The latest news from Scout.com. The Scout.com Network covers college, NFL, MLB, high school, recruiting, and much more http://www.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://www.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2013 Scout.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. 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 Sun, 19 May 2013 23:54:47 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Wande Olabisi Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB6) 60 San Diego Padres prospect Wande Olabisi is raw. He didn’t play much baseball in college. With the strength of an ox and fleet of foot, the club is hoping he can develop into a fearsome player – catchers are already scared of him barreling down the third base line. http://padres.scout.com/2/1003212.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/1003212.html Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:57:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres San Diego Padres prospect James Needy’s knee troubles delayed his start to the season. The right-hander holds a ton of promise but has not been able to showcase his talent. http://padres.scout.com/2/998110.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/998110.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:29:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Fort Wayne, IN: San Diego Padres prospect Jason Hagerty is eager to prove that the system has depth at catcher. A switch-hitting bat with pop, Hagerty has improved defensively. He is hoping a more relaxed approach will lead to more success at the dish. http://padres.scout.com/2/985508.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/985508.html Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:41:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Two early games produced wins, as Portland got a strong effort from Will Inman, and Fort Wayne had all the hitters out – Nate Freiman, Wande Olabisi, and Edinson Rincon. Eight Storm hitters had a hit and seven scored a run while Erik Davis was impressive. http://padres.scout.com/2/964444.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/964444.html Thu, 22 Apr 2010 03:48:00 GMT 0 315 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 2010 TinCaps, the Low-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, will be a very experienced team on the mound, a blend of minor league veterans and college pitchers. In the field and at the plate, Fort Wayne will have a very young and very Latin American team. How young? Four of their projected eight everyday players are teenagers. http://padres.scout.com/2/960273.html 2047 John Conniff http://padres.scout.com/2/960273.html Wed, 07 Apr 2010 06:11:00 GMT 0 315 San Diego padres Peoria, AZ: The Low-A and High-A teams played in their first games on Friday against the Kansas City Royals – both winners. The Double-A and Triple-A teams were on the road and both lost. http://padres.scout.com/2/955498.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/955498.html Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:10:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Peoria, AZ: It is clear the message is being broadcast from the entire coaching staff – breeding players fit for Petco Park with an aggressive turn to the patient approach. There were also lots of highlights from three intrasquad games. http://padres.scout.com/2/955229.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/955229.html Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:04:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres In part I of our look at the San Diego Padres outfield prospects, MadFriars.com looked at those with the highest ceilings and where the jury was still out. Today, we eye those closest to the majors, the sleepers, and those that need to make their move. http://padres.scout.com/2/948494.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/948494.html Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:01:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Every year, there are deserving players who do not make MadFriars.com top 60 prospect rankings. These San Diego Padres prospects fit that bill. While these 46 prospects did not make our list, it does not diminish their talent level or ability. There will be plenty on this list that help the big league club in some capacity. http://padres.scout.com/2/927423.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/927423.html Wed, 09 Dec 2009 06:52:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Former AZL Padres and current Fort Wayne TinCaps manager Jose Flores expressed strong opinions on his cast of hitters, identifying strengths and weaknesses – including the Arizona Rookie League MVP. http://padres.scout.com/2/925927.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/925927.html Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:35:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Summary: The sun-baked Arizona League (AZL) Padres led the organization in hitting at .279/.358/.433, which is a big credit to their hitting coach, Bob Skube. http://padres.scout.com/2/908543.html 2047 John Conniff/Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/908543.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:19:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Another year, another MVP bat under the watch of hitting coach Bob Skube. The San Diego Padres have had a lot of success in the Arizona Rookie League, sending young talent ahead. The 2009 season was no different. http://padres.scout.com/2/905986.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/905986.html Mon, 05 Oct 2009 04:45:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Eugene, OR: For the first time in five years, a Eugene Emeralds game at Civic has been rained out. So – who is impressing in Arizona and around the system? Has anyone not met expectations. Several weigh in. http://padres.scout.com/2/878762.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/878762.html Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:50:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Wade LeBlanc has another strong game in Portland and Mike Baxter adds support. Mitch Canham has the eventual game-winner in a pinch-hit appearance. Beamer Weems has reached in all but two games. Michael Watt is masterful, as Fort Wayne wins again. Edinson Rincon ties it with his run and Emmanuel Quiles puts Eugene ahead in the 10th – only to lose. Wande Olabisi hits a grand slam in a thrashing. http://padres.scout.com/2/877237.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/877237.html Mon, 06 Jul 2009 05:14:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Fort Wayne TinCaps manager Doug Dascenzo had a message for his kids after an All-Star break that saw the San Diego Padres Low-A affiliate win the first half division crowd. http://padres.scout.com/2/875178.html 2047 Denis Savage http://padres.scout.com/2/875178.html Fri, 26 Jun 2009 04:14:00 GMT 1 315 San Diego padres Monday afternoon marked the beginning of another set of intrasquads at Sunken Diamond. A couple of pitchers shined, but overall, it was still another big day for the offense led by Sean Ratliff's two home runs. Included in this report are all of the highlights and statistics from the game, comments on the starting lineup plus much more. http://stanford.scout.com/2/612117.html 2047 Joe Ritzo http://stanford.scout.com/2/612117.html Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:21:00 GMT 1 18 Stanford stanford