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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1990
Page
14
The article reviews the Chiefs uneven season highlighting Leiter's return from arm surgery and control issues, Kilgus and Linton's efforts, and Boucher's strong finish. It notes Sprague shifting to catching, his errors, and potential plate progress, plus Bell's .261 with 20 steals as a bright spot for next year.
Manager Bailor notes Bell struggles with a rigid batting approach and 75 strikeouts while praising Rob Ducey for defensive and offensive progress after a rough start. Ducey improves from .246 to .267 at midseason as he moves to Toronto, with focus on eliminating mistakes and boosting hitting consistency across the minor league season.
Nashville Sounds outlasted Buffalo Bisons 4 3 in 18 innings to win the American Association East division tiebreaker and advance to the best of five against Omaha. Chris Jones delivered a clutch double and later a homer for Rochester Red Wings, powering a 4 2 win over Columbus Chippers in Game 1 of the International League series.
Doug Linton, a right handed pitcher at 6 1 and 185 pounds, finished the season 10 10 with a 3 40 ERA. He initially struggled midseason with a 5 4 record and 4 3.94 ERA but under coach Bob Shirley altered his style to throw more fastballs. Bailor noted his tempered emotions and called him one of the Chiefs most consistent starters, with 67 walks, 113 strikeouts and three team leading shutouts.
Syracuse free agent Runge, a 12-year pro with a minor league forte at Richmond, played mainly shortstop with 16 errors, 91 hits in 392 at bats, and 59 walks. Bailor notes Runge’s patience at the plate and occasional leadoff duty, while range stands out among 10 free agents.
Erie outfielder Bell, 6 2 195, posted .261 with 7 homers and 56 RBIs in his first Triple A season. He made five errors, struck out 75 times with 23 walks, and faces adjustments to contact approach and pitch selection amid heavy Blue Jays prospect hype.
Kilgus finished the season 6-8 with a 2.94 ERA over 125% innings, walking 39 and striking out 75. He was removed from the Blue Jays 40-man roster and outrighted to Syracuse, triggering minor-league draft eligibility. Kilgus voiced displeasure at the demotion, hoping to pitch in the bullpen.
Ed Sprague, a 23 year old third baseman, 6 foot 2, 200 pounds, right handed, posted a .239 average with 20 homers and 75 RBIs in 2 pro seasons. Critics note high strikeouts 113 first year and 100 this year, yet Bailor cites vast plate improvements and a strong arm. he set team highs in homers and RBIs, but committed 33 errors at third. Toronto plans instructional league work behind the plate to explore catcher as a potential position.
Alex Sanchez, listed at 6-2 and 190, posted a 5-9 record with a 5.71 ERA over 112 innings, walking 79 and fanning 65. Injuries, flu, and shoulder soreness sidelined him for five weeks, eroding the velocity of his fastball and his status as a former top pick.
Rob Ducey, 6-2, 175, 25, bats left throws right, posted .267 with 7 HR 47 RBI 32 2B 13 OT. After a rough first half he hit about .280 in the second, improved fielding, earned a Toronto promotion, and nearly reached .270 season end. Bailor credited his hard work and turnaround.
Diaz stood 6 3 and 190 pounds at 25 with 203 minor league games and 1 homer. In his first full Triple A season he shared catching duties with Joe Szekely, hit 51 of 251 and watched video with Bailor to correct a swing that tightens in games. Bailor notes Diaz must stop pressing and swing looser to carry practice into games.
Mauro Gozzo, a 6-3 right-hander, posted a 3 8 ERA while toting a 7 year pro tally, starting 7-0 for Knoxville and going 5-1 with the Chiefs before joining Toronto for a 4-1 mark. Kept off the Blue Jays 40-man roster this spring, he struggled mentally as bullpen work disrupted his mechanics, though he finished strong with a 2.43 ERA in the second half while going 0-4 in that period.
Escobar, a 29 year old infielder formerly with Syracuse and Omaha, hit .270 in 252 at bats after shifts in 1990. He showed solid defense and occasional spectacular plays, part of 10 Syracuse free agents. Syracuse officials remain unsure of his 1991 plans.
Height and weight and age are noted for pitcher Cummings who faced a rough season split. He posted a 3-2 with a 2.55 ERA in the first half before a Toronto trip left him benched for a month, then elbow trouble sidelined him three weeks on the disabled list. Upon return he hurled seven scoreless vs Rochester but later allowed six runs in three innings. He planned to seek medical advice before instructional league.
Eppard, a first baseman left handed batter, won his fourth minor league batting title and became Syracuse history’s first to claim the award. After a 255 first half he improved, reaching 100 at bats to feel comfortable, then hit .380 in the second half to lift average to .310 and earn a Toronto call. Bailor believes he could help a major league club despite limited power.
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