1) Nolan Arenado, 3B, Grade B+: I don't think he gets quite as much attention as he deserves. Doubles should translate into more homers. 2) Tyler Matzek, LHP, Grade B+: Almost went with a straight B due to command issues, but reports from instructional league are good and the ceiling remains excellent. 3) Chad Bettis, RHP, Grade B: Could be a B+ soon, has the stuff and approach to survive in Colorado. 4) Kyle Parker, OF, Grade B: Power and patience should play well, like Bettis he could get to B+ once we get some pro data. 5) Wilin Rosario, C, Grade B: This assumes that his knee is OK. Strong glove, tapped into his power this year. 6) Juan Nicasio, RHP, Grade B: Will his Cal League performance translate well into Double-A? I think so. 7) Peter Tago, RHP, Grade B: Want to see some pro data, but a very high ceiling. 8) Rex Brothers, LHP, Grade B: A super-LOOGY at worst, a great closer at best if his command sharpens up a bit. 9) Albert Campos, RHP, Grade B-: Want to see at higher levels, but could rank much higher next year. 10) Christian Friedrich, LHP, Grade B-: Borderline C+, I am very concerned that the elbow problem will recur, and reports I got from Texas League sources were very mixed. 11) Charlie Blackmon, OF, Grade C+: I like him a lot and expect he can be a good fourth outfielder with some chance to get beyond that. 12) Chris Nelson, 2B, Grade C+: Has always had the tools, health and inconsistency have held him back. 13) Sam Deduno, RHP, Grade C+: Old for a prospect at 27, but has excellent stuff. Can be a surprise if he throws enough strikes. 14) Casey Weathers, RHP, Grade C+: Overlooked due to Tommy John recovery, but like Deduno he's got great stuff and can succeed if the command comes around. 15) Tim Wheeler, OF, Grade C+: Doesn't look like he'll hit for average, but has other skills. 16) Jordan Pacheco, C, Grade C+: This guy just hits and hits, and his defense is getting better. 17) Rafael Ortega, OF, Grade C+: Great rookie ball numbers, let's see at higher levels. 18) Rob Scahill, RHP, Grade C+: Big-time sleeper, was great in the second half. 19) Eric Stavert, RHP, Grade C+: College pitcher with approach that can work in Colorado. 20) Josh Slaats, RHP, Grade C+: College pitcher with approach that can work in Colorado. 21) Cristhian Adames, SS, Grade C+: Excellent defense and might hit. OTHERS OF NOTE: Bruce Billings, RHP; Edwar Cabrera, LHP; Jared Clark, 1B; Corey Dickerson (SLEEPER, might get a C+), OF; Parker Frazier, RHP; Hector Gomez, SS; Ethan Hollingsworth, RHP; Kent Matthes, OF; Dan Mayora, INF; Mike McKenry, C; Eliezer Mesa, OF; Wes Musick, LHP; Cory Riordan, RHP; Will Swanner, C. I was totally unfair when I said this system looked thin. Although all of the top guys have at least one significant question about them (Arenado's defense, Matzek's walks, etc), there is a LOT of good stuff here, and the Grade B and B- guys are all capable of getting better grades once they answer a few more questions. There seems to be a good balance between hitting and pitching, potential regulars and role players. Some of the Grade Cs are highly interesting as well, particularly Corey Dickerson. I know Swanner hit .303/.321/.632 in the Pioneer League, but I can't get behind the 0/33 BB/K ratio in 76 at-bats. http://www.minorleagueball.com/2010/12/17/1882552/colorado-rockies-top-20-prospects-for-2011 --

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