Cleveland Indians Prospect Insider 2012

Last season the Cleveland Indians emerged as a contender thanks to the help of their farm system. The level of impact talent in the upper levels of their system has been thinned out greatly thanks to several trades the Indians made last season, but also because of names like Chisenhall, Kipnis, Pestano, and Santana graduating as prospects in the past year-plus. The Indians are not as strong at the top of the system as in years past, but thanks to an aggressive approach the past few years both in the draft and internationally the Indians arguably have the most talent in the lower levels of their farm system in over a decade. This book serves as the perfect companion to follow the Cleveland Indians as they embark on another year of developing players in their farm system, and take a another step toward their ultimate goal of winning a World Series. In this book you will find:- Detailed and updated scouting reports and tool grades for the Cleveland Indians Top 100 prospects.- An additional 80+ scouting reports on other players in the system including reports on their Top 15 International prospects and reports for every signed player from the 2011 Draft.- Detailed payroll information and roster outlook for the next seven years.- Projected opening day rosters from Cleveland to Single-A Lake County.- Complete 2011 transactions, released payers, and 2012-2015 Rule 5 Draft outlook.- Full 2012 minor league spring training and regular season schedule to all affiliates.- Career stats including college and winter ball, and over 100 player photos.- 2012 coaching staffs, affiliate information, best tools listing, and more!Whether you are diehard follower of the minor leagues or a casual fan of the big league team, this book has something for everyone. It is the most complete and detailed reference guide around on the Cleveland Indians and their prospects for you to use as you follow the young Indians talent throughout the 2012 season.