• Full name Mitchell R. Talbot
  • Born 10/17/1983 in Cedar City, UT
  • Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 180 / Bats: R / Throws: R
  • School Canyon View
  • Debut 09/15/2008
  • Drafted in the 2nd round (70th overall) by the Houston Astros in 2002 (signed for $550,000).
    View Draft Report
    The Major League Scouting Bureau gave Talbot the highest grade among Utah players. He has good raw arm strength, with a fastball that consistently hits 91-92 and tops at 94. He also has the makings of a tight curveball and a good changeup. Talbot has indicated he will not interrupt his blossoming baseball career by going on a mission.

Top Rankings

Organization Prospect Rankings

Minor League Top Prospects

Best Tools List

  • Rated Best Changeup in the Tampa Bay Rays in 2009
  • Rated Best Changeup in the International League in 2008
  • Rated Best Changeup in the Tampa Bay Rays in 2008
  • Rated Best Changeup in the Tampa Bay Rays in 2007
  • Rated Best Changeup in the Houston Astros in 2006
  • Rated Best Changeup in the Houston Astros in 2005

Scouting Reports

Download our app

Read the newest magazine issue right on your phone