Chris Truby
| AB | 819 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .231 |
| OBP | .269 |
| SLG | .388 |
| HR | 23 |
- Full name Christopher John Truby
- Born 12/09/1973 in Palm Springs, CA
- Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 220 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Damien Memorial
- Debut 06/16/2000
Top Rankings
Organization Prospect Rankings
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Background: After being named the New York-Penn League's MVP in 1994, Truby did not improve for three years in Class A ball and was a candidate to be released at the start of 1998. He responded by hitting .302-31-112 overall while jumping through two levels. Strengths: Astros hitting coaches made a major adjustment in Truby's stance late in 1997, raising his hands from chest-high to well above his shoulders, enabling him to drive fastballs better. Truby's defensive skills have always been above-average. He has soft hands and a strong, accurate arm. He is a below-average runner but has excellent baserunning instincts. Weaknesses: With Truby's age and his short-term track record of success above short-season ball, there are still a lot of questions about where his real talent level rests. The Future: The acquisition of 1996 National League MVP Ken Caminiti blocks Truby's immediate path. If Truby hits for power in a full year at Triple-A, he could still be a valuable commodity.
Best Tools List
- Rated Best Defensive 3B in the Pacific Coast League in 2001
Scouting Reports
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Background: After being named the New York-Penn League's MVP in 1994, Truby did not improve for three years in Class A ball and was a candidate to be released at the start of 1998. He responded by hitting .302-31-112 overall while jumping through two levels. Strengths: Astros hitting coaches made a major adjustment in Truby's stance late in 1997, raising his hands from chest-high to well above his shoulders, enabling him to drive fastballs better. Truby's defensive skills have always been above-average. He has soft hands and a strong, accurate arm. He is a below-average runner but has excellent baserunning instincts. Weaknesses: With Truby's age and his short-term track record of success above short-season ball, there are still a lot of questions about where his real talent level rests. The Future: The acquisition of 1996 National League MVP Ken Caminiti blocks Truby's immediate path. If Truby hits for power in a full year at Triple-A, he could still be a valuable commodity.
