Good card to buy?

toppsfan · 01-19-2013, 07:56 PM

Have 5 bucks on paypal and want to get a cheap prospect auto or refractor. Don't know much on prospects, but is there anyone with promise I can get in this range?
Saw an Austin Aune auto from Sterling, not sure if hes any good, but he IS a yankee...

death2redemptions · 01-19-2013, 07:58 PM

Well Yankees have a horrible farm system, they just have money and buy up all the free agents, rarely do they have good home grown talent

Giancarlo27 · 01-19-2013, 08:01 PM

buy a marcus stroman base auto

toppsfan · 01-19-2013, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

Well Yankees have a horrible farm system, they just have money and buy up all the free agents, rarely do they have good home grown talent

Jeter

Though few and far between

death2redemptions · 01-19-2013, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by toppsfan

Jeter

Though few and far between

That was a LONG time ago! I'm talking about their farm system in the last decade

Yankees_Pride · 01-19-2013, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

Well Yankees have a horrible farm system, they just have money and buy up all the free agents, rarely do they have good home grown talent

Jeter, cano, petitte, nova, montero, Nunez, Gardner, posada, need I say More?

death2redemptions · 01-19-2013, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Yankees_Pride

Jeter, cano, petitte, nova, montero, Nunez, Gardner, posada, need I say More?

Jeter, Petitte and Posada were drafted in the 90's. Gardner sucks and Nunez hasn't proved himself. Ivan Nova and Robinson Cano turned out to become good players

toppsfan · 01-19-2013, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

Jeter, Petitte and Posada were drafted in the 90's. Gardner sucks and Nunez hasn't proved himself. Ivan Nova and Robinson Cano turned out to become good players

I disagree and would say Gardner is a solid asset to have, however its all opinions!
Back to OP, what should I buy as maybe something to pc?

Thommy · 01-19-2013, 09:58 PM

Dee Gordon

saraceno21 · 01-19-2013, 11:24 PM

Pick up a Rizzo finest rookie

death2redemptions · 01-20-2013, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by saraceno21

Pick up a Rizzo finest rookie

One, he is looking for a PROSPECT autograph

Two, I don't think you'll find a Topps Finest Anthony Rizzo autograph for five bucks

mdogg · 01-20-2013, 07:22 AM

Austin Aune is a stud!!!

saraceno21 · 01-20-2013, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

One, he is looking for a PROSPECT autograph

Two, I don't think you'll find a Topps Finest Anthony Rizzo autograph for five bucks

I was thinking a finest refractor non auto rookie. You can pick them up for $4.50 on comc. I still consider Rizzo a prospect.

rudyjustinfarrell · 01-20-2013, 08:58 AM

Scouting Book: Best Baseball Prospects for 2012 and 2013

I was looking at prospects last night and came across this website. Take a look and do YOUR homework. Might be a gem in there.

rolewiii · 01-20-2013, 11:19 AM

Marcus Stroman and Stryker Trahan from '12 Sterling. Those prices have dropped off big time. Also, Francisco Lindor if you're lucky.

toppsfan · 01-20-2013, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

One, he is looking for a PROSPECT autograph

Two, I don't think you'll find a Topps Finest Anthony Rizzo autograph for five bucks

Thank you, although the card didn't meet my description, it was immidiately ruled out upon the basis of Rizzo being a Cub.

JohnnysBench · 01-20-2013, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

Well Yankees have a horrible farm system, they just have money and buy up all the free agents, rarely do they have good home grown talent

How about Tyler Austin, isn't that monster still in the Yankees system?

death2redemptions · 01-20-2013, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnnysBench

How about Tyler Austin, isn't that monster still in the Yankees system?

Not even in the top 50 prospects. He does have some potential

toppsfan · 01-20-2013, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by death2redemptions

Not even in the top 50 prospects. He does have some potential

What position?

JoshHamilton · 01-20-2013, 07:20 PM

Michael Wacha

Tugarpj · 01-20-2013, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by toppsfan

What position?

Look it up.

toppsfan · 01-20-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Tugarpj

Look it up.

Couldn't have just typed "Catcher"?

csmtampa · 01-20-2013, 08:40 PM

1994 Topps Ben Grieve. Heard he's going to be great!

toppsfan · 01-20-2013, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by csmtampa

1994 Topps Ben Grieve. Heard he's going to be great!

Already bought a 12.7 card lot of his last night.

rangerfans2 · 02-07-2013, 06:53 PM

Baseball Card Prospector

Stryker Trahan- Taking A Flyer on Catcher who can Fly

Buys

(Edit Post)

by RyanW

I get a lot of questions about which low priced prospects I would recommend. For me that goes against my general prospecting philosophy because prospects, even high end prospects, are inherently risky. With that being said, I tend to focus generally on Top 100 types with a preference for hitters, big markets, power, and premium positions. Focusing on those factors, reduces the risk without giving up a proportional amount of reward. However, it is fun to swing for the fences now and then, especially if a players tools suggest the light could come on at any moment. It may also be the case, although rare, that the prospecting community may have overlooked a prospect and prices reflect it. Bowman Draft presents a good opportunity to find some of the price anomalies, as prospects get very little playing time in some cases after signing. The Bowman Draft product is usually stacked with guys that may have flown under the radar. Enough of my blabbering and on to the substance….2012-Bowman-Draft-Chrome-Prospect-Autographs-Stryker-Trahan-210x300

Stryker Trahan is a prospect that I am willing to roll the dice on. His Bowman Draft Base Auto is trading at $9.00 (See Price Guide) as of this post. Stryker was drafted by the Diamond Backs in the first round and flashes both plus raw power and above average speed, which is a rarity among catchers. Physically, he also looks the part…it is easy to see him crushing some baseballs in the future. Baseball Prospectus rates his tools as follows 6+ arm, 7 Raw Power, and 6 run.

