Eric Crozier
| AB | 33 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .152 |
| OBP | .282 |
| SLG | .394 |
| HR | 2 |
- Full name Eric Le Roi Crozier
- Born 08/11/1978 in Columbus, OH
- Profile Ht.: 6'4" / Wt.: 200 / Bats: L / Throws: L
- School Norfolk State
- Debut 09/04/2004
- Drafted in the 41st round (1,234th overall) by the Cleveland Guardians in 2000.
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Josh Phelps was leading the Blue Jays in RBIs in early August, but they were frustrated by his inconsistency at the plate and not thrilled about the prospect of going to arbitration with him. They tried to slip him through waivers, only to have the Indians claim him. When Cleveland offered Crozier to the Jays, they decided not to pull Phelps back. When he got called up in September, Crozier joined former Cardinals outfielder Terry Bradshaw as the only Norfolk State products to reach the majors. His lefthanded power is his best tool. He hit 40 homers in the minors over the last two seasons and went deep twice after his promotion. Crozier doesn't load his hands well, so his swing gets long, hampering his ability to hit for average. He's a decent athlete who moves and throws OK. Though he has mostly played first base, he can help on either outfield corner. Crozier has a chance to make the Blue Jays as a reserve in 2005, and could get consideration to replace Carlos Delgado at first base.
