Boy is it a bad time to be an on-the-fringe outfield prospect for the Texas Rangers. Scott Heineman knows what I’m talking about. Heineman, Texas’ #23 prospect, had a Triple-A season worthy of a September call-up. Unfortunately, he did not get the call.
With Joey Gallo playing left field, Delino DeShields in center and Nomar Mazara in right field, there just isn’t much wiggle room in the major league outfield. Not to mention, center fielder Carlos Tocci has to remain on the roster as a Rule 5 draft pick and #2 prospect, outfielder Willie Calhoun, is THE premier call-up choice.