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State of the Minors
Hot Foot — In an article for mlb.com, Jonathon Mayo assesses the state of the Mets minor league system in the post-Santana era. Mayo also notes his 10 prospects to watch in 2008, a few who are under the radar, as well as an ‘07 draft recap and predictions for the upcoming season. Mayo does a great job of profiling the mets system, as well as pimping the talents of Fernando Martinez. Not like mets fans needed another reason to be excited for the imminent arrival of Martinez in the OF.    Share This

Minors: Mayo’s Take on Mets Minors
MetsBlog.com — At MiLB.com, Jonathan Mayo takes a closer look at the Mets minor-league system, listing 10 prospects to watch in 2008, such as OF Fernando Martinez, of whom he writes: “Martinez is a natural hitter, the kind of talent the Mets feel comes around once in a generation…He has the ability to hit for average and power and can run…His makeup is off the charts - he’s worked tirelessly at improving his English and is willing to do what it takes to become great…If he stays healthy and produces the way he’s capable, he could see New York before season’s end.” …i ...