Wladimir Balentein

[MarinersFan87]

He finally hits Tacoma and the guy looks like a complete 5 tool prospect. He's hitting .317 with 9 HR's already, but he has already drawn 15 walks, something he couldn't do at all prior to this year, and his OBP is .388. 8/9 in SB's isn't too shabby either. So what's the deal? Is he legit or will he go back to striking out too much and not being able to draw a walk?

BTW, Jeremy Reed has been on fire lately, but we've gone down this road before.

[Porter]

Maybe its the expierence he's gained over the years. Who knows, Hes got a legit shot at the show next year. Reed is a guy we need to make room for next year.