2017 Arizona Diamondbacks Top 15 prospects
Jan 1 2017
Organization Grades
Hitting: D ... Pitching: D+ ... Top-end Talent: F ... Depth: C- ... Overall: D-
Minor League Affiliates
Triple-A: Reno (Triple A West)
Double-A: Amarillo (Double A Central)
High-A: Hillsboro (A+ West)
Low-A: Visalia (A West)
Rookie: ACL D-backs (Arizona Complex League)
Rookie: DSL D-backs (Dominican Summer League)
1. Anthony Banda (LHP) ... 6-3, 175 ... 23 ... 2012 (10) San Jacinto College
Comments: Took giant leap forward in '16. Picked up 2 to 3 mph on 2-seam FB without losing arm side fade. Spike CB showing signs of becoming out pitch. CU started showing signs of becoming workable MLB option. Still inconsistent, features solid fade and good speed differential.
Development Path: Banda could battle for a MLB rotation spot...
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