taobball 7,483 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I think people want someone to come up this year and single handedly win them their fantasy league. AJ Reed is not that guy. I think he's going to be at worst a top 10 1b for fantasy in the future (and pretty optimistic), which is a really damn good player, with possible top 5 upside at the position. What would you project this season? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 (edited) I think people want someone to come up this year and single handedly win them their fantasy league. AJ Reed is not that guy. I think he's going to be at worst a top 10 1b for fantasy in the future (and pretty optimistic), which is a really damn good player, with possible top 5 upside at the position. What would you project this season? It's almost impossible to project for a rookie in a small sample size. He has power, he has patience, and he's going to be on one of the best offensive teams. There's a lot to like. Strictly from a this year production standpoint, I cant think of many position players who have the chance to produce more that haven't been called up. I'm looking at Reed, Kepler, Gallo, Nick Williams, Bradley Zimmer, and Mazara. I think Reed has a chance to hit for the most power and average, Mazara could too. Edited April 5, 2016 by brockpapersizer 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stein 512 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 For the state of the Astros and their need for AJ Reed: Marwin Gonzalez started today at 1B. 0/4 3Ks Tyler White PH for DH Preston Tucker in the 7th. Singled and HBP. Uninspiring from both 1B and DH pos. today. Both of where Reed fits. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Uninspiring from both 1B and DH pos. today. Both of where Reed fits. Not if you count White Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jyeatbvg 916 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 i dunno...im just not as high on freeman as some are. he could change that this year though 25 HR with a good average (when healthy) in the middle of my lineup. If Reed does that, I'm cool. Seems like he has a bit more power. Hopefully as good of a contact. Freeman's never hit 25 HR in his career and the lineup he hits in is the worst in the league. I mean he's a great player but let's be realistic. Though I think Freeman + more power is a great comparison for Reed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jctexan 86 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 (edited) For the state of the Astros and their need for AJ Reed: Marwin Gonzalez started today at 1B. 0/4 3Ks Tyler White PH for DH Preston Tucker in the 7th. Singled and HBP. Uninspiring from both 1B and DH pos. today. Both of where Reed fits. Maybe you should be counting Preston Tucker AB's. 1-2 with a double. So the DH position was 2/3 with a HBP. Marwin Gonzalez did look pretty bad at the plate today, though. Hinch already said Tyler White would be getting the start tomorrow. Edited April 5, 2016 by jctexan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I honestly wouldn't be that concerned with everyone else. I project Reed is better than all of them. His time will come this year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tootallball 192 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Forget comps. Reed is gonna be good. That's all that matters. Everyone can use a 30 HR 1B in the middle of one of the best lineups in baseball. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Yanks#1 563 Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Making his AAA debut today with Fresno. Hoping he gets off to a good start Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rob_P 139 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) Any chance he gets called up within the next month. Edited April 8, 2016 by The Harsh Removed BC content. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) Any chance he gets called up within the next month. I would say unlikely, possible. An injury could make that happen, especially if he's tearing it up. Astros are contenders this year and were very aggressive on Correa. Edited April 8, 2016 by brockpapersizer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
StevieStats 3,888 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 IMO, if Tyler White keeps playing well, the Astros will completely comfortable leaving Reed in the minors through Super 2. Basically, plan on Super 2, but keep an eye on their current 1B production with White and Gonzalez as an indicator of they will call him up sooner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VitorSH 212 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 IMO, if Tyler White keeps playing well, the Astros will completely comfortable leaving Reed in the minors through Super 2. Basically, plan on Super 2, but keep an eye on their current 1B production with White and Gonzalez as an indicator of they will call him up sooner. When is Super 2 deadline expected to be? Mid-May? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crotchcrickets 3,261 Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 usually the beginning of june 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 2 walks yesterday, starting with a double today Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Minnesota_Jack 704 Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 (edited) Can't wait to see this guy. Edited April 10, 2016 by Minnesota_Jack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oswald737 2,967 Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 usually the beginning of june This. Correa got the call on June 8 last year for context. It's important to note its a sliding scale, so teams build in a slight buffer from the normal June 1-ish time frame. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Yanks#1 563 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 2-4 with 2 RBI and a walk last night Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Astros Future @AstrosFuture 53m53 minutes ago AJ Reed went 3-for-5 with 3 R, HR, 2 RBI for @FresnoGrizzlies #Astros Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BeantownBashers 133 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Has your guys' estimation of his call up been pushed back at all with White's performance? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Has your guys' estimation of his call up been pushed back at all with White's performance? Was actually listening to Rotowire podcast and they discussed and came to the conclusion I did. Reed will be up in a bit if he's hitting, regardless of White. DH will be a battle between White/Gattis, and talks about Gattis playing some catcher are an attempt to get all 3 in the lineup. I personally strongly feel Reed is the superior hitter of the three, and I think White could be better than Gattis. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Elixir 173 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Is it realistic to expect hr every 20 ab? And hit over .250? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Is it realistic to expect hr every 20 ab? And hit over .250? I think both are reasonable 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Looks like he homered again. Back to back games. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brockpapersizer 12,226 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 You can see Reed's last bomb here. Opposite field....crushed http://www.astrosfuture.com/2016/04/houston-astros-minor-league-recap-april-15th/ 3 game streak tonight ? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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