Jose Dominguez

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Texas Rangers #13 prospect in 2003
  Dominguez had visa issues to start the 2002 season, but instead of having his age revised upward, Dominguez just had his season delayed. He didn't return to the United States in time to start spring training, got going in extended spring and then finally got into his first game action in late June. Once he got started, he took to Texas' tandem-starter concept and showed a plus arm, with a low-90s fastball as well as one of the organization's best changeups. It's a circle change thrown with excellent arm action that helped him average more than a strikeout an inning. The changeup helps him neutralize lefthanded hitters, who hit just .204 against him with one home run in 98 at-bats. Dominguez still has much to learn in terms of carrying his stuff throughout a game, refining his slider (which came along during instructional league) and improving his fastball command. He'll also need to show he can pitch a full season, which he should get a chance to do in high Class A in 2003.
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  Ranked Texas Rangers #14 prospect in 2002
  The new regime of general manager John Hart and assistant GM Grady Fuson reaffirmed that the Rangers will invest heavily in the international market. After allowing their foothold to slip in the Dominican Republic, Texas has re-established its interests there. The club's best Dominican newcomer last year was Jose Dominguez, who made his U.S. debut at age 18. He led the Gulf Coast League club in innings and strikeouts. His live arm and projectable, lean frame have the Rangers eagerly anticipating his future. He throws a plus-plus fastball that touched 96 mph last year. Like Jovanny Cedeno, Dominguez displays a feel for a deceptive changeup. He also has the makings of an above-average curveball. Dominguez is raw but filled with promise and is expected to make the leap to low Class A Savannah.

• December, 2001 Scouting Report
  The new regime of general manager John Hart and assistant GM Grady Fuson reaffirmed that the Rangers will invest heavily in the international market. After allowing their foothold to slip in the Dominican Republic, Texas has re-established its interests there. The club's best Dominican newcomer last year was Jose Dominguez, who made his U.S. debut at age 18. He led the Gulf Coast League club in innings and strikeouts. His live arm and projectable, lean frame have the Rangers eagerly anticipating his future. He throws a plus-plus fastball that touched 96 mph last year. Like Jovanny Cedeno, Dominguez displays a feel for a deceptive changeup. He also has the makings of an above-average curveball. Dominguez is raw but filled with promise and is expected to make the leap to low Class A Savannah.