far. You think there will be a chance he will get called up this year? Alex Gonzalaz looks good defensivly but I dont if pedria can get teh job done at the plate iand on defence I dont see why not

[jsinger121]

Dustin played his first game of the season tonight and went 1-5 with an RBI and a run scored.

[Beckett95]

mlbtraderumors.com

A source out of Boston had a little nugget about Red Sox second base/shortstop prospect Dustin Pedroia. Pedroia, by the way, is the 11th best prospect in baseball according to Baseball Prospectus.

 

My source tells me that Pedroia is "falling out of favor with the Sox brass." Apparently the Red Sox think he's gotten way too big and is too slow to play shortstop.

 

Pedroia has come back from a shoulder strain to play shortstop for Boston's Triple A affiliate. He was moved to second base last year, but the Hanley Ramirez trade resulted in a switch back to short. The 22 year-old is hitting .269/.367/.385 for the Pawtucket Red Sox in 52 ABs.

 

You have to be worried about Pedroia's lack of power at the Triple A level , dating back to last year. Nonetheless, BP projects Pedroia to hit .290/.362/.450 in the Majors this year. My guess is that Pedroia is showcased in the big leagues within a month's time. He could serve as a major young trading chip for Boston this summer.

 

if true, does this possibly mean a they could consider moving him to get Dontrell?

[Cityofchampions33]

i ont think its trye, doesnt seem to be a credible source

[jsinger121]

He did come into spring training alittle overweight and that might be the reason he strained his shoulder on his swing. He has not been in the best of condition recently and if you want to be taken seriously as a solid prospect and a player that might be penciled in for the 2007 lineup then you need to get in shape and show some dedication towards the game.

[Cocos Disciples]

this kid is like david eckstein, but a little slower, and with more gap power.