Both are proven young players. Who has the highest up side?
2007-03-02 16:09:46 · 7 answers · asked by Too Cool For Me 4 in Sports ➔ Baseball
I agree with Bob Loblaw on this one (PS - what was the deal with Lindsay Funke?). Actually, Atkins surprised many with his power output last season after initially projecting as a player in the Chad Tracy/Mark Teahen mold; that is, a solid corner infielder who hits for a decent average. Some even thought he was keeping third base in Denver warm for former "uber prospect" Ian Stewart (before the latter suffered through a less than awe-inspiring minor league showing in 2006).
Wright is younger and does more things well than Atkins. Atkins looks as though he'll enjoy a good career as well, but Wright is already a star who will only get better as he improves his fielding and learns to become more consistent at the dish.
2007-03-02 16:26:15 · answer #1 · answered by MnM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stupid question really - I don't want to call anyone stupid - but it's a stupid question. David Wright has all the makings of a superstar - the dude could put up 40 homers this year and I sure won't be surprised. Atkins plays in Colorado, but Wright is shelfed in among the best offensive players in baseball.
2007-03-02 17:07:45 · answer #2 · answered by Jdog64_98 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think Wright because he isn't yet in his prime. 24 I think, while Atkins is like 27. So definitely Wright has more upside even if they are comparable right now. Look at it like this, where/who was Atkins when he was 24? Not a household name like Wright, that's for sure.
2007-03-02 16:16:19 · answer #3 · answered by Bob Loblaw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wright.
Wright has better baserunning skills. He is younger. He has managed to out up solid numbers playing in what is a pitchers park. And between the two, his defensive skills seem to be better. Atkins is older, and has taken longer to mature. His number are bouyed by Coors field. Though I will admit he hits well on the road, just not for power. And his defensive skills still lag behind even though he has worked very hard to get better.
2007-03-02 16:24:02 · answer #4 · answered by lets go mets 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not even close, David Wright is better hands down.
2007-03-02 16:33:35 · answer #5 · answered by berta44 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
David Wright no doubt.
2007-03-03 03:17:10 · answer #6 · answered by R.J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wright is a slighly more rounded player but they are close I would take either of them at third base on my team.
2007-03-02 17:18:37 · answer #7 · answered by joshb2k4 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