Round 1, Pick 6: Kyle Skipworth | C, Patriot (HS) | SIGNED

JJ · June 4th, 2008, 11:59 PM

Use this thread to discuss Kyle Skipworth.

This will also be the location for all news links pertaining to the player.

McLevin · June 5th, 2008, 02:47 PM

yep

McLevin · June 5th, 2008, 02:48 PM

Originally Posted by Count Bass D

Skipworth runs weird.

I was just telling my dad that he runs like he's Michael Cera in Superbad when he's running from the policeman

markotsay7 · June 5th, 2008, 02:50 PM

currently my least favorite Marlin by virtue of the fact that he was picked over Smoak

Count Bass D · June 5th, 2008, 02:50 PM

Never mind, I like the pick.

Hugg · June 5th, 2008, 02:51 PM

Love this pick so much.

Ralph · June 5th, 2008, 02:53 PM

I love it if he can stay at C. hate it if he cant. I'm going to give the scouting department the benefit of the doubt and think they've scouted him enough to believe he can stay at C. I also hope he doesnt grow another inch.

PitchingWinsGames · June 5th, 2008, 02:54 PM

Player Name: Kyle Skipworth
Position: Catcher
School: Patriot HS (Calif.)
School Type: High school
Academic Class: Senior
Birthdate: 3/1/90
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 190 lbs.
Bats: Left
Throws: Right
Report Date(s): 02/10/08

Hitting Ability: Skipworth is a strong hitter from the left side with the ability to hit line drives to all fields. Whether he hits for average while handling the rigors of catching remains to be seen.
Power: He has plus power from pole-to-pole, evidenced by an opposite-field home run at this showcase.
Running Speed: As a catcher, he's a below-average runner.
Arm Strength: Skipworth has a plus arm; he threw out three would-be basestealers at the event.
Fielding: He is average at best receiving and he occasionally gets handcuffed behind the plate. He has shown improvement from last summer.
Range: As a big catcher, he'll need to show better footwork and mobility as he progresses.
Physical Description: Skipworth is a big, physical catcher with a pretty left-handed swing.
Medical Update: Skipworth broke his hand at an event in Jupiter over the summer, but he's 100 percent healthy now.
Strengths: Power to all fields from left side of plate; arm strength behind the plate.
Weaknesses: There are still questions about his ability behind the plate. He'll need to improve his receiving and footwork. He makes up for his release time with his plus arm, but that should improve over time.
Summary: Arguably the best catching prospect in the draft class, Skipworth has all the makings of an offensive-minded catcher with plenty of power from the left side, a hot commodity for every organization. He's got plus arm strength, but needs some work in his defensive game, something scouts believe will improve over time.

The Official Site of Major League Baseball: Events: 2008 Draft

Hugg · June 5th, 2008, 02:55 PM

YouTube - kyle skipworth

JJ · June 5th, 2008, 03:01 PM

PROFILE

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Hugg · June 5th, 2008, 03:04 PM

Named 2008 Gatorade National High School Player of the Year yesterday

Kyle Skipworth Named 2008 Gatorade National Baseball POY

lou · June 5th, 2008, 03:11 PM

I almost hope he goes to College and we get our god damn pick back.

He better be freaking amazing.

JJ · June 5th, 2008, 03:17 PM

Originally Posted by JJ

PROFILE

Work in progress, infomation taken from this thread and added to his page will earn reputation and donated T&B bucks.

Added more scouting quotes, building links section.

markotsay7 · June 5th, 2008, 03:17 PM

AFLAC All-American profile: Roster - Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic

bobbob1313 · June 5th, 2008, 03:18 PM

I love and hate this pick. I love it because he sounds like Victor Martinez.
I hate it because he won't be Victor Martinez until 2012 at the earliest.

June 5th, 2008, 02:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
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June 5th, 2008, 02:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
PitchingWinsGames Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Pierce Posts: 2,932 T&B $: 14 Reputation: 1556247 My Teams:	Player Name: Kyle Skipworth Position: Catcher School: Patriot HS (Calif.) School Type: High school Academic Class: Senior Birthdate: 3/1/90 Height: 6'3" Weight: 190 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Right Report Date(s): 02/10/08 Hitting Ability: Skipworth is a strong hitter from the left side with the ability to hit line drives to all fields. Whether he hits for average while handling the rigors of catching remains to be seen. Power: He has plus power from pole-to-pole, evidenced by an opposite-field home run at this showcase. Running Speed: As a catcher, he's a below-average runner. Arm Strength: Skipworth has a plus arm; he threw out three would-be basestealers at the event. Fielding: He is average at best receiving and he occasionally gets handcuffed behind the plate. He has shown improvement from last summer. Range: As a big catcher, he'll need to show better footwork and mobility as he progresses. Physical Description: Skipworth is a big, physical catcher with a pretty left-handed swing. Medical Update: Skipworth broke his hand at an event in Jupiter over the summer, but he's 100 percent healthy now. Strengths: Power to all fields from left side of plate; arm strength behind the plate. Weaknesses: There are still questions about his ability behind the plate. He'll need to improve his receiving and footwork. He makes up for his release time with his plus arm, but that should improve over time. Summary: Arguably the best catching prospect in the draft class, Skipworth has all the makings of an offensive-minded catcher with plenty of power from the left side, a hot commodity for every organization. He's got plus arm strength, but needs some work in his defensive game, something scouts believe will improve over time. The Official Site of Major League Baseball: Events: 2008 Draft __________________ Yes, in Chinese zoos there is a man whose sole duty is to make sudden movements and loud noises in order to frighten and aggravate the Horse-mounted Lion Cavalry. ------------------------------------- Montreal Northern Lights est. 2008 Team MVP - Erick Aybar ~ Pitcher of the Year - SP Chris Seddon

June 5th, 2008, 03:11 PM	#12 (permalink)
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bobbob1313 Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 4,364 T&B $: 1,023 Reputation: 1628783 My Teams:	I love and hate this pick. I love it because he sounds like Victor Martinez. I hate it because he won't be Victor Martinez until 2012 at the earliest. __________________ Oh boy! Let's syncronize our pace makers! A bad conversation about baseball is better than a good conversation about almost anything else