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Monday, January 31, 2005Scouting Report: Steve FinleyBio:
Stats, last five seasons (complete):Name: Steve Allen Finley Birthday: March 12, 1965 (40 on Opening Day) Height: 6-2 Weight: 180 Bats: Left Throws: Left Position: OF Acquired: Free Agent (12/10/04) Drafted: 1987, 13th round (324), BAL Roster: 25-man Contract: $6m Hitting:YEAR(L) G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS AVG OBP SLG OPS ----------|---|---|---|---|--|--|--|---|--|--|--|--|----|----|----|-- 2000(MLB) 152 539 100 151 27 5 35 96 65 87 12 6 .280 .361 .544 905 2001(MLB) 140 495 66 136 27 4 14 73 47 67 11 7 .275 .337 .430 767 2002(MLB) 150 505 82 145 24 4 25 89 65 73 16 4 .287 .370 .499 869 2003(MLB) 147 516 82 148 24 10 22 70 57 94 15 8 .287 .363 .500 863 2004(MLB) 162 628 92 170 28 1 36 94 61 82 9 7 .271 .333 .490 823 Struggles somewhat against lefties, but not bad enough to be considered a platoon player. Finely developed power late in his career, though his reputation for being a slugger is a bit overstated. Yes, he did hit a career-high 36 homeruns last season, but he did it while getting among the highest number of at-bats in baseball. His slugging percentage (.490) actually fell 10 points from the previous season and was his second lowest number of the past six years. Still, Finley offers good pop at the top of any order, especially in the context of his position (fourth among CF in SLG). Like most hitters, his eye improved with experience. However, his BB/PA has fallen over the past few years, dragging his OBP down with it.Defense/Baserunning: Finley was once one of the best defensive centerfielders in baseball. Unfortunately, father time has taken its toll on Finley’s legs, limiting his range over that past several seasons. He still won a gold glove last season on the strength of his reputation, but depending on who you talk to his defensive contribution is anywhere from average to well below average. Has a powerful and accurate arm, though, once again, runners have begun challenging his arm more frequently over the past few seasons.2005 Outlook: Did I mention that Finley is old? He’ll be 40 when the 2005 season begins, and most of his numbers have been trending downward for the past two years. A collapse is coming – the only question is when. I’m willing to bet that it doesn’t come next season (at least not offensively). Projected line: .270/.330/.460 See the complete list of scouting reports here. |
