The Book on Michael Burgess
Prospect Info
Michael Burgess
Born 10/20/1988
OF, WAS
A very strong athlete who could make many prospect lists as a power pitcher (his fastball is 92mph), Burgess is more likely to develop as a corner outfield bat. He's a bit young, but since Washington is in hardcore rebuilding mode, he could contribute sooner than he might on other teams. Right now he's all power and no discipline, but that power is special enough -- Jim Bowden calls it 'thunderous' -- that he's worth keeping an eye on.
Player Updates and Notes
Burgess, who has one of the highest upsides of any National prospect, has been invited to attend Accelerated Development Program this spring.
1/26/2008 by KDaddy

