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MLB.com columnist write up on Mikie Mahtook

Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:42 pm
Posted by Smoke Green
Tianjin, Peoples Republic of China
Member since Apr 2005
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Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:42 pm
SIAP


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While he may not have superstar-caliber tools, he plays the game with an aggressive intensity that puts pressure on the other team's defense. His work ethic compensates for any shortcoming he demonstrates in his skill level.



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That's not to say that the 6-foot-1, 200-pound, right-handed-hitting Mahtook is short on tools. In fact, he has Major League style ability that will serve him well when his development time is complete. He will have to scrape, scratch and work hard to bring out the best in his game


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When I met with Mahtook during the 2011 season of the Arizona Fall League, he spoke passionately of his love for Louisiana State University, his alma mater.



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No individual tool dominates Mahtook's game. He does a little bit of everything, and he does it well. Perhaps his best skill is his speed. He is fast enough and has strong enough instincts to force defenses into making mistakes




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Posted by King of New Orleans
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Member since Jul 2011
9946 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:45 pm to
Sounds like should've stayed at LSU. My guess is he falls into obscurity. That seems like it happens so much to college guys. If you aren't making noise out of high school, it seems like you're doomed. Hoping Mikie can make it though!

Posted by High C
viewing the fall....
Member since Nov 2012
53714 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:46 pm to
Nice. Just a matter of time.
Posted by ProjectP2294
South St. Louis city
Member since May 2007
70083 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:53 pm to
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That seems like it happens so much to college guys.


Yeah, college guys never succeed in MLB.
Posted by King of New Orleans
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Member since Jul 2011
9946 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:54 pm to
When did I say never?
Posted by harry coleman beast
Left Field
Member since Aug 2008
52210 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:54 pm to
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Sounds like should've stayed at LSU. My guess is he falls into obscurity. That seems like it happens so much to college guys. If you aren't making noise out of high school, it seems like you're doomed. Hoping Mikie can make it though!




What the heck?
Posted by TigerBait2008
Boulder,CO
Member since Jun 2008
32383 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:54 pm to
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Sounds like should've stayed at LSU. My guess is he falls into obscurity. That seems like it happens so much to college guys. If you aren't making noise out of high school, it seems like you're doomed. Hoping Mikie can make it though!





So much fail..
Posted by Smoke Green
Tianjin, Peoples Republic of China
Member since Apr 2005
4340 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 4:58 pm to
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He will not hesitate to challenge the throwing accuracy of outfielders, as he heads for an extra base every time it's feasible. I place a high value on his natural ability, intelligence and instincts for running the bases. He's a scrapper.



that's what i remember. pulling for him.
Posted by Zach
Gizmonic Institute
Member since May 2005
112406 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:00 pm to
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No individual tool dominates Mahtook's game. He does a little bit of everything, and he does it well.

As an old timer I can tell you that was said of a guy named Johnny Callison.

Posted by thunderbird1100
GSU Eagles fan
Member since Oct 2007
68289 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:01 pm to
Didn't see him in Top 100 prospects this time around, little disappointing. Hopefully he bounces back this year.
Posted by redfish99
B.R.
Member since Aug 2007
16409 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:14 pm to
King , I agree with you, he probably will never stick at the MLB level. It's so hard to break through. Some much better than he ,have never gotten there...good luck MM
This post was edited on 2/18/13 at 6:46 pm
Posted by RummelTiger
Texas
Member since Aug 2004
89831 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:31 pm to
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Sounds like should've stayed at LSU. My guess is he falls into obscurity. That seems like it happens so much to college guys. If you aren't making noise out of high school, it seems like you're doomed.



frick off...
Posted by harry coleman beast
Left Field
Member since Aug 2008
52210 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:33 pm to
Posted by lsu2006
BR
Member since Feb 2004
39978 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:36 pm to
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King , I agree with you, he probably will never stick at the MLB level.


The frick is wrong with you people?
Posted by LSUsCRYSTALball
Member since Dec 2012
1709 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 5:38 pm to
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Mikie Mahtook


Posted by foshizzle
Washington DC metro
Member since Mar 2008
40599 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 6:14 pm to
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My guess is he falls into obscurity.


Most do. But we can pull for him anyway.
Posted by King of New Orleans
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Member since Jul 2011
9946 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 6:45 pm to
My God people. I just said he will probably not make it, as do a lot of guys. I never bashed the kid and said I was hoping for the best. Not every athlete from LSU can make it to the next level. Be a tad bit realistic. I would love to see him make it but with all the high schoolers and Cuban guys, it will be tough.
This post was edited on 2/18/13 at 6:45 pm
Posted by LSUtoOmaha
Nashville
Member since Apr 2004
26574 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 6:51 pm to
I remember when Ryan Theriot was the only guy in LSU's entire lineup batting under .300. He seems to be doing OK for himself. On the other hand, I thought Cresse was going to be a power hitter in the majors within two years. Not that this has much to do with Mahtook, but my point is none of us have a clue how his pro career will pan out.
Posted by Adam4848
LA
Member since Apr 2006
18937 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 7:02 pm to
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Sounds like should've stayed at LSU.


To make less money?

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My guess is he falls into obscurity.




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That seems like it happens so much to college guys.


No shite

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If you aren't making noise out of high school, it seems like you're doomed.


99% of the population checking in

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King of Nothing


Posted by LSURussian
Member since Feb 2005
126943 posts
Posted on 2/18/13 at 7:06 pm to
You have a habit of making really annoying posts.
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