- Full name Troy Farnsworth
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As a late-round college pick, Farnsworth knew he would have to prove himself on the field to get the organization's attention. What better way to do that than to go out and lead the Carolina League in home runs and RBIs last year--and winning the RBI race by 26. He's a professional hitter and has the knack for hitting with men on base (.321 in 2000, compared to .154 with the bases empty). He does strike out a lot, however, and he was old for his league, so he'll have to prove himself against better pitching. He has holes defensively and made 17 errors splitting time between first and third last year. Because he doesn't run well, first is probably his long-term position. Farnsworth is the kind of player organizations draft to fill spots in the minor leagues, and not the kind of player they project to make it to the majors. But every now and then a player like that breaks through, and Farnsworth hit enough last year to earn a longer look. If he can post similar numbers in Double-A, he'll put himself in the Cardinals' plans.