H/W:  6-2  180 lb.     B/T:  L/L     DOB:  11/20/87

After a sterling 2007 debut, Jeff Locke's 2008 campaign left much to be desired.  Pitching the entire season at full season Low-A Rome, Locke compiled a 5-12 record with a 4.06 ERA and 38 BB/113 K's in 139.2 IP.  His low 90's fastball has excellent movement and late life down in the zone which helps him to force ground ball outs (1.59 GO/FO) and limit home runs.  Complimenting the fastball is a power curveball and fading changeup.  Both of these pitches have the potential to be plus offerings and Locke has a good feel commanding them in the strike zone.  Locke has a competitive demeanor and is not afraid to challenge hitters with his stuff.  There are some mechanical glitches in his delivery and some refining that must be done with some of the game's more subtle nuances, but the Braves organization remains quite optimistic that the 21 year old southpaw will be able to address these successfully in the ensuing seasons.

2009 Projection: So which version of Locke do we buy into?  The 2007 model that dominated hitters at short season Danville or the 2008 Rome model that struggled at times with his consistency?  Judging from his pure stuff and command numbers, it seems reasonable that he will rebound to put up solid numbers at High-A Myrtle Beach.  Watch to see if his strikeout totals increase this coming year, as they were down by more than 3 per 9 innings.  His ability to dominate hitters with his stuff will give an indicator of whether he fits the bill as a top of the rotation starter or mid-rotation inning eater.

Key Jeff Locke Baseball Cards:

• 2007 Bowman Chrome Prospects
• 2007 Bowman Heritage Auto
• 2008 Bowman Sterling Auto

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H/W:  6-0  175 lb.     B/T:  R/R     DOB:  9/7/87

Hernandez put up another solid season at High-A Myrtle Beach despite missing a month with a hamstring injury.  The effects of that setback had a slightly detrimental effect on his numbers, but Gorkys still managed to hit .263 with 5 HR 42 RBI 20 SB and 75 runs in 100 games.  When fully healthy, Hernandez has as much speed as anyone in the Braves' system and he uses it effectively on the bases.  He seems to be discovering his decent power potential as well.  Hernandez had 34 XBH in '08 and he has continued to improve his plate discipline, earning a 48 BB/79 K ratio.  Defensively, the Braves are loaded with high upside outfielders, but no one in the system has as much top of the order potential as the 21 year old Venezuelan.

2009 Projection: Hernandez should be ready to return to his basestealing ways at AA Mississippi in April.  Keep an eye on the stolen base totals, as his ability to wreak havoc on the basepaths is what sets him apart from other offensive talents in the Braves' system.  Watch his power development as well.  Hernandez has some power to the gap, and has some potential for growth left in his frame that could translate to double digit HR's down the road.

Key Gorkys Hernandez Baseball Cards:

• 2007 Bowman Chrome Prospects
• 2007 Bowman Chrome Draft
• 2007 Bowman Sterling
• 2008 Bowman Sterling Auto
• 2008 Bowman Chrome Draft

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H/W:  6-4  195 lb.     B/T:  L/R     DOB:  8/18/88

The Braves' 2006 1st round pick continued to mash the ball at full season Low-A Rome hitting .252 with 26 HR 89 RBI and 62 runs scored.  Johnson has a long, projectible frame that promises to add more bulk as he ages.  His big lefthanded swing generates awesome torque that lofts the ball out of any part of the ballpark.  The downside of a big swing is the proclivity to have exploitable holes and Johnson's hack is no exception.  Last season, Cody struck out an alarming 177 times in 127 games while drawing just 40 walks.  Defensively, Johnson has made some positive strides as an outfielder, though he should be strictly limited to LF as a pro.  The Braves knew when they drafted Cody that he was going to be a long-term project, but they are pleased by the early returns on their investment.  In time, Johnson could develop into a prolific power hitter in the mold of Adam Dunn or a cataclysmic bust a la Rick Elder. 

2009 Projection: Cody will start the '09 season at High-A Myrtle Beach, which should provide a good challenge for him.  Of course, the numbers to watch are the K's.  Johnson will always rack up big strikeout numbers, but the hope for him is to limit them to a level that is closer to a one per game average.  If  he can turn 20-30 of his K's into walks, Johnson has the potential to be a .270-.280 hitter with 30+ HR potential at the major league level.  It seems a bit irrational to call 2009 a make or break season for Cody, especially since he will be just 20 years old for most of it, but the amount of outfield depth in Atlanta's farm system could rapidly pass him by if he continues to struggle.

