Trading away top prospects is never an easy pill to swallow. As an organization, you have gone to great lengths to scout, train and mentor the young talent in your farm system. They are the lifeblood and future of your team and your legacy as a general manager. So how do you know when it is time to pull trigger and let a prospect go. Walt Jocketty, GM of the Cincinnati Reds is in this position now. Billy Hamilton, a 6’ 1” switch-hitting shortstop with speed to burn is quickly making his way up through the minor leagues. His most recent accomplishment was breaking the all-time single season stolen base record in the minor leagues. He is currently sitting at [...]