John Sickels had the following to say in his Arizona Top 20 Prospects for 2013 about Stryker.
“7) Stryker Trahan, C, Grade B: 2012 first rounder features good combination of power, patience, and speed as an offensive player. He has the tools to catch, but even if he ends up as an outfielder his bat will play.”

The athleticism and work ethic I have read about, along with Styrker’s early success in the Arizona League (Baseball Reference Stats) which included .422 OBP, 8 SB’s, and 5 HR in 167 AB, gives me some comfort in thinking he should have continued success. The arm and athletic ability give him a decent shot at staying behind the plate as well. If it all works out you could be looking at a power hitting catcher, with a plus arm, and the ability to make something happen on the bases. That combination would have Stryker shooting up prospects lists with his prices sure to follow.

Next post…I’ll tell you who I am highest on from the 2012 Bowman Draft release.

Buy Stryker!

01-19-2013, 07:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
toppsfan Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,211	Good card to buy? Have 5 bucks on paypal and want to get a cheap prospect auto or refractor. Don't know much on prospects, but is there anyone with promise I can get in this range? Saw an Austin Aune auto from Sterling, not sure if hes any good, but he IS a yankee... __________________ PC: Tony Romo, Demarco Murray, 2013 Bowman base/parallels, CARL YASTRZEMSKI, Mickey Mantle, BILL RUSSELL, Baseba HOF'ers Buying: Tyler Pike, Amaya, and Marcus Stroman

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death2redemptions Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Scottsdale Arizona Posts: 6,394 ddavisaz	Well Yankees have a horrible farm system, they just have money and buy up all the free agents, rarely do they have good home grown talent __________________ If it is any consolation, I ignored the Death2redemptions tard months ago. he gets sad and starts lashing out and trying to hurt people....he doesn't troll, he just likes to lash out as if the internet was a real thing and hopes his words hurt....people like that are a waste of time ~ Gibberish

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Giancarlo27 Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 3,433	buy a marcus stroman base auto __________________ Collecting: Giancarlo Stanton, Matt Harvey BUYING: Tyler Skaggs, Mark Montgomery

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rudyjustinfarrell Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7,530 rudyjustinfarrell	Scouting Book: Best Baseball Prospects for 2012 and 2013 I was looking at prospects last night and came across this website. Take a look and do YOUR homework. Might be a gem in there. __________________ Always willing to talk shop or B/S/T.

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saraceno21 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 206 Saraceno21 Saraceno21	Pick up a Rizzo finest rookie

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mdogg Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,936	Austin Aune is a stud!!!

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rolewiii Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: The Rust Belt Posts: 156 rolewiii13 rolewiii	Marcus Stroman and Stryker Trahan from '12 Sterling. Those prices have dropped off big time. Also, Francisco Lindor if you're lucky.

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JoshHamilton Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 1,239	Michael Wacha

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csmtampa Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 2,747	1994 Topps Ben Grieve. Heard he's going to be great!

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rangerfans2 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 250 rangerfans2	Baseball Card Prospector Stryker Trahan- Taking A Flyer on Catcher who can Fly Buys (Edit Post) by RyanW I get a lot of questions about which low priced prospects I would recommend. For me that goes against my general prospecting philosophy because prospects, even high end prospects, are inherently risky. With that being said, I tend to focus generally on Top 100 types with a preference for hitters, big markets, power, and premium positions. Focusing on those factors, reduces the risk without giving up a proportional amount of reward. However, it is fun to swing for the fences now and then, especially if a players tools suggest the light could come on at any moment. It may also be the case, although rare, that the prospecting community may have overlooked a prospect and prices reflect it. Bowman Draft presents a good opportunity to find some of the price anomalies, as prospects get very little playing time in some cases after signing. The Bowman Draft product is usually stacked with guys that may have flown under the radar. Enough of my blabbering and on to the substance….2012-Bowman-Draft-Chrome-Prospect-Autographs-Stryker-Trahan-210x300 Stryker Trahan is a prospect that I am willing to roll the dice on. His Bowman Draft Base Auto is trading at $9.00 (See Price Guide) as of this post. Stryker was drafted by the Diamond Backs in the first round and flashes both plus raw power and above average speed, which is a rarity among catchers. Physically, he also looks the part…it is easy to see him crushing some baseballs in the future. Baseball Prospectus rates his tools as follows 6+ arm, 7 Raw Power, and 6 run. John Sickels had the following to say in his Arizona Top 20 Prospects for 2013 about Stryker. “7) Stryker Trahan, C, Grade B: 2012 first rounder features good combination of power, patience, and speed as an offensive player. He has the tools to catch, but even if he ends up as an outfielder his bat will play.” The athleticism and work ethic I have read about, along with Styrker’s early success in the Arizona League (Baseball Reference Stats) which included .422 OBP, 8 SB’s, and 5 HR in 167 AB, gives me some comfort in thinking he should have continued success. The arm and athletic ability give him a decent shot at staying behind the plate as well. If it all works out you could be looking at a power hitting catcher, with a plus arm, and the ability to make something happen on the bases. That combination would have Stryker shooting up prospects lists with his prices sure to follow. Next post…I’ll tell you who I am highest on from the 2012 Bowman Draft release. Buy Stryker! __________________ Bucket http://s1282.photobucket.com/albums/a524/rangerfans2/ Buying and trading for Harper 2011 BC Autos, Harper BDP1 Autos, Trout, Baez, Brinson, Guzman, Bogaerts, Profar, Bundy..PC Mays, Aaaron,and Nolan Ryan Newer On Card AU

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