willits

[hembo36]

can he still be considered a rookie? anybody know what the cutoff is as far as games or at bats from a previous year?

[astrobuddy]

I know there is a formula, but I dont know what it is. However, he only had 45 at bats in 2006 so I would assume he is still considered a Rookie, for ROY balloting.

He is going to have to hit for some power if he is going to play LF. He is really a good player, but he is kinda David Ecksteinish. Although, this Angels team isnt in need of power.

[chandler44]

In order to qualify for the award a player must not exceed either of the following, prior to the season under consideration:

* 130 at bats or 50 innings pitched in the major leagues
* 45 days on the active rosters of major league clubs (excluding time on the disabled list or any time after rosters are expanded on September 1)

From the 'net.

[hembo36]

i think he will win it..

[chandler44]

Probably between Willits, Pedroia, and Travis Buck at this point. Jeremy Guthrie has been good on the pitching side as well.

[hembo36]

buck is another one having a great year..although the team he's on really makes him stand out due to the fact they suck...

[astrobuddy]

How does Oakland suck??

[chandler44]

I think you're confused...Buck's on the A's, and they don't really suck this year.

[hembo36]

oops..i stand corrected chandler...i was thinking royals for some reason..my bad

[chandler44]

Probably thinking of JOHN Buck.