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Post by geezergeek on Aug 6, 2017 17:10:32 GMT -5
Yes Jessie's kid. I see an evolving story. failed after being drafted. Found himself in the independent league and is now mashing in Portland. I know he is in his late 20's but will there be more to this story other than a trip to Japan.
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Post by sibbysisti on Aug 6, 2017 17:57:56 GMT -5
Nice season for him. Unfortunately no room for him on the rosters above. Perhaps he'll catch with a developing club. His dad was a feared hitter for the Blue Jays for many years.
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Post by redsox04071318champs on Aug 6, 2017 18:43:59 GMT -5
Nice season for him. Unfortunately no room for him on the rosters above. Perhaps he'll catch with a developing club. His dad was a feared hitter for the Blue Jays for many years. I remember him. He had a cannon for an arm and had some serious power. He was part of that awesome outfield trio for Toronto along with George Bell and Lloyd Moseby, at least until Moseby stopped hitting. I don't think Jeremy has anywhere to go with the Red Sox. He's just a veteran minor leaguer having a good season in AA ball. I'd be surprised if he ever winds up with more than a cup of coffee or even that much in the majors.
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Post by ramireja on Aug 7, 2017 11:03:47 GMT -5
Good for Barfield....he's having a great little run. That said, we've seen younger guys tear up AAA and still never adapt to the majors.
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Post by Ryanod1 on Aug 15, 2017 0:18:23 GMT -5
I know that he has been mashing, but is this due to the Age vs. Level? I havent gotten to see him play, but I assume most of this is being his age against the level of opponent? He definitely seems to have big time power, but as many of us know sometimes players are just hitting the way they "should" based on level. Do you think we may have a second reincaration on our hands? Also, if it came down to it, would Barfield look like someone that could steal a little bit of Brentz's chance for a call up (even if 2018 in consideration over 2017)? Im not really sure this is a fair comparison, but both RF with power and ok hit tool seem similar.
Different thought: if Barfield does seem to have some potential again then is it too late to consider him as a possible 1st basemen? Hes at that age where it may be a waste, but at 6'5" lefty he would seem to fit the profile. We would waste his cannon arm, but utilize his hight (and lefty).
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Post by Chris Hatfield on Aug 15, 2017 10:45:26 GMT -5
Saw Barfield over the weekend. His homer on Saturday was on a mistake pitch middle up. I don't have my notes, but I want to say it was a slider that didn't do much sliding.
He doesn't strike me as anyone who is likely to get a look, but rather the latest player in the fine tradition of the likes of Roberto Petagine, Sandy Madera, Brad Correll, Mauro Gomez, and others who get signed as old MLFA's and put up great numbers and then disappear into the abyss.
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Post by jimed14 on Aug 15, 2017 11:21:13 GMT -5
and Chris Marrero
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Post by gerry on Aug 15, 2017 12:33:31 GMT -5
Or, there is always the legitimate, if small, chance he is a late bloomer with a MLB hot streak in him which will help a club and energize a team before he hangs them up; which is why we play the games. The randomness of baseball insists we keep all options open until they are no longer options.
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Post by Ryanod1 on Aug 16, 2017 3:04:44 GMT -5
Saw Barfield over the weekend. His homer on Saturday was on a mistake pitch middle up. I don't have my notes, but I want to say it was a slider that didn't do much sliding. He doesn't strike me as anyone who is likely to get a look, but rather the latest player in the fine tradition of the likes of Roberto Petagine, Sandy Madera, Brad Correll, Mauro Gomez, and others who get signed as old MLFA's and put up great numbers and then disappear into the abyss. Haha thats exactly what I was thinking. I think im unfairly thinking late bloomer (a la Jose Bautista). I deep down really hope this, but you put it absolutely perfect when bringing up prior studs lol. A 6'5" power hitter would be awesome if he could catch on at 1st base. I am a big Sam Travis fan, and hopefully he can make me forget about the hole at the 3. Side note: thanks for all that you do for us on the site, Chris. Ive followed this site for many years, and thankfully people like you keep it active. Soxprospects is my bible!
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Post by 1900getwade on Aug 16, 2017 3:26:13 GMT -5
Saw Barfield over the weekend. His homer on Saturday was on a mistake pitch middle up. I don't have my notes, but I want to say it was a slider that didn't do much sliding. He doesn't strike me as anyone who is likely to get a look, but rather the latest player in the fine tradition of the likes of Roberto Petagine, Sandy Madera, Brad Correll, Mauro Gomez, and others who get signed as old MLFA's and put up great numbers and then disappear into the abyss. . But if you gaze long enough into Jesse Barfield's son, Jesse Barfield's son will gaze into you.
