The Book on Chin-Lung Hu

Graduated Prospect Info

Now that he's no longer rookie-eligible, The Book is closed on Chin-Lung Hu as a prospect. This page remains as a historical record of his time in our prospect list. Last bio and ranking update: 11/16/2007.

LADChin-Lung Hu
Born 2/2/1984
SS, LAD

A gap-hitting middle infielder with good defensive skills and developing power, Hu looks to be a part of the Dodgers future, though perhaps not until 2009.

With Rafael Furcal entrenched at SS, and Jeff Kent returning to L.A. for at least one more season, there won't be a place for Hu to play this year. And that's too bad: His .319/.337/.508 line in short AAA action last year means he's worth a look somewhere. If the Dodgers don't want him on the bench, or are otherwise reluctant to start his major league payroll clock, he'll spend the year in the minors before getting a chance to audition September. He's a frequent trade target, so don't be surprised to see his name come up during June and July.

Player Updates and Notes

While coaches have been impressed with young Hu's play and hustle, his .172 average is a pretty clear sign that he'll be bound for the minors again soon. He's stuck in the lineup this long only because of how beat up the Dodgers have been all year.

6/6/2008 by KDaddy

 

 

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