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Keith Law scouts University of San Francisco pitcher Kyle Zimmer and writes that while Zimmer didn't have the best outing when Keith saw him, it's clear why his stock is rising. Plus, other draft and prospect notes.

Blog | Conversation | March 10, 2012

Keith Law scouts Luc Giolito and says he could become the first prep right-handed ever to be selected first overall.

Blog | Conversation | February 21, 2012

Keith Law scouts Aroldis Chapman, who the Reds are trying to convert to a starter in the Arizona Fall League. His stuff looks pedestrian thus far, but the Reds should not give up on the conversion.

Blog | Conversation | October 28, 2011

Keith Law scouts Rangers prospect Leonys Martin, who signed a $15 million contract this past spring. The 23-year-old Cuban has three above-average tools, but his swing needs some major work.

Blog | Conversation | July 21, 2011

Keith Law scouts Texas Longhorns pitcher Taylor Jungmann, who exhibited first-round stuff on Friday night and could wind up as a top-10 pick in the draft.

Blog | Conversation | March 26, 2011

Keith Law scouts Daniel Hudson of the Diamondbacks. Arizona acquired him from the White Sox last season, and it's looking like a good deal for the D-backs.

Blog | Conversation | March 09, 2011

Keith Law takes in the first spring performance of Michael Pineda and points out that while the velocity is there, the command and the secondary offerings could use some refinement. Plus notes on some other storylines.

Blog | Conversation | March 08, 2011

Keith Law scouts UConn pitching prospect Matt Barnes, noting that he has two strong pitches, but struggles with his command.

Blog | Conversation | March 07, 2011

Keith Law scouts several amateur prospects with an eye towards this year's MLB draft. Among those discussed are Matt Purke, Kevin Cron, Henry Owens and Josh Bell, whose bat is covering up his defensive shortcomings in center field.

Blog | Conversation | February 27, 2011

Keith Law scouts the 2010 World Series, providing a look at the how both teams were built and noting how the series will come down to pitching.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2010

Keith Law scouts the 2010 NLCS; as most baseball observers have noted, the starting pitching on both sides here is exceptional -- but there are big differences in bullpen (advantage SF) and lineup (advantage PHI). Bruce Bochy's tactical manueverings may have a lot of impact here.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2010

Keith Law scouts the Texas Rangers before they enter the playoffs, noting that with Josh Hamilton and Cliff Lee, they can beat anyone.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2010

Keith Law scouts the Philadelphia Phillies in advance of the 2010 MLB playoffs. Obviously, their top three starters have the potential to be elite, and their lineup is quite good. They might be considered the NL front-runner.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2010

Keith Law scouts the New York Yankees in advance of the 2010 MLB playoffs. While he thinks this is a dangerous group that could win another World Series, it's not as good a squad as the 2009 edition -- and it will face tougher competition along the way.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2010

Keith Law scouts the Tampa Bay Rays before the playoffs begin, noting they have all the necessary tools to win a World Series.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2010

Keith Law scouts the San Francisco Giants in advance of the 2010 MLB playoffs. The Giants will go as far as their pitching carries them.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2010