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Post by 1900getwade on Aug 16, 2017 3:35:23 GMT -5
Also, how did we not sign Vladimir Guerrero's son? I'd put the odds of me not rocketing an empty Molson full of cigarette butts into my tv screen when Vladimir Guerrero's son kills me beloved Sox at none percent.
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Post by Chris Hatfield on Aug 16, 2017 8:56:41 GMT -5
Also, how did we not sign Vladimir Guerrero's son? I'd put the odds of me not rocketing an empty Molson full of cigarette butts into my tv screen when Vladimir Guerrero's son kills me beloved Sox at none percent. He signed for $3.9 million in the first year that the Red Sox were limited to signing IFAs for $300k or less.
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Post by widewordofsport on Aug 16, 2017 10:47:26 GMT -5
In re: whether Barfield takes Brentz's shot in any way, gotta think Brentz gets added (or will be gone, anyway) to the 40 man soon, so he'd be a much easier option, even if Barfield continues to have some measure of success.
Edit: How do I keep forgetting Brentz has zero options left? So that means add to 40 man then potentially trade or DFA in Spring and hope to pass waivers, unless they want him as fourth OF (with two lefties and three CFs, a possibility)
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Post by Ryanod1 on Aug 18, 2017 0:31:27 GMT -5
Pretty good little write up on him here. Im really hoping things just happened to click a little later than usual. I'm really hoping this is real, or at the very least we sell high in a trade during the offseason. I love that he doesnt have a manager. As long as its not Scott Boras he takes on then I will be happy. www.pressherald.com/2017/08/17/on-baseball-barfield-rebuilding-his-resume/
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Post by Chris Hatfield on Aug 18, 2017 9:24:12 GMT -5
or at the very least we sell high in a trade during the offseason. He's almost certainly a free agent when the season ends. There's maybe a less than 1% chance they signed him to a multi-year deal.
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Post by geezergeek on Aug 18, 2017 10:34:41 GMT -5
When comparing Brentz and Barfield keep in mind that they are only a year apart in age. Both might be lost next year if not protected. Though they are in different levels, Barfield seems to be having a slightly better year statistically than Brentz though both are pistol hot right now.
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Post by Chris Hatfield on Aug 18, 2017 11:25:52 GMT -5
When comparing Brentz and Barfield keep in mind that they are only a year apart in age. Both might be lost next year if not protected. Though they are in different levels, Barfield seems to be having a slightly better year statistically than Brentz though both are pistol hot right now. Wow, they're actually only five and a half months apart in age. I had not even realized that. That said, the facts that Barfield has literally never hit like this (career high slugging of .417) and that Brentz is a level higher are both very significant. We at least have known Brentz had this in him for a long time, but it seems like a simple mechanical tweak was the key to unlocking it, potentially at least. It wouldn't surprise me if the Red Sox try to keep Barfield around this offseason given how thin the Pawtucket outfield looks next year, but I'll be stunned if he were to get a look this September.
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Post by Addam603 on Sept 30, 2017 9:08:45 GMT -5
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Post by DesignatedForAssignment on Sept 30, 2017 18:01:05 GMT -5
Perhaps we can conclude the Sox signed him to a minor league deal. Kool. Cuz he has 3 option years
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Post by Addam603 on Dec 4, 2017 13:02:45 GMT -5
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Post by nonothing on Dec 4, 2017 13:13:49 GMT -5
Fantastic!
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Post by Addam603 on Dec 13, 2017 17:19:41 GMT -5
Barfield’s fine offseason twitter presence continues. Impossible not to like his attitude.
EDIT: Barfield wants to be in Boston this year. Love the confidence and the high goals. I hope he reaches it.
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Post by Chris Hatfield on Dec 13, 2017 17:29:44 GMT -5
He's probably top 3 in the system with Kemp and Hill in terms of Twitter game.
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Post by pedroiaesque on Dec 13, 2017 21:25:01 GMT -5
Kinda fits into a couple threads, but...
What are the chances Barfield gets picked in the Rule 5 draft tomorrow? He should be eligible in a similar position to when we picked Josh Rutledge after the Rockies signed him to a MiLB contract without a 40-man roster spot.
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Post by Addam603 on Dec 13, 2017 21:46:02 GMT -5
Kinda fits into a couple threads, but... What are the chances Barfield gets picked in the Rule 5 draft tomorrow? He should be eligible in a similar position to when we picked Josh Rutledge after the Rockies signed him to a MiLB contract without a 40-man roster spot. In my opinion, I doubt it. Barfield broke out last year, for lack of a better word, but that was against AA pitching at 28 (?). I don’t think anyone uses a 25 man roster spot on him when he has almost no track record above AA. If I was making the decision, I would want to see what he can do against AAA pitching first.
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