Hot Prospects

Jonah Keri looks at the prospects most likely to make an impact on the big league level this year.  The big one for the hometown team:

11. Billy Hamilton (Reds)
Hamilton has no power, has played just 50 games above Single-A, and per Reds GM Walt Jocketty, is definitely starting the season at Triple-A Louisville, where "he'll be playing center field and working on his offense and his overall game." Bet on him cracking the big leagues this year anyway. Shin-Soo Choo likely isn't a big league–caliber starting center fielder, nor is anyone else on the projected Opening Day roster. Granted, Hamilton only started transitioning to center field from shortstop last season, but the defensive reports on him from the Arizona Fall League were positive, with Hamilton using his blazing speed and athleticism to make up for a lack of experience on outfield routes. Oh, about that speed: All Hamilton did last season was steal 155 bases, an all-time record for any level of professional baseball. We'll see exactly how much impact he offers the 2013 Reds. But if nothing else, give the guy a spot on your fantasy roster. You'll kick yourself if you don't.

155 steals is just insane.  He may not be able to hit, but he'll be fun to watch.