The Book on Mike Leake
Prospect Info
Mike Leake
Born 11/12/1987
RHP, CIN
A two way player who can turn in above average range and defense in the outfield, Arizona righthander Mike Leake is more appealing to MLB scouts as a pitcher. While he lacks a classic plus pitch, he has four above-average ones, which is remarkable in such a young player, and the baseball smarts to infuriate batters. Some scouts see Leake as too small-bodied for 220-inning seasons, but ever since the rise of Tim Lincecum, smaller pitchers have been getting the benefit of the doubt. The Reds will likely develop Leake as a starter until something changes their mind.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (3/12/2010): #59 
Ranking in Baseball America 2010: #72
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: Unranked
Ranking in MiLB.com 2010 Season Preview: #53
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: #72
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