Brian Peacock

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Washington Nationals #23 prospect in 2007
  Peacock turned down a chance to transfer to Auburn when he signed with the Nationals as a draft-and-follow before the 2005 draft. After a trying pro debut in the Gulf Coast League, Peacock spent the winter before the 2006 season working with former big league catcher Randy Knorr, who helped the hyper Peacock learn to play under control and shorten his swing. He also improved his glovework and footwork behind the plate. He hit .288 with seven homers over the first two months last season at low Class A before shoulder soreness limited his effectiveness. An appendectomy in August ended his season. Peacock is an excellent athlete with solid-average speed, slightly above-average raw power, plus arm strength and a quick release when healthy. He needs to refine his offensive approach because he tries to pull everything and strikes out too much. He has the tools to be an average defensive catcher, but he needs to improve his hands and receiving skills. Peacock is a natural leader with an impeccable work ethic, giving him a chance to be an everyday catcher down the road. He could head back to low Class A to start 2007, but he'll get a chance to earn a job at high Class A.