The Book on Michael Saunders
Prospect Info
Michael Saunders
Born 11/19/1986
OF, SEA
A tall, sturdy Canadian, Saunders was a five-sport athlete in childhood and is a legitimate five-tool talent in the Seattle outfield. A natural center fielder with 20 home run potential and plus speed, he even touched 92mph as a sometime pitcher in high school. He'll be pushed fast, like all Seattle prospects seem to be, but unlike some that have fallen by the wayside, Saunders can probably handle the pressure and workload. He'll be fighting for an outfield spot in 2010's preseason, and might just win the job outright. Even if he falls short, he'll be on the speed dial for midseason.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (9/3/2010): #52 
Ranking in Baseball America 2010: #30
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: #62
Ranking in MiLB.com 2010 Season Preview Unranked
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: #74
Player Updates and Notes
Michael Saunders, called up to the Mariners on Friday to replace Milton Bradley, homered in his second at-bat against Ervin Santana. The Mariners top outfield prospect, Saunders had a shot at winning an everyday job in spring but missed out thanks to the Mariners numerous veteran signings. It's possible that a strong performance this month will earn him a permanent position in Seattle.
5/11/2010 by DataBoy
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