Willy Mota
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| Born: | October 25, 1985 |
| Birthplace: | San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic |
| Height: | 6' 1" |
| Weight: | 160 lbs. |
| Bats: | Right |
| Throws: | Right |
| Drafted: | International FA, July 2002 |
| College: | None |
| High School: | None |
| ETA: | 2010 |
Willy Mota was signed as an International free agent in 2002.
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Pro Career
Assigned to GCL Red Sox in 2004, where he batted .295. Was promoted to Class A Lowell Spinners in 2005, batting only .205. He was promoted to the Wilmington Blue Rocks, appearing in 6 games, and batting .056. In his first season with the Greenville Drive, his struggles continued, batting 1 for 11 in just 4 games before being sent back to the Lowell Spinners. in late June, he was sent back to the GCL Red Sox, completing the circle of his professional career thus far. Mota's only available statistics for 2006 are his four games in Greenville.
Scouting Report
Mota is considered very raw still at 20 years of age, but a 'high ceiling' prospect. Baseball America considers his outfield arm the best in the Red Sox system.
Trivia
- Mota's claim to fame so far is making the throw from left field to the plate that eventually resulted in the Julian Tavarez/Joey Gathright brawl in Spring Training 2006.
External Links
- Willy Mota - Minor League Information Courtesy of Sox Prospects
