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Phillies Organization Has Four Prospects Ranked Within Top 50 in Baseball

By John Town

Mar 6, 2016; Clearwater, FL, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop J.P. Crawford (77) during the seventh inning against the New York Yankees at Bright House Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 6, 2016; Clearwater, FL, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop J.P. Crawford (77) during the seventh inning against the New York Yankees at Bright House Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 13, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Crawford (77) sits in the dugout against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

J.P. Crawford, SS, Lehigh Valley

Crawford’s recent hot streak could translate to a promotion, but the Phillies are likely to be patient with the 21-year old. He may see a cup of coffee in September, but he has more than ample time to reach the majors.

Here is what Baseball Prospectus had to say about Crawford:

"Why He’ll Succeed: He has the broadest base of skills in the minors, and one of those skills is plus defense at shortstop. Couple that with a strong hit tool and approach, note the double-digit home run potential, and you may be looking at a perennial all-star at shortstop. Why He Might Fail: Crawford hasn’t hit as much against upper-minors competition as you’d like to see from your top prospect, the glove and approach give him a very high floor, but if he is more of a .260/.350/.350 hitter, he may just be a solid, everyday guy."

Next: Nick Williams, OF, Lehigh Valley

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