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Scott Beerer, OF, Rockies (High-A Modesto) A second-round pick all the way back in 2003, Beerer was...

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Scott Beerer, OF, Rockies (High-A Modesto) A second-round pick all the way back in 2003, Beerer was one of those college closers who was expected to move up quickly, but his stuff never returned after he had to undergo major shoulder surgery. He wanted to go back to hitting two years ago, but the Rockies still saw potential in his remaining on the mound and were against the move. Beerer refused to go back to the bump, Colorado refused to release him, so he simply walked, and spent two years working privately on his hitting skills. This year he asked for a second chance, the Rockies sent a scout to watch him swing, and he was granted a rare second chance. At 27, he's the longest of long shots, but after going 23-for-43 in 11 Northwest League games, his assault is continuing at High-A, as after he went 5-for-10 over the weekend he's now batting .345/.402/.488 in his first 22 games for Modesto.

Beer me Scott