Here is how the Reds prospects performed in the game last night:
- Denis Phipps went 1-2 with a run and a steal.
- Zack Cozart went 2-3 with 2 doubles and a run.
- Todd Frazier went 0-2.
- Devin Mesoraco went 2-3 with 2 doubles and a run.
- Chris Valaika went 0-1.
Zack Cozart has been the hottest hitter in camp for the Reds over the last week or so, getting what seems like two hits every game.
TheBatsSignal.com has up an article on Neftali Soto. For those of you who aren’t checking in every few days, you should. It is the official blog for the Louisville Bats.
“[He] is working hard, continuing to improve defensively which is big for him because he’s finally settled in to one position at first base,” said David Bell. He has made the transition to first base smoothly, indeed, committing only four errors last season after making as many as 29 in 2009 while playing mostly third base.
Soto has been getting very strong reports on his defense at first base. His offense has gotten most of the publicity in the last year, but it’s nice to see him getting credit where it’s deserved. Go check out the article and give it a read.
Ryan Madson may have had another set back, though things are murky at this point. If he did have another set back, it may mean there is a spot open in the bullpen early in the season. That means the next week and a half are very important for a handful of guys who may have been competing for one spot where they may now be looking at fighting for two spots.