Scott Robinson

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Houston Astros #20 prospect in 2004
  The Astros really wanted to sign Robinson, the best pure hitter they drafted in 2002, out of high school but had to settle for catching a break. Though he couldn't come to terms, he changed his college plans from San Diego State to Palomar (Calif.) JC, meaning Houston retained his rights as an unexpected draft-and-follow. The move paid off for Robinson, who ultimately signed for $225,000. Robinson's father Bruce was the 21st overall pick in the June 1975 draft and played briefly in the majors, as did his uncle Dave. The only high school player ever to play in the Alaska League, Robinson went 4-for-18 as a rising senior with the Alaska Goldpanners in 2001. He returned after graduating in 2002 and was team MVP as the Goldpanners won the National Baseball Congress World Series. Robinson is often compared to Mark Grace. He has a good feel at the plate, controls the bat well and should be able to hit for average with line-drive power. He can handle good fastballs already. He also has athleticism and moves well around the first-base bag. He throws equally well with both hands. Also like Grace, he doesn't have typical first-base power. Robinson could top out at 10-15 homers annually, and he must add upper-body strength to help him drive more balls. He makes consistent contact yet must draw more walks. Following his so-so pro debut in the New York-Penn League, the Astros expect he'll hit more this year in low Class A.