Francisco Sosa
| AB | 1657 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .267 |
| OBP | .348 |
| SLG | .413 |
| HR | 42 |
- Full name Francisco Sosa
- Born 02/27/1990 in Esperanza Valverde Mao, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 6'4" / Wt.: 210 / Bats: R / Throws: R
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Sosa is a potential late-bloomer. Signed for $400,000 in 2007, he spent 2008-09 in the Dominican Summer League. Following the '09 season, Sosa was involved in a car accident that resulted in a rod being surgically inserted into his left arm. He played sparingly in 2010, finishing the season with 78 at-bats, and didn't pick up the pace until joining low Class A Asheville in 2013. Sosa led the South Atlantic League in RBIs (89) and total bases (244), showing well-rounded tools. However, away from Asheville's hitter-friendly ballpark, he hit just .256/.326/.355 with five homers. Still, Sosa has developed better separation in his swing, enabling him to get his hands involved and let the ball travel. He has strength and above-average power, but recognizing offspeed pitches earlier will be his biggest challenge to hit for average against better pitchers. His strike-zone discipline improved during 2013 as he chased fewer sliders in the dirt late in the season. Sosa has become a capable outfielder and can play all three positions adequately. His arm is fringe-average. Sosa runs well, knows how to steal and is not afraid to try. He will play at high Class A Modesto in 2014.
