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BRETT ANDERSON												LHP
Double-A Midland/Athletics
The son of Oklahoma State coach Frank Anderson was a supplemental first-round pick of the Diamondbacks, then joined Oakland's organization in the Dan Haren trade.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
9	4	4.14	14	13	0	0	74	68	18	80	.238
JAKE ARRIETA												RHP
High Class A Frederick/Orioles
The Orioles waited until the fifth round to pop Arrieta in 2007 after his draft stock fell. His fastball touched 96 mph in the Carolina League-California League all-star game.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
5	3	2.88	15	15	0	0	84	57	39	85	.192
TREVOR CAHILL												RHP
Double-A Midland/Athletics
A San Diego high school product, Cahill has used a heavy sinker and good curveball to dominate Californai League hitters, earning a promotion to Double-A at age 20.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
6	4	2.70	15	14	0	0	93	54	34	109	.170
WILL INMAN												RHP
Double-A San Antonio/Padres
A short righty with average stuff, Inman has used his knack for pitching and control to thrive as a pro, even after being traded to San Diego from Milwaukee in the Scott Linebrink deal.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
8	3	2.96	16	16	2	0	85	64	36	92	.206
KEVIN JEPSEN												RHP
Triple-A Salt Lake/Angels
A hard-throwing Nevada native, Jepsen has gotten healthy and progressed past A-ball for the first time in his career. A move to the bullpen suits his power stuff.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
2	3	1.99	30	0	0	12	41	30	24	45	.211
RYAN MATTHEUS												RHP
Double-A Tulsa/Rockies
Signed for $700,000 as a draft-and-follow back in 2004, Mattheus entered this season with a 5.47 career ERA as a starter. He also has thrived after moving to the 'pen.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
2	2	3.15	34	0	0	12	34	29	16	31	.244
KEVIN PUCETAS												RHP
High Class A San Jose/Giants
A product of Division II Limestone (S.C.), Pucetas is another example of the Giants' ability to develop pitchers. He's the Al Davis of minor league pitchers. Just win, baby: he's 29-5 in his pro career.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
7	0	2.76	12	12	0	0	65	57	15	51	.234
CLAYTON RICHARD												LHP
Triple-A Charlotte/White Sox
In a depleted White Sox system, Richard moved past A-ball for the first time in his career and has taken his high-80s sinker and good control all the way up to Triple-A.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
9	6	2.34	16	16	2	0	104	78	16	65	.207
JESS TODD												RHP
Double-A Springfield/Cardinals
Todd's power slider helped him set Arkansas' single-game strikeouts record. He's shown more durability and a better knack for pitching than expected in his first full pro season.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
5	2	1.74	16	12	0	1	83	58	18	72	.198
CASEY WEATHERS												RHP
Double-A Tulsa/Rockies
The No. 8 overall pick last year after an All-America year at Vanderbilt, Weathers has developed quickly since being converted from outfielder in junior college to a reliever.
W	L	ERA	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	BB	SO	AVG
1	0	2.37	30	0	0	1	30	20	17	36	.183
BRYAN ANDERSON												C
Triple-A Memphis/Cardinals
A repeat Futures Gamer, Anderson also has Team USA experience as a member of the 2007 World Cup team, which won the gold medal in November.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.337	193	25	65	11	1	2	28	17	31	0	.392	.435
LOU MARSON												C
Double-A Reading/Phillies
After a slow start to his pro career offensively, Marson has improved markedly the last two seasons, showing improved power and a better ability to make consistent contact.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.329	225	37	74	15	0	2	37	48	45	3	.446	.422
TAYLOR TEAGARDEN												C
Triple-A Oklahoma/Rangers
It's easy to get lost in the Rangers' suddenly deep farm system, but Teagarden's improved bat and reputation for fine catch-and-throw skills (when healthy) keeps him near the top of the list.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.219	183	25	40	5	3	7	19	31	59	1	.341	.393
CHRIS DAVIS												1B
Triple-A Oklahoma/Rangers
A move to first base from third has helped unlock his above-average raw power, as has improved plate discipline. He got called up in late June, putting his roster spot in jeopardy.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.333	297	77	99	21	1	23	73	26	73	7	.386	.643
JASON DONALD												SS
Double-A Reading/Phillies
Donald's production as a pro has mirrored his college career at Arizona, only now he's using wood bats. His steady approach and defensive versatility stand out.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.303	244	39	74	13	3	9	38	34	58	8	.397	.492
MAT GAMEL												3B
Double-A Huntsville/Brewers
The Brewers have had no problem developing hitters of late, but they just keep doing it. Gamel was leading the minors in hits and total bases as part of a powerhouse Stars lineup.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.371	307	65	114	25	5	15	66	33	57	5	.432	.632
CHRIS GETZ												2B
Triple-A Charlotte/White Sox
Getz has excellent speed, bat control and defensive versatility, stamping himself as a future utility player. With his improved power, though, he was making a case to be a regular.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.304	260	35	79	15	1	6	29	22	37	7	.355	.438
MATT LAPORTA												of/1B
Double-A Huntsville/Brewers
LaPorta led Division I in home runs in 2005, but injuries ruined his 2006 season. He returned to form in '07, the Brewers took him seventh overall and his bat has made them look very good.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.294	262	50	77	20	2	19	59	39	55	1	.408	.603
CLIFF PENNINGTON												2B
Triple-A Sacramento/Athletics
Leg injuries slowed Pennington last season, but he got healthy this year and has returned to being a disruptive force atop the lineup. His fine defense up the middle also has returned.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.272	301	60	82	12	4	1	26	56	49	21	.385	.349
CHRIS VALAIKA												SS
Double-A Chattanooga/Reds
Valaika's international experience makes him a likely Olympian. He's played for USA Baseball's youth, junior and college national teams previously.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.315	298	47	94	18	1	11	48	21	59	4	.365	.493
DEXTER FOWLER												OF
Double-A Tulsa/Rockies
A potential five-tool talent, Fowler's skills have caught up rapidly with his prodigious athletic ability; he was a Harvard basketball recruit.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.314	290	60	91	21	5	7	45	35	62	15	.395	.493
GREG GOLSON												OF
Double-A Reading/Phillies
Packed with offensive potential, Golson was having his best minor league season before a sprained left wrist sidelined him in June.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.299	251	41	75	13	2	7	36	14	77	17	.335	.450
ANDREW MCCUTCHEN												OF
Triple-A Indianapolis/Pirates
Part of the 2005 draft class of prep outfielders that includes Justin Upton and Cameron Maybin, McCutchen is close to joining them in the majors with his power-speed combination.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.283	300	45	85	18	0	8	31	33	52	21	.363	.423
NATE SCHIERHOLTZ												OF
Triple-A Fresno/Giants
The Giants remain patient with Schierholtz, an improved defender who has plus raw power that will show more as he improves his plate discipline.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.297	263	42	78	14	8	11	48	18	41	9	.350	.536
DENARD SPAN												OF
Triple-A Rochester/Twins
A 2002 first-round pick, Span has had his best season in 2008 and saw his first big league time. His above-average speed and center field defense make him a good fit for the Olympics.
AVG	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	OBP	SLG
.333	138	30	46	9	1	3	14	26	31	15	.439	478