http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=16861
by Kevin Goldstein
The scouting term “pop-up guy” is used often in reference to the draft,
when players go from just a name to somebody in line for an early pick and
big money. But there are pop-up guys in the professional ranks as well. These
aren't players bouncing back to a previously held reputation. These aren't
even players finally living up to expectations. These are players who were
lucky to sniff their own team's prospect list heading into the season who
have not only put up numbers this year, but also have scouts coming around on
their talent. In other words, they're some new names you should know.
Tyler Austin, OF, Yankees
A 13th-round pick in 2010, Austin got some attention last year for a good
showing in the New York-Penn League, but it's his full-season debut that's
started to generate real buzz. On a Low-A Charleston roster packed with some
of the best prospects in the Sally League, Austin has slumped a bit and is
still hitting .314/.365/.752 in his first 27 games while leading the circuit
with 10 home runs. The 20-year-old right-handed hitter is broad-shouldered
and employs an upright stance, and while there is a significant amount of
load in his swing, he makes up for it with excellent bat speed; profiles to
hit for both average and power, although he can be a bit of a free swinger. A
catcher and third baseman in high school, he struggled on the infield corners
last year but has found a home in the outfield. His bat is by far his best
tool, as he's an average runner and defender, but scouts see the bat as
enough for a demanding position.
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