Timo Perez

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked New York Mets #4 prospect in 2001
  Though Perez' bubble burst in the World Series, he was an important part of the Mets' run in October. Before he became Derek Bell's postseason replacement, he was signed by the Mets in 2000 after four years in Japan, mostly in the minor leagues. Perez already has stepped into the big leagues and shown what he can do. He stood out with his offense, defense and excitement on the bases. The Mets see him as a leadoff hitter who has a little punch. He covers considerable ground in the gap and has good accuracy on his throws. Perez' weaknesses are almost identical to Brian Cole's. The Yankees exposed his impatience by getting him to chase breaking stuff out of the zone. His arm strength is only average. Perez should open 2001 as at least the Mets' platoon right fielder. He'll be more of a known commodity to National League pitchers and must make adjustments. He'll also have to hold off a bevy of outfielders who will be competing for major league outfield spots.

Minor League Top Prospects

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  Ranked International League #14 prospect in 2000
  Tyner may be gone, but the Mets still have a potential major league outfielder in Perez. A Dominican, he played four seasons with Japan’s Hiroshima Carp before heading Stateside this year. "He does a very good job in the outfield, and he's a guy who's going to hit," Ezell said. "He's not intimidated at the plate. I don't think he's going to be a major impact player, but I think he'll be a very good major leaguer. He can go from foul line to foul line, and he has some pop in his bat."

• December, 1999 Scouting Report
  Tyner may be gone, but the Mets still have a potential major league outfielder in Perez. A Dominican, he played four seasons with Japan’s Hiroshima Carp before heading Stateside this year. "He does a very good job in the outfield, and he's a guy who's going to hit," Ezell said. "He's not intimidated at the plate. I don't think he's going to be a major impact player, but I think he'll be a very good major leaguer. He can go from foul line to foul line, and he has some pop in his bat."