The Book on Colby Rasmus

Prospect Info

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Colby Rasmus
Born 8/11/1986
OF, STL

While often lost among the Prince Fielders and Cameron Maybins of hitting peers, Rasmus possesses a polish that few have at his level, a refinement that extends to his offensive approach, baserunning and defense. He strikes out a bit too much, but when he makes contact it's almost always solid contact: he's often compared to J.D. Drew. Of course, the Cardinals hope he comes with a less fragile set of bones.

By letting Jim Edmonds go, and bringing in no clear replacement (yet), the Cards seem to be signalling that they feel Rasmus is ready. It could be an exciting spring in St Lou.

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Player Updates and Notes

As a result of the MRI on his left knee, outfield prospect Colby Rasmus will be shut down for the season. He'll also be replaced on the USA Olympic roster. The Cardinals have not yet announced whether Rasmus will opt for corrective surgery, or if rest and rehab will be enough to prepare him for 2009.

7/23/2008 by KDaddy

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Outfielder Colby Rasmus, once considered an untouchable top prospect, is now surfacing in trade rumors, as St Louis looks for a way to contend with the recently-upgraded rival Cubs and Brewers.

7/22/2008 by KDaddy

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Colby Rasmus, laboring under a groin injury for the last week, may actually be suffering from a sports hernia that could require surgery, according to rumor swirling around St Louis today.

7/11/2008 by KDaddy

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Finally starting to show some signs of life, Rasmus has homered three times in his last ten games. It'll be a long climb to .300, but he's got the raw ability to get there.

6/6/2008 by BallGrrrl

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Rasmus is struggling mightily in AAA, barely holding his average over .200. He's going to have to do a lot better than that to get a shot at the Cardinal outfield.

5/18/2008 by KDaddy

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The Cardinals have traded Jim Edmonds to San Diego for a minor leaguer, which means few obstacles remain between Rasmus and the big leagues.

12/16/2007 by BallGrrrl

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