Key Cody Johnson Baseball Cards:

• 2006 Bowman Originals
• 2006 Bowman Chrome Draft AFLAC Redemption
• 2006 Bowman Chrome Draft Auto
• 2006 Bowman Sterling Auto
• 2007 Bowman Prospects Auto

H/W:  6-3  215 lb.     B/T:  R/L     DOB:  1/8/90

The Braves used the 40th selection of the '08 draft to select this first team All-American southpaw.  The Florida high schooler had a dominant season pitching to a 12-1 record with a 0.41 ERA and 140 K's in 86 IP.  He continued his quality showings with the Braves' GCL affiliate allowing just one earned run in 9.2 innings.  Devall has a long, projectible frame that can add more bulk as he matures.  Despite his size, Brett is not overpowering, but he does have excellent command of three major league quality pitches.  HIs 90-92 MPH fastball has some sink to it and he mixes it well with a straight change that has good depth.  His only breaking pitch at this point is a slurvy curveball that actually should develop into more of a slider.  There is a lot of promise in this pitch and many within baseball circles think that it will become an effective outpitch for him.  Devall has a fluid delivery that is mechanically sound and very repeatable.  This should help to keep him from having pitching-related injuries and lapses in control.  There is projectibility with DeVall, but some feel that his ceiling is a bit limited due to the fact that he doesn't have ace-like stuff.  Nevertheless, the Braves are adept at scouting and refining young pitching talent and the chances of Brett becoming a quality #2 or #3 starter seems to be quite bright.

2009 Projection: After a brief successful stint with the Braves' GCL affiliate, DeVall should move to full season Rome for the '09 season.  The main thing to watch with DeVall is his ability to dominate hitters at this lower level.  The strikeout numbers are always a prime indicator, but keep an eye on his GO/FO ratio as well.  He induced 1.86 GO/FO outs in his professional debut and, if he can keep this up, it will demonstrate that he is effectively controlling other hitters. The Braves have a stable of young quality arms in their system and DeVall is assuredly one of them.

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H/W:  6-5  200 lb.     B/T:  R/R      DOB:  12/27/88

Porcello's first professional season was a resounding success giving Tigers team officials a bit of relief after signing him to a $7 million MLB deal topped with a $3.5 million signing bonus.  Porcello pitched the entire season at High-A Lakeland where he compiled an 8-6 record with a 2.66 ERA and an appealing 2.48 GO/FO ratio.  Porcello features four MLB-quality pitches including a 92-94 MPH fastball with heavy sink and late movement.  He can bump it up to the 96-97 MPH range when needed.  His curve has a sharp 12-6 break and his changeup is evolving into a MLB plus pitch.  What's more is that Porcello has a good idea how to use them effectively in game settings.  Porcello has impeccable control, surrendering just 33 BB and 7 HR in 125 IP to advanced Florida State League hitters.  His delivery is clean, balanced and technically sound which should help him to stay healthy, and his long, projectible frame shows promise of building more strength and stamina.  Despite his considerable tools and attributes, it was odd to see a low strikeout rate from Porcello.  He struck out just 73 hitters in 125 IP.  Additionally, Porcello became quite hittable with runners on base, as his ERA jumped from 0.68 w/bases empty to 4.88 w/runners aboard.  Both of these could be attested to the fact that Porcello pitched in a highly talented and advanced league at a young age.  Rick Porcello is one of baseball's elite young pitchers and his future as Detroit's frontline starter will happen soon.

2009 Projection: Porcello signed a major league contract, which means that barring any  unforeseen setbacks the Tigers will aggressively promote him through their system.  There are several prognosticators that believe he will wear a Tigers uniform at some point in 2009.  A more prudent projection would place him at AA Erie in April with a move to AAA Toledo happening at some point in the middle of the season.  If all goes well, he may get some September innings with the big club and a spot in the 2010 rotation seems quite likely.  Porcello's first year autographs in the 2008 Donruss Threads and Donruss Elite Extra autos are very popular on eBay right now and should grow in value as Porcello develops into the Tigers' future ace.

Key Rick Porcello Baseball Cards:

• 2008 Donruss Threads Diamond Kings Auto #/500
• 2008 Donruss Elite Extra Auto #/???

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H/W:  6-3  195 lb.     B/T:  R/R     DOB:  8/23/88

It was a tale of two seasons for the former AFLAC All-American.  The Braves began Gilmore at full season Low-A Rome and he stunk up the joint hitting just .186 through 26 games.  After pulling the plug on that promotion, Gilmore was sent to short season Danville where he enjoyed much more success hitting .337 with 4 HR and 31 RBI.  Gilmore has the potential to be a very special power hitter with a smooth swing that generates good leverage and HR pop to all fields.  He is very balanced at the plate, which allows for him to react well to fastballs and offspeed pitches alike.  Defensively, Gilmore has the tools to be a top-rate 3B with soft hands, quick reactions, and a strong, accurate arm.  In addition to his physical skills, Jon is a grinder who eats and breathes baseball.  Gilmore proved himself to be mentally tough by taking the demotion in stride and having a successful second half to his season.  Gilmore needs to progress in working himself deeper into counts and drawing more walks.  As his power comes forward, pitchers will be more reluctant to give him pitches to hit in the zone.  Gilmore's selectivity will be a crucial element in determining his ability to hit for a high average down the road.

2009 Projection: Gilmore will give Rome another shot, likely with better results.  Look to see if he can improve his walk rate as well as his power.  Gilmore has an athletic and strong physique that could build muscular bulk. If and when he does this, his HR power will progress and more people's eyes will be opened to his abilities, making his 2007 autographed cards more valuable commodities.

