Rumors Out of Taiwan

by ~ March 27th, 2009 at 8:24 pm

(hat tip to Mariners Minors):

  • The Mariners are interested in 2B Ping-Chieh Chen, Taiwan’s fastest prep talent.  He’s regarded as one of the top prospects coming out of Taiwan, but despite his speed his lateral range at second base is a problem.  The Phillies, Cubs, Tigers and Twins are also pursuing Chen.
  • Seattle is also taking a look at RHP Yao-Lin Wang, who throws a high-80s fastball to go along with an average slider.  The Cubs and Rays are also interested.
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  • http://bleedingblueandteal.com Dustin Shires

    I did some reading on that Ping-Chieh Chen kid. Apparently, he doubles as a shortstop, but like Jon said, the lateral range is a problem, which basically limits him to a 2nd baseman who, supposedly, has a weak arm.

    But, the kid is supposed to be a wiz with the bat, contact wise. He has a good eye for the strike zone, and will put up good OBP’s, and high contact rates with almost no power.

    I could deal with that…