Donnie Sadler
| AB | 768 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .202 |
| OBP | .262 |
| SLG | .284 |
| HR | 6 |
- Full name Donnie Lamont Sadler
- Born 06/17/1975 in Gohlson, TX
- Profile Ht.: 5'6" / Wt.: 175 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Valley Mills
- Debut 04/01/1998
- Drafted in the 11th round (299th overall) by the Boston Red Sox in 1994.
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Background: It's tempting to get impatient with Sadler, who has taken small steps forward since he was the organization's top prospect before the 1996 season. But he has been pushed and showed flashes in his big league debut this year. Strengths: Sadler is the most athletic player in the organization, a middle infielder with the tools to be a star. He has the skills to play second, shortstop or center field. Weaknesses: His fundamentals, both on offense and defense, still require some fine-tuning. He's still learning the strike zone and becoming more disciplined at the plate. He also can get too aggressive on the basepaths. The Future: The signing of Jose Offerman clouds the picture a bit, but Sadler should make the big league club, perhaps as a super utilityman. If not, don't give up. Go back and see how long it took Damion Easley to blossom--after the Angels gave up on him.
