Berrios on Baseball America's Hot Sheet

[Steve Lein]

Baseball America posted their Hot Sheet for the week last Friday, and there were some notes about Twins prospects.

 

First, Alex Meyer got the dubious mention in the "Not so hot" section after allowing 8 runs in 2 2/3 innings. This is not news to most of us here, and hopefully he can get back on track soon!

 

Second, Jose Berrios took home the #1 spot in the Hot Sheet after a week in which he allowed just 2 runs on 5 hits and 5 walks in 2 starts, while striking out 16.

 

In the chat, Matt Eddy was also asked a few questions relevant to Berrios:

 

"John (Chicago): Which of these sizzling minor league pitchers has the highest ceiling? Berrios? Brian Johnson? Aaron Nola? Eduardo Rodriguez?
Matt Eddy: In terms of raw pitch grades, I would give the edge to Berrios, then pick ‘em between Rodriguez and Nola, then Johnson. If you’re playing for this year, then Rodriguez probably gives you the best combo of stuff and upper-levels performance record."

 

"Brady (Sacramento): Please rank the following in terms of best pitching prospects Glasnow, Berrios, Urias and order in which you think they reach majors?
Matt Eddy: I think our preseason ranking still holds: Urias, Glasnow, then Berrios. Despite his extreme youth, Urias might actually be first to the majors."

 

Pretty good week for Berrios!