When you follow minor league prospects, scouting reports are the primary source of information. For even the experienced fan, some of the lingo can be confusing. What is an “inverted W” and why is it important? A 50 is a failing score in school, but what does it mean for Alexander Vizcaino’s slider?
Today we will discuss some scouting jargon and help you understand what it means when someone calls Jasson Dominguez “toolsy.” You will almost definitely know some of them, may not have heard of others, and I even included one or two because they are funny.