Bobby Cox may want to rethink his retirement.
Never shy about elevating top prospects, throughout the years Cox has overseen the arrival of a number of impact players at Turner Field.
Steve Avery, David Justice, Chipper Jones, Andruw Jones, Brian McCann, and most recently Tommy Hanson are among the high-profile stars to begin their careers under Cox’s guidance.
Now in Cox’s final year as skipper, Jason Heyward is ready to add his name to the lengthy list and cement himself in right field for years to come.
Despite the ever-growing hype surrounding him, Heyward has earned his position as baseball’s top prospect, not only through scary raw talent, but also with intangibles that belie his age.
Heyward’s plate discipline is beyond his ...
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Jason Heyward Ready to Take the Next Step with Atlanta Braves
Posted: 19th March 2010 by Michael Waters in MLBComments Off on Jason Heyward Ready to Take the Next Step with Atlanta Braves