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Can J.D. Davis Stick at Third Base?

Subber10 looks at the biomechanics of two Astros third-base prospects and how that correlates to movements in the field.

When you hear about a third base prospect that has power, the first question that usually comes up is...

"Yeah, but can he stick at third?"

In todays game, third baseman that are good on both sides of the ball are a rarity and a luxury most teams can't afford. I mean, in 2012 Chris Johnson was the 17th ranked third baseman in WAR and we all remember how bad the Astros needed an upgrade there.