Key Jonathan Gilmore Baseball Cards:

• 2007 Bowman Chrome Draft Auto
• 2007 Bowman Sterling Auto
• 2007 Donruss Elite Extra Auto #/819

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H/W:  6-4  245 lb.     B/T:  R/R     DOB: 1/24/86

Flowers had a solid season at High-A Myrtle Beach hitting .288 with 17 HR 88 RBI and a league-high 98 walks.  Flowers has a massive frame that should produce 25-30 HR power at the major league level.  If he sticks as a catcher, this would make him an All-Star, though it is quite possible that he will have to move to a corner infield position as Brian McCann is firmly entrenched as the leader of the Braves' battery.  Flowers has enough athleticism to make the move to 1B or 3B and the move may be better for him in the long run as he has already had a knee surgery.  One caveat to Flowers' game is his 50 game suspension for the use of PED's that he served at the beginning of the '07 season.  Flowers, for his part, admitted to the mistake saying that he used bad judgment as a member of Chipola CC's baseball team.  Braves officials seem to be satisfied with the progress that Flowers has made since the suspension.

2009 Projection: Flowers has absolutely hammered Arizona Fall League pitching to the tune of a .385 BA with a league leading 10 HR 18 RBI and 20 runs scored.  Expect his '09 debut to be with AAA Gwinnett and, if he can continue to replicate his promising numbers, a trip to Atlanta is imminent.  Flowers' first year autographs in the 2008 Donruss Threads set are immensely popular and should continue as he blossoms into a major league slugger.

Key Tyler Flowers Baseball Cards:

• 2008 Donruss Threads Auto #/999

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H/W:  6-5  220 lb.     B/T:  L/R     DOB:  9/12/89

Freeman's 2008 season may have been the best of any prospect in the Braves' system.  As an 18 year old, Freeman dominated the talented pitchers South Atlantic League batting .316 with 18 HR and 95 RBI.  Freeman seemed to get better as the season went on, hitting .349 after the All-Star break with 10 HR.  With a massive frame and long arms, Freeman produces easy power to all fields.  However, he is not a one-dimensional masher, as he combined to hit 33 doubles and 7 triples while earning a .384 OBP due to a solid 48 BB/84 K ratio.  Freeman has a knack for manufacturing runs i Read the full story

H/W:  6-6  210 lb.     B/T:  R/R     DOB:  8/28/86

You'd be hard pressed to find many pitchers that had a better season than Tommy Hanson.  Over two levels, Hanson was dominant combining to go 11-5 with a 2.41 ERA and 163 K's in 138 IP.  This included a 14 strikeout no-hitter against AA Birmingham on June 25th.  Hanson added a couple ticks to his fastball which now sits at 92-94 MPH with good movement.  His curveball and slider are also already MLB plus pitches and his changeup shows quite a bit of promise too.  Additionally, Hanson has proven to be a gritty competitor with good poise on the mound.  It is hard to Read the full story

H/W: 6-4 220 lb.    B/T: L/L    DOB: 8/9/89

Jason Heyward's debut season earned him the distinction of being considered one of baseball's brightest young prospects.  Heyward played primarily at Low-A Rome where he hit .323 with 11 HR 52 RBI and 15 SB in 18 chances.  Heyward's blend of size, strength, speed and athleticism evokes comparisons to Hall of Famer Dave Winfield.  Heyward displayed a very advanced sense of plate discipline (51 BB/ 78 K) and baserunning acumen and his work ethic has been widely lauded throughout the Braves system.  Heyward's good range and strong arm make him the ideal candidate for RF and his power should come more to the forefront within the next few seasons.  Heyward's frame could develop more bulk, which could have an adverse effect on his baserunning speed.

2009 Projection: Heyward struggled in his brief promotion to High-A Myrtle Beach, hitting just .182 in 22 AB.  Expect him to begin the season there and, barring any setbacks, a promotion to AA Mississippi seems to be an inevitability.  He is on the fast track to Atlanta and his stratospheric ceiling makes him one of baseballs elite prospects. The power should come into more play this season, perhaps 20-25 HR. Let's hope that the batting average and speed numbers carry forward as well.

Key Jason Heyward Baseball Cards:

* 2007 Bowman Chrome Draft Jason Heyward RC
* 2007 Bowman Sterling Jason Heyward Auto RC
* 2007 Donruss Elite Extra Edition Jason Heyward Auto RC #'ed /750
* 2008 Bowman Chrome Prospects Jason Heyward Auto

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H/W: 6-1 190 lb.   B/T: L/L   DOB: 9/4/86

Schafer had a tumultuous beginning to his 2008 season when he was suspended 50 games for the use of PED's.  Upon his return, Schafer struggled leaving many to suspect that his rapid ascension over the past year was chemically induced.  Schafer caught stride, though, and finished the AA season with respectable numbers.  At his best, Schafer is one of the more intriguing 5-tool athletes in baseball Read the full story