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This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Tue, 21 May 2013 12:46:08 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Ernesto Frieri Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB6) 60 When I read a top prospect lists my eyes always go first to the individual rankings of the players and whether or not I agree with them... http://padres.scout.com/2/1046362.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/1046362.html Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:46:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres We went over some of the top hitting and pitching prospects from this years’ Pacific League Portland Beavers with Randy Smith to get his impressions on their seasons and what they have been doing in the Instructional Leagues. http://padres.scout.com/2/1036276.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/1036276.html Mon, 03 Jan 2011 06:41:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Summary: The San Diego Padres Triple-A affiliate rarely found a consistent rotation that could be relied upon to stop the bleeding. Most of the success here came from moving parts that were transitioned in and out. http://padres.scout.com/2/1028644.html 2047 Denis Savage/John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/1028644.html Mon, 06 Dec 2010 05:59:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Portland, OR: Ernesto Frieri was signed by the Padres out of Columbia in 2005. In his five years with the San Diego organization, he has found success both as a starter and in relief, but this year he has put in his best performance as the Portland Beavers’ closer, earning a callup to San Diego. http://padres.scout.com/2/984815.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/984815.html Mon, 19 Jul 2010 06:57:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres We have reaction from reliever Ernesto Frieri on his call-up to the San Diego Padres. Allan Dykstra and Jaff Decker sparked a ninth inning rally. Edinson Rincon has been hitting of late. Keyvius Sampson and Chris Tremblay propel Eugene. Corey Adamson and Jorge Minyeti are the offense. http://padres.scout.com/2/983987.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/983987.html Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:47:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Two closers have impressive months while three starters, including two lefties, figure prominently in their respective leagues. John Conniff looks at them all with his subjective eye, looking for a pitcher to crown above them all within the San Diego Padres system. http://padres.scout.com/2/982368.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/982368.html Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:47:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Portland, OR: A few notes and observations from our recent trip to the San Diego Padres Triple-A affiliate, the Portland Beavers. http://padres.scout.com/2/980762.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/980762.html Tue, 29 Jun 2010 05:36:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Filled with helium, these San Diego Padres prospects are making a quick ascension up the prospect ranks with terrific seasons through the first half. We take a look at several prospects from each level. http://padres.scout.com/2/979429.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/979429.html Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:30:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Ernesto Frieri extended his scoreless streak and earned his fifth save. Sawyer Carroll ties it in the ninth and Mitch Canham scores the winner an inning later. Nick Schmidt earns his first win and Danny Payne drives in two. Robert Poutier gets a winning welcome to the Midwest League. http://padres.scout.com/2/967039.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/967039.html Sat, 01 May 2010 05:06:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres These San Diego Padres prospects are on the rise – whether it was strong springs or impressive beginnings to the season. http://padres.scout.com/2/963506.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/963506.html Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:29:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Synopsis: The Portland squad, as it is most years, is really more of a taxi squad for the San Diego Padres than a prospect laden minor league team, but there is some talent. Lance Zawadzki could become the Padres second baseman in 2011 and pitcher Wade LeBlanc and outfielder Aaron Cunningham, both of whom barely missed qualifying for prospect status, should see time in San Diego during the season. http://padres.scout.com/2/959954.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/959954.html Tue, 06 Apr 2010 04:12:00 GMT 0 315 San Diego padres The San Diego Padres will dip into the prospect pool at some point in 2010. Who are the starters closest to the majors? Also, every season is filled with pitchers who make a statement – we eye those sleepers. Finally, what pitching prospects still have question marks that need answers? http://padres.scout.com/2/957838.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/957838.html Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:53:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres San Diego Padres prospect Ernesto Frieri got a taste of big league action and is eager for more. His fastball command has taken him this far, but the secondary pitches must follow for him to reach his ceiling. http://padres.scout.com/2/951884.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/951884.html Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:13:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Is Cesar Carrillo back? Can Nathan Culp succeed at the highest level? Are Mike DeMark’s high walk totals a concern? What Will Inman did he see? We discussed all this and more with former San Antonio Missions and current Portland Beavers manager Terry Kennedy. http://padres.scout.com/2/937948.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/937948.html Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:21:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres The Missions play in what might be the toughest park to hit in the minors and possibly professional baseball when the strong south Texas wind blows in from left field. In each of the three years that San Antonio has been a part of the Padres’ organization, they have qualified for the playoffs. http://padres.scout.com/2/934673.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/934673.html Mon, 04 Jan 2010 03:28:00 GMT 0 315 San Diego padres Former San Antonio and current Portland pitching coach Steve Webber has been instrumental in teaching young San Diego Padres prospects the ropes. Quite a few have seen significant leaps under his tutelage. We caught up with Webber to discuss many San Antonio Missions pitching prospects. http://padres.scout.com/2/931314.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/931314.html Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:13:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres MadFriars.com annually ranks the top 60 San Diego Padres Prospects, and the best news is it gets harder and harder to do every season. That is a credit to the strengthening of the farm by the San Diego Padres’ front office and development staff. Take advantage of our Buy One Month, Get One Month Free promotion - EXTENDED through WEDNESDAY midnight! http://padres.scout.com/2/917979.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/917979.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:07:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Former San Diego Padres vice president of scouting and player development Grady Fuson pushed many of the players that were seen in San Antonio this year. Some responded and others did not. Do they offer hope for the future? MadFriars.com spoke with Fuson about those topics. http://padres.scout.com/2/916048.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/916048.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:10:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Summary: Despite playing in one of the best pitcher’s parks in minor league baseball, the Missions struggled to find consistency on that front throughout the season. Ernesto Frieri, Will Inman, and Cesar Carrillo showed some promise as starters while the Missions’ bullpen led by Brandon Gomes and Evan Scribner was able to keep the team competitive. http://padres.scout.com/2/915327.html 2047 John Conniff/Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/915327.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:25:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Mike Couchee is in his sixth year as the Padres’ minor league pitching coordinator after previously working in the Los Angeles Angels organization for 15 years. http://padres.scout.com/2/910625.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/910625.html Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:44:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres