tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66442350532545165842024-03-14T03:30:34.623-07:002010 MLB Draft BlogThe best place to find updated information on all of the 2010 MLB Draft Prospects. Player interviews, Draft Rankings, Mock Drafts, Player Profiles and much more.MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-92091518647313246962010-03-15T11:56:00.000-07:002010-03-15T11:58:18.457-07:00UpdateSorry for the lack of updates, I have been on vacation in Florida and busy with work. This week there will be and updated Mock Draft, new rankings for HS and college, and two player interviews!MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-31657996463384847492010-01-31T06:29:00.000-08:002010-01-31T06:36:22.835-08:002010 DRAFT- TOP 50 PITCHERS 1-25<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcQ8abtO4WXuR7HqBh5uc6C0O7TM6P075KBCkeqqnNcId57J5vDlUdXnCEPGYwykKwlXcZ0rYp7CbGn736mB6oGvrMZajYdWb815kqhcWF2szLrbQNmBZWG8T4Xs0oWnXM1BWiylaiZu0/s1600-h/whit.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432912175610096562" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcQ8abtO4WXuR7HqBh5uc6C0O7TM6P075KBCkeqqnNcId57J5vDlUdXnCEPGYwykKwlXcZ0rYp7CbGn736mB6oGvrMZajYdWb815kqhcWF2szLrbQNmBZWG8T4Xs0oWnXM1BWiylaiZu0/s320/whit.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Only four months away from the draft! This is how the top 25 pitchers look as of now. It will be interesting to see how this list changes throughout those four months. Be sure to keep checking the blog out for more updates.</div><div></div><div>Questions or comments? mlbsully@yahoo.com</div><div><br />1. Jameson Taillon- RHP, Woodlands (TX)<br /></div><br /><div>2. Anthony Ranaudo-RHP, LSU<br /></div><br /><div>3. Karsten Whitson-RHP, Chipley HS<br /></div><br /><div>4. AJ Cole- RHP, Oviedo HS<br /></div><br /><div>5. Drew Pomeranz-LHP, Ole Miss<br /></div><br /><div>6. Chris Sale- LHP, FGCU<br /></div><br /><div>7. DeAndre Smelter-RHP, Tattnall Academy<br /></div><br /><div>8. Stetson Allie-RHP, St. Edward Prep<br /></div><br /><div>9. Dylan Covey-RHP Maranatha HS<br /></div><br /><div>10. Deck McGuire-RHP, Ga. Tech<br /></div><br /><div>11. Jesse Hahn-RHP, VT<br /></div><br /><div>12. Brandon Workman-RHP, Texas<br /></div><br /><div>13. James Paxton-LHP, Kentucky<br /></div><br /><div>14. Kevin Gausman-RHP, Grandview HS<br /></div><br /><div>15. Kevin Jacob-RHP,Ga.Tech<br /></div><br /><div>16. Alex Wimmers-RHP,Ohio State<br /></div><br /><div>17. Brett Eibner-RHP,Arkansas<br /></div><br /><div>18. Kyle Blair-RHP, San Diego<br /></div><br /><div>19. Justin Grimm-RHP, Georgia<br /></div><br /><div>20. Kevin Ziomek-LHP, Amherst HS<br /></div><br /><div>21. Chad Bettis-RHP, Texas Tech<br /></div><br /><div>22. Kaleb Cowart-RHP, Cook HS<br /></div><br /><div>23. AJ Vanegas-RHP, Redwood Christian HS<br /></div><br /><div>24. Matt Harvey-RHP,UNC<br /></div><br /><div>25. Cameron Bedrosian-RHP, East Coweta HS</div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-43233255824981008352010-01-28T06:05:00.000-08:002010-01-28T06:11:37.608-08:002010 DRAFT: TOP 50 PITCHERS 26-50<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTRaEjzWtxa9OmLM8OwbSamO1zvK_U_sQDopZBAXN_nDK6OTsp3n0Ls5QsV6X2YyQUukS43lZuC2lxv_HFmphTblAmPNedNPNW3R_698WD1pQko2e8zY4-USw5JY9EW6EFF88cLg_of0Y/s1600-h/sanch.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431792819222809602" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTRaEjzWtxa9OmLM8OwbSamO1zvK_U_sQDopZBAXN_nDK6OTsp3n0Ls5QsV6X2YyQUukS43lZuC2lxv_HFmphTblAmPNedNPNW3R_698WD1pQko2e8zY4-USw5JY9EW6EFF88cLg_of0Y/s320/sanch.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Take a look at the back end of the top 50 pitchers for the 2010 draft. Pitchers 1-25 will be going up on saturday. Email me and let me know what you think of the lists.</div><div> </div><div>mlbsully@yahoo.com</div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>26. Sam Dyson-RHP, South Carolina<br /></div><br /><div>27. Bryan Morgado-LHP,Tennessee<br /></div><br /><div>28. Taijuan Walker-RHP, Yucaipa HS<br /></div><br /><div>29. Sammy Solis-LHP, San Diego<br /></div><br /><div>30. Peter Tago-RHP, Dana Hills HS<br /></div><br /><div>31. Addison Reed-RHP, San Diego State<br /></div><br /><div>32. Drew Cisco- RHP, Wando HS<br /></div><br /><div>33. Nick Tepesch-RHP, Missouri<br /></div><br /><div>34. Robert Aviles-RHP, Suffern HS<br /></div><br /><div>35. Seth Blair-RHP, Arizona State<br /></div><br /><div>36. Josh Osich- LHP, Oregon State<br /></div><br /><div>37. Aaron Sanchez-RHP, Barstow HS<br /></div><br /><div>38. Jordan Shipers-LHP, South Harrison HS<br /></div><br /><div>39. Daniel Tillman- RHP,Florida Southern<br /></div><br /><div>40. Chris Hernandez-RHP,Miami</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>41. Brian Dupra-RHP,Notre Dame<br /></div><br /><div>42. Kevin Rhoderick-RHP, Oregon State<br /></div><br /><div>43. Jesse Biddle-LHP, Germantown Friends School<br /></div><br /><div>44. Austin Wood-RHP, St. Petersburg<br /></div><br /><div>45. Josh Spence- LHP,Arizona State<br /></div><br /><div>46. Justin Nicolino-LHP, University HS<br /></div><br /><div>47. Rob Rasmussen-LHP, UCLA<br /></div><br /><div>48. Robbie Ray-LHP, Brentwood HS<br /></div><br /><div>49. Tyler Wilson-RHP, Virginia<br /></div><br /><div>50. Adam Plutko-RHP, Glendora HS</div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-12969640178952609942010-01-25T06:53:00.000-08:002010-01-25T06:55:31.285-08:00Requests<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV0zvjOVKu1ljF20AkASY9l1sm6gAlOfOmJ1gioyAOvj1sKAgO6MmWqHyAUZlecsxWnZfCJDRV-A9tm_cCFOJJi3nallHKxNW-S64zcRPhFMbnUuzKCNokXWZ2W_hjIEThGwiLmUFPe7I/s1600-h/sweeney.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430691155255865826" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV0zvjOVKu1ljF20AkASY9l1sm6gAlOfOmJ1gioyAOvj1sKAgO6MmWqHyAUZlecsxWnZfCJDRV-A9tm_cCFOJJi3nallHKxNW-S64zcRPhFMbnUuzKCNokXWZ2W_hjIEThGwiLmUFPe7I/s320/sweeney.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>For the most part, I have been doing interviews of the top players in the 2010 draft, as well as some mock drafts and rankings. Email me and tell me what you guys want to see more of.</div><div> </div><div>mlbsully@yahoo.com</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Week Preview- Top 25 Pitchers in the 2010 draft and interview with Kellen Sweeney</div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-23265183245136589882010-01-24T15:42:00.000-08:002010-01-24T16:20:45.062-08:00MLB DRAFT: TOP 15 OUTFIELDERS<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhATp4D1oSymCWRKbyUoJukbn29CnkqXIJpCMjECDrwZJcUpqcH8aiJsdmqgJHysvTZ8L0yNyUp3wwQxIhyphenhyphennucXQD7UEH7YPSt_qMpGi0XlOqK65nzj8V4LbdpI1lgXr7_krcO1hf7RjRo/s1600-h/ragira.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430465714895961106" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhATp4D1oSymCWRKbyUoJukbn29CnkqXIJpCMjECDrwZJcUpqcH8aiJsdmqgJHysvTZ8L0yNyUp3wwQxIhyphenhyphennucXQD7UEH7YPSt_qMpGi0XlOqK65nzj8V4LbdpI1lgXr7_krcO1hf7RjRo/s320/ragira.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>A quick look at the top 15 outfielders for the 2010 draft.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>1- Levon Washington- Chipola JC<br />2- Josh Sale- Bishop Blanchet HS(WA)<br />3- Bryce Brentz- Middle Tenn. St<br />4- Austin Wilson- Harvard-Westlake HS(CA)<br />5- Jarret Parker- UVA<br />6- Chevez Clarke- Marietta HS(GA)<br />7- Brian Ragira-Martin HS(TX)<br />8- Tyler Holt-FSU<br />9- Ty Linton- Charlotte Christian School(NC)<br />10- Michael Choice-Tx-Arlington<br />11- Michael Lorenzen- Union HS(CA)<br />12- Reggie Golden- Wetumpka HS(AL)<br />13- Leon Landry-LSU<br />14- Drew Vettleson- Central Kitsap HS(WA)<br />15- Ryan Bolden- Central HS(MS)</div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-17763056040274095042010-01-21T11:09:00.000-08:002010-01-21T11:25:43.138-08:00Top Prospect Interview: Ty Linton<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitwAB2yipeOIw5IWuUZ9z71fCVenwY4r5WhqtPaDJjwru3HGLqdfe7Fbn3iJn1tu9wGogSaLMFXa_BQCYAnYBxnCf8cwPb18y1gDve9u0YSbcxUOuOK6bxQ6tdNU8IuhK3mAVxt7MgJmk/s1600-h/ty+linton.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429275607013450562" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 290px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitwAB2yipeOIw5IWuUZ9z71fCVenwY4r5WhqtPaDJjwru3HGLqdfe7Fbn3iJn1tu9wGogSaLMFXa_BQCYAnYBxnCf8cwPb18y1gDve9u0YSbcxUOuOK6bxQ6tdNU8IuhK3mAVxt7MgJmk/s320/ty+linton.jpg" border="0" /></a> Interview with top prospect Ty Linton. Linton is highly ranked in both baseball and football. He is committed to The University of North Carolina to play both sports.<br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>Jeff Sullivan :Congrats on signing with North Carolina. What made you choose this school, and what other schools were in the running?</div><br /><br /><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong>Ty Linton :the atmosphere <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Carolina</span> brings and the people around it and also the pride people have calling themselves <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">tar heels</span>. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">UVA</span>,<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">WVU</span>,DUKE,<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">VANDY</span>,<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">WFU</span>.</strong></div><br /><div> </div><div>You are one of the top two sport athletes in the country at this time. Which sport do you prefer, and what do you see yourself playing at the next level?</div><br /><div><strong>I see myself playing both and hopefully i have the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">opportunity</span> at either one</strong></div><br /><br /><div><strong></strong></div><div>What is the transition like after playing summer ball against the top players in the country, and then playing high school ball in the spring?</div><br /><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>well of course the talent in summer ball is at a higher level and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">theres</span> some outstanding player especially at some of the events i have attended and it has given me a chance to play in front of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">a lot</span> of the right people.. school my focus is to really finish what i started by ending the year off with a bang and bringing and winning a another state title for my team and surrounding community.</strong></div><br /><div>Being highly ranked in both sports, how does this have an effect on your day to day life?</div><br /><br /><div></div><div><strong>It <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">doesn't</span> both sports are humbling games especially baseball i just try to use that in my day to day life be humble and comfortable with who u are</strong></div><br /><div> </div><div>Last question, what is your favorite team, and do you have a favorite player?<br /><br /><strong>no specific team...player <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">grady</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">seizemore</span> b/c i think i resemble him as a player </strong></div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-8430646976395200972010-01-20T11:03:00.000-08:002010-01-20T11:08:10.832-08:00Sneak Peak: 2011 DraftI know this is a 2010 draft blog, but I am just going to give a sneak peak at my top ten for the 2011 high school class.<br /><br /><strong>1. Travis Harrison- 3B, Tustin High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>2. Daniel Norris- LHP, Science Hill High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>3. Christian Lopes- SS, Valencia High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>4. Dylan Bundy- RHP, Owasso High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>5. Archie Bradley- RHP, Muskogee High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>6. Daniel Camarena- LHP, Cathedral Catholic High School</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>7. Michael Kelly- RHP, West Boca High School</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>8. Hudson Boyd- RHP, South Fort Myers High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>9. Nick Delmonico- INF, Farragut High School<br /></strong><br /><strong>10. Dillon Howard- RHP, Searcy High School</strong>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-6239184418843120922010-01-17T09:48:00.000-08:002010-01-17T10:03:10.997-08:00Top Prospect Interview: Jared Lakind<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLykpxMMfUjTUOvhEXOQDlAxB6ITKzaQWdFjhUvF1XxMvbvl2IOne8H2CI3OYLm8fFw_zE9kNCuQS8QGj1lcEO8x3nS___bwWSZHJpxsiK-NTs7JVGYZCGZNraUOF-PJ9KbwCW0VMJ7_Y/s1600-h/lakind.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427770289889892210" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLykpxMMfUjTUOvhEXOQDlAxB6ITKzaQWdFjhUvF1XxMvbvl2IOne8H2CI3OYLm8fFw_zE9kNCuQS8QGj1lcEO8x3nS___bwWSZHJpxsiK-NTs7JVGYZCGZNraUOF-PJ9KbwCW0VMJ7_Y/s320/lakind.bmp" border="0" /></a> Interview with top 2010 draft prospect Jared Lakind. Lakind was an AFLAC All-American this summer.<br /><br /><br /><br />Jeff Sullivan: Congrats on signing with Arkansas. What made you choose this school, and what other schools were in the running?<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Jared Lakind: I chose Arkansas because of multiple reasons. One of course was the baseball program and the competition that Arkansas plays against (SEC). Another reason was the way the coaches treated me while I was there, couldn't have been better. Last but not least was the environment of Fayetteville, everyone was nice and helpful, as if they were part of your family. Some of the other schools I had to decide from were Rice, Texas A&M, and Tulane</strong>.<br /><br />You are one of the top two way players in the country at this time. Which position do you prefer, and what do you see yourself playing at the next level?<br /><br /><strong>This summer was the most fun I have had playing baseball with traveling, level of competition, and interaction with those other high level players. I love to play so I would perfer any position on the field but being left-handed the positions are limited. I've been told that I am able to play the corner positions (1B, rightfield, or leftfield) so I guess where ever the team needs me to play i'm egar to play. </strong><br /><br />On the hill, what pitches do you throw, and where do they sit?<br /><br /><strong>Well I don't see the mound too much but when I do I throw fastball (4 seam and 2 seam), curveball, change-up. My fastball is getting more consistant around 86- 88 and on those days feeling great I have touched 90- 91. My curveball is 77-79 with late break and change-up is around 81-83</strong><br /><br /><br />What is the transition like after playing summer ball against the top players in the country, and then playing high school ball in the spring?<br /><br /><strong>The transition from playing that quality of baseball is not much, you still have to do the basics it just might be at a slower pace and living in Houston everyone is good.</strong><br /><br />Last question, what is your favorite team, and do you have a favorite player?<br /><br /><strong>My favorite team with out a doubt is the New York Yankees because most of my family live in New Jersey so I've grown up watching the pinstripes and disliking those guys with red socks in Boston. My favorite player is a tie between Pete Rose and Mickey Mantle, so I would say Pete Mantle or Mickey Rose is my favorite player. Thankyou for allowing me to do this interview. </strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>Jared Lakind</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>Cypress Woods HS</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>Class of 2010 </strong>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-74564477517803824282010-01-06T07:13:00.000-08:002010-01-06T07:19:19.103-08:00NEW SITEHey Everyone, I will still be updating this blog regularly, but be sure to check out my new site! Jheremy Brown and I have teamed to make one of the best draft sites out there. Rankings, player profiles, mock drafts, and much more.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jjscouting.com/">www.jjscouting.com</a><br /><br />Jheremy's other site- www.2011mlbdraft.blogspot.comMLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-64318979789925058832010-01-01T07:47:00.000-08:002010-01-06T06:52:14.018-08:002010 TOP 25 HIGH SCHOOL PROSPECTS<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixlacJUQhXjEWE1W9ug_5ouVv3jfUg8f8k4JEn_N7bD4MoIpJocxiv_5nY9alEUESg6KW1UDCeBHiUH6L6WI8LWBbCRcTTKBkoqK3RpEUHLhp_5pPRyWPGCgi0LVZZrLeoawsLoTJI_fY/s1600-h/aj+cole.bmp"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421799578200554850" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixlacJUQhXjEWE1W9ug_5ouVv3jfUg8f8k4JEn_N7bD4MoIpJocxiv_5nY9alEUESg6KW1UDCeBHiUH6L6WI8LWBbCRcTTKBkoqK3RpEUHLhp_5pPRyWPGCgi0LVZZrLeoawsLoTJI_fY/s320/aj+cole.bmp" border="0" /></strong></a><strong><br /></strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>Here is a look at the updated rankings for the 2010 top 25 high school prospects.</strong><br /><br /><strong>1/7/10<br /></strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong></strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>1- Jameson Taillon- RHP, Woodlands </strong><br /><br />Taillon is the clear number one high school prospect heading into the spring. He was brilliant all summer, including a dominating performance at the AFLAC All-American Game. Taillon sits mid 90's and flashes an excellent curve ball. Definite top 10 pick in June. <strong>Commitment- Rice</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>2- Karsten Whitson- RHP, Chipley HS</strong><br /><br />With a very strong summer, Whitson pulled away to become the number two player behind Taillon. Whitson has a perfect pitcher's frame, and a smooth, clean delivery. He sits mid 90's and possesses a sharp slider that could develop into a solid out pitch. He looked great all week in San Diego at AFLAC. He struck out Harper and got game MVP Tony Wolters to ground into a double play. <strong>Commitment- Florida</strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><p><strong>3- AJ Cole- RHP, Oviedo HS</strong></p><br />Cole has been near the top of the class for quite some time. He stands in at 6'5, 185 with room to fill out his frame. His fastball sits low-mid 90's and his breaking ball is one of the top pitches in the country. Look for Cole to have a big spring and potentially add velocity to his fastball. <strong>Commitment- Miami</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>4- DeAndre Smelter- RHP, Ta</strong><strong>ttnall HS</strong><br /><br /><strong></strong><br />Smelter has come on strong as of late, putting himself in conversation with the top tier pitching prospects of the country. He made easy work of his one inning at AFLAC, striking out the side, including phenoms Bryce Harper and Austin Wilson. Smelter is a true athlete who is also a great football player. When pitching becomes his only focus, he could get even better. <strong>Commitment- Georgia Tech</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>5-Josh Sale- OF, Bishop Blanchet HS</strong><br /><br /><br />The best high school hitter in the country. Sale has a very aggressive approach at the plate, and combines that with very quick bat speed. He is a corner outfielder down the line, but his bat should be able to play at any position. Sale should have no problem with his high school senior year in Washington. Sale should have a huge senior season, and find himself in near the top of the draft. <strong>Commitment- Gonzaga</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>6-Stetson Allie- RHP, St. Edward Prep</strong><br /><br /><strong></strong><br />Not only does Allie have the best arm in this class, but he has the best high school arm in recent memory. Allie has already flashed his fastball up to 99 mph. He also throws a very hard slider that has the velocity of other pitchers fastballs. Allie is also a power hitting third baseman, but the mound is where he will be given his first shot. <strong>Commitment- North Carolina</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>7-Dylan Covey- RHP, Maranatha HS</strong><br /><br /><strong></strong><br />Covey has put himself into the top of the first round with a great summer. He looked very sharp in San Diego and his breaking ball might rank as the number one off-speed pitch in the nation. Covey has a solid build at 6'2, 200 pounds and is a workhorse on the mound. He should find himself in the first round. <strong>Commitment- San Diego</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>8-Austin Wilson- OF, Harvard-Westlake </strong><br /><br />A physically imposing player, Wilson does everything well. He has high power potential and a strong arm from the outfield. He is a top of the line athlete and has all the tools to be a great major leaguer. Wilson will battle Sale all year long as the best high school outfielder in the nation. <strong>Commitment- Stanford</strong><br /><br /><strong>9- Manny Machad0- SS,Brito Private </strong><br /><br />Machado might have been the player who benefited most from summer ball. He is a big shortstop at 6'2, 180 pounds. He has put himself into first round talks, and should be the first high school infielder taken in the draft. <strong>Commitment- Florida International</strong><br /><p><strong>10-Nick Castellanos- 3B, Archbishop McCarthy HS</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Castellanos also had a big summer. He went 4-4 with 4 doubles at the Under Armour All-America Game, and continued his success with Team USA. His defense improved at 3B, and at 6'3, 190, he should be able to stay there long term. Castellanos and Machado will be battling all year to be the first prep infielder taken. <strong>Commitment- Miami</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>11- Yordy Cabrera- SS, Lakeland HS</strong><br /><br />A big, strong kid at 6'2, 200 pounds. Cabrera put on one of the best power displays I have ever seen in San Diego, destroying balls well over the practice field at the AFLAC All-America Game. He might have the most natural power in the class, and will be viewed as a high pick coming into the year. <strong>Commitment- Miami</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><br /><strong>12-Kevin Gausman- RHP, Grandview HS</strong><br /><br />Gausman is a bit overlooked when it comes to top of the line pitchers for this years draft. He pitches in Colorado, where the talent in high school baseball is nowhere near that of the other top pitchers. Gausman still has room to fill out at 6'4, 180, and it will be interesting to see how his senior year effects him in the draft. <strong>Commitment- LSU</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>13-Justin O'Conner- SS/C- Cowan HS</strong><br /><br />O'Conner has the potential to play anywhere on the field. He has a lightning arm, and a quick release at shortstop. This summer, O'Conner took up catching, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up in the draft. He is also a top of line pitching prospect, but his defense and power bat should stick. <strong>Commitment- Arkansas<br /></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>14- Kevin Ziomek- LHP, Amherst HS</strong><br /><br />In a year short of lefties, Ziomek has found himself sitting atop the list. He has a four pitch repetoire. His fastball sits 87-90, and his slider has the potential to be a special as well. Ziomek will have no problem with his competition in Massachusetts, and should find himself as the first prep left hander taken in the draft. <strong>Commitment- Vanderbilt<br /></strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>15- AJ Vanegas- RHP, Redwood Christian HS</strong><br /><br />Vanegas displayed his great arm in San Diego at the AFLAC Game. He sat 90-91, and his breaking ball is a plus pitch. Stanford commits are always hard to get a read on as far as their draft status, so that will be a factor. If signable, Vanegas should end up at the back of the first round or supplemental pick. <strong>Commitment- Stanford<br /></strong><br /><br /><strong>16-Kaleb Cowart- 3B/RHP- Cook HS</strong><br /><br />One of the best arms in the nation. Cowart's arm across the diamond is one of the best I've ever seen from a high schooler. Cowart is intriguing at third base, and as a pitcher. His power arm will give him a chance on the mound, and at this point, I am leaning more towards Cowart's arm on the hill. <strong>Commitment- Florida State<br /></strong><br /><br /><strong>17-Cameron Bedrosian- RHP, East Coweta HS</strong><br /><br />The son of former Cy Yound award winner Steve Bedrosian. Bedrosian's curve ball is one of the best secondary pitches in the nation, and he got both Bryce Harper and Kris Bryant to strike out on it during the AFLAC All-American Game. He has a real feel for pitching, and will be a high pick in June. <strong>Commitment- LSU</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>18-Garin Cecchini- SS, Barbe HS</strong><br /><br />Cecchini has put himself into the mix with the top prep infielders. His swing generates a lot of power from the left side, and he repeats it very well. He will stay at short in high school, but will out grow the position and should settle nicely at third base. <strong>Commitment- LSU<br /></strong><br /><br /><strong>19- Stefan Sabol- C, Aliso Niguel HS</strong><br /><br />Sabol is a gamer. He is a pure athlete who can play the outfield as well. He might not be able to stick at catcher, but his athleticism should be able to play at a corner outfield spot. His swing generates hard contact and line drives. Sabol's senior year will see what position he is taken at. <strong>Commitment- Oregon</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>20-Chevez Clarke- OF, Marietta HS</strong><br /><br />Clarke might be the best defensive outfielder on the list. He covers a lot of ground, and has the best chance to stick at CF down the road. A great athlete who tracks balls well in the outfield, Clarke also has a good arm from center. Clarke is also a switch hitter who is very capable from both sides. <strong>Commitment- Georgia Tech</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>21-Taijuan Walker- RHP, Yucaipa HS</strong><br /><br />Walker has come on late with his power fastball and curve ball. At 6'5, 190, Walker has not yet physically matured, and he should be able to add more zip to his fastball once he does. Look for Walker to move up on the list with a good spring. <strong>Uncommitted</strong><br /><br /><strong>22- Tony Wolters- SS, Rancho Bueno Vista HS</strong><br /><br />Wolters was the AFLAC All-American Game MVP. He is a true ball player who is fantastic defensively. At 5'10, 165, Wolters profiles as the perfect second baseman. He has a smooth swing from the left side that generates hard contact. <strong>Commitment- San Diego</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>23- Marcus Littlewood- SS,Pineview HS</strong><br /><br />Littlewood and Wolters would make the best middle infield in the nation next year at San Diego should both make it to campus. Littlewood is a smooth infielder and makes plays. He is also a switch hitter with consistent contact. Look for a big spring from him in the state of Utah. <strong>Commitment- San Diego<br /></strong><br /><br /><strong>24-Kris Bryant- 3B, Bonanza HS</strong><br /><br />Three San Diego committs in a row. Bryant has massive power, but has yet to translate that to the games. A big kid at 6'5, 205, Bryant might need a little seasoning to be able to hit the ball with consistent power. Bryant and Cabrera will be the top two prep power hitters come June. <strong>Commitment- San Diego</strong><br /><br /><br /><strong>25-Brian Ragira- OF, Martin HS</strong><br /><strong></strong><br />Ragira has been near the top of this class for quite some time. A true outfielder who plays excellent defense, Ragira also has a great outfield arm. His arm could also play on the mound, but he will be given his shot as a position player first. <strong>Commitment- Stanford</strong>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-16582484537531966302009-12-15T06:02:00.000-08:002009-12-15T06:10:40.355-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: Chevez Clarke<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-6l94dexf9NWordCH-VM7uwznkeRrK04mNVtxak1kbFevcJH5kXsvMQKQbWzCegrsdZbbjNyoeDZgzlht4mPr5NiGHtqcDNe4s8Iimbs4nkXDjzAbhDVNx9Pjd-zKQ126RewJQvn3aog/s1600-h/clarke.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415464394349493202" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-6l94dexf9NWordCH-VM7uwznkeRrK04mNVtxak1kbFevcJH5kXsvMQKQbWzCegrsdZbbjNyoeDZgzlht4mPr5NiGHtqcDNe4s8Iimbs4nkXDjzAbhDVNx9Pjd-zKQ126RewJQvn3aog/s320/clarke.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div>Interview with Top Prospect Chevez Clarke. Clarke is a highly ranked outfielder that attends Marietta High School in Georgia. He currently checks in at 13 in the nation by Baseball America.<br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Jeff Sullivan: Hey Chevez, thanks a lot for taking the time. First off, congrats on signing with Georgia Tech. What made you choose GT, and what other schools were in the running?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Chevez Clarke :I chose GT because I felt like I still wanted my parents to come watch me play for another 3 years and also even if baseball doesn't work out, I have an excellent plan B I can look forward to. I had Georgia, LSU, Florida State, North Carolina, and Miami in the running.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>You are ranked 13 by Baseball America, and 17 by PG. Do you look at these rankings, and how do they have an effect on your day to day life?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I don't really read my own press or look at rankings. I hardly know anything about that. It really doesn't have an effect on my everyday life because I just take it one day at a time and get ready for June.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Between now and the Draft in June, what is one thing you trying to improve on?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I am really working on my bunting. I have taken several days out of the month and did nothing but bunt.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Last question, what is your favorite team, and who is your favorite player?</div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>My favorite team is the Philadelphia Phillies and my favorite player is Jimmy Rollins</strong> </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-18508049568610139162009-12-14T05:00:00.000-08:002009-12-14T05:10:13.354-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: Adam Plutko<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMrgnQc7IwGuGV96mv49W0X-I19hJrVclihHTBXMySg2j7on4av3GLPuIcOoPUCHDhW_gLvlDKE4rfz3L3Hn8NNynHMcWaPfG3EFgP5O-d_4AC48Gk1qY9acirtr1IOkzZQi0NaIOyxI/s1600-h/plutko.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415078108696789314" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 130px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 86px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMrgnQc7IwGuGV96mv49W0X-I19hJrVclihHTBXMySg2j7on4av3GLPuIcOoPUCHDhW_gLvlDKE4rfz3L3Hn8NNynHMcWaPfG3EFgP5O-d_4AC48Gk1qY9acirtr1IOkzZQi0NaIOyxI/s320/plutko.jpg" border="0" /></a> An interview with Top Prospect Adam Plutko. Plutko is a 6'3, 180 pound RHP from Glendora High School in California. He is ranked in the top 60 in the country, both by Baseball America and Perfect Game.<br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Jeff Sullivan: First off, congrats on signing with UCLA. Being from California, was this the school you were looking at all along, and what other schools were a factor?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Adam Plutko: No actually i wasnt looking there at all but Coach Savage really drew me in with his pitching style. I was talking to USC Oregon Fullerton UCI... all the local schools</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>What pitches are in your repetoire? Where do they usually sit?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I throw 4 seam fastball 2 seam fastball curveball change and slider... slider is kinda a new pitch. I usually sit at around 91-92 and topped out at 94.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>You are ranked in the Top 60 prospects in the nation, both by Baseball America and Perfect Game. Describe how that feels, and how it has an effect on your day to day life.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>To be honest i had no clue until u just told me about it. i dont look at all of the blogs and rankings i just go about my business and keep working hard because thats whats gonna make the difference not Baseball America rankings.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Describe how the Area Code Games went for you this year, and how is it playing against the top players in the country.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Area Code games went really well! i think i threw 3 innings had 6 K's and just threw the ball really well. I changed speeds well and my change was really on. I threw the ball really well for my second time in the Area Code games.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>If there was one thing you would like to improve on between now and the MLB Draft in June, what would that be?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I would like to improve on my fitness level and lower half. That is gonna be the the difference when i go deep into ball games this year.</strong> </div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Last question, what is your favorite team, and what players do you follow?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I am a huge red sox fan!! I love Josh Beckett! any time he throws i sit down and watch what he does. I am also a fan of Jared Weaver and how deceptive he is with his different pitches.</strong></div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-44205072127710627462009-12-05T08:52:00.000-08:002009-12-05T09:03:57.006-08:00Blue Jays Add First Round Pick<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjop9OA5zEi8FDZkbwJh8Vyj_2gqDOj6drkMdVpAL7JDT3v7px_s9kWmYXEfF-t_tP7E6kgI8pt2M04wiJP_sN4AaYnQxO-omctH1rlj9B2XkrKY6jysxdviVa2tLdZTu4MBANy2ANw6zs/s1600-h/scutaro.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5411798901550820306" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 237px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjop9OA5zEi8FDZkbwJh8Vyj_2gqDOj6drkMdVpAL7JDT3v7px_s9kWmYXEfF-t_tP7E6kgI8pt2M04wiJP_sN4AaYnQxO-omctH1rlj9B2XkrKY6jysxdviVa2tLdZTu4MBANy2ANw6zs/s320/scutaro.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>On Friday, the Boston Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Sox</span> signed former Blue Jay Marco <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Scutaro</span> to a two-year contract. With this signing, the Blue Jays will receive the Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Sox</span> first round pick, as <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Scutaro</span> was a Type-A free agent. The pick will come near the end of the first round, as pick 29. Although this is a loss for the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Sox</span>, they did just get the 20<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">th</span> pick a few days ago, for the departure of Billy Wagner to the Braves. </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-91719231711236141032009-12-03T20:03:00.000-08:002009-12-03T20:11:44.413-08:00Harper Officially Eligible for 2010 MLB Draft<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhWF-qEUjZ0Kflvz9C64CKTEzjt_p6JEZvYPKywYy0Q_Eeu1GzvB-mQkVrEawgjaBpSiqrH0ylzjpVQ88LEvLI49A06O8JilFxdyiBROl3BTmn1CX3Ds24IiSw9X4vcaOak97OKYeQvmw/s1600-h/harperr.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5411227681604542050" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhWF-qEUjZ0Kflvz9C64CKTEzjt_p6JEZvYPKywYy0Q_Eeu1GzvB-mQkVrEawgjaBpSiqrH0ylzjpVQ88LEvLI49A06O8JilFxdyiBROl3BTmn1CX3Ds24IiSw9X4vcaOak97OKYeQvmw/s320/harperr.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Bryce Harper is now officially a part of the 2010 draft class. Harper had to pass his GED in order to become eligible for the draft. On <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Thursday</span>, news broke that Harper passed the test for high school equivalency, therefore making him official, as part of the draft. As it stands now, Harper is still the front runner to be the #1 overall selection. </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-69369951634168714362009-12-02T18:50:00.000-08:002009-12-02T19:05:11.692-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: Josh Sale<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqcKmNXXcl1dnx6iQxBPvg7NOvWee4MOespulQFuJV_n8fbHTDou1xnfieE0zajdUVDWMTxOD13nhIMMOBmXOPmu6IS7nrBs35v1p5CIxnzZ7h7gyEmlET6lUF-QAu6nhQahQcawIFJI/s1600-h/sale.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410839854708963330" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqcKmNXXcl1dnx6iQxBPvg7NOvWee4MOespulQFuJV_n8fbHTDou1xnfieE0zajdUVDWMTxOD13nhIMMOBmXOPmu6IS7nrBs35v1p5CIxnzZ7h7gyEmlET6lUF-QAu6nhQahQcawIFJI/s320/sale.bmp" border="0" /></a> Interview with Top Prospect Josh Sale. Sale is currently the number 5 ranked player in the nation, and the number 1 outfielder in the nation, according to Baseball America. Sale has all the tools to be a power hitting corner outfielder at the Major League level. Look for a big spring from him, as he will have no problem with the pitching he faces in Washington.<br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Jeff Sullivan:Thanks for taking the time Josh. Congrats on signing with Gonzaga. What made you choose Gonzaga over other top schools in the country?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Josh Sale: I chose Gonzaga over other schools because first, it felt very comfortable. Second, I wanted to play somewhere where my parents would be able to see me play, they haven't missed a game in my life. Third, Gonzaga's team was young and having success and still is. Also they offered me a starting spot right away as a freshman. Lastly, they also gave me a great offer, which a lot of other places did at the same time, but Gonzaga fit the criteria I was looking for.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>You come into the year ranked as the #1 HS Outfielder in the draft, how does that have an effect on your day to day life?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Getting the news, and seeing my name listed as the #1 HS OF in the draft was fun and exciting. Although, when it come's to my everyday life/school or personal life, it doesn't effect me too much. Sure there are my friends/acquaintances that bring it up in conversation, but when they do I give them an honest answer and try to be humble. (Being cocky is not a good way to make/keep friends). But probably the biggest effect it's had in my day to day life is scouts calling, and trying to schedule in-house visits around all my school work and training.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>What is the transition like after playing summer ball against top pitchers in the nation on the biggest stage, and then facing high school pitchers in Washington?</div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>Let me tell you, everything I did last summer and even the summer before that, regarding showcase's and prospect showing's was the time of my life. But what does Washington have to offer? Does it compare at all? Simply, no. I love the big time pitching, it's faster, and the game is much more advanced, which is what I love. Washington's pitching in high school is...well, terrible. It's slow, people can't throw strikes...I just don't like it. But, that said, I have to deal with it. I have to make adjustments, that's what the game is about. So for now, I live with it, and do what I can.</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Between now and the draft in June, what are you trying to improve on?</div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>Like everyone, I have my own little things that need work. Personally I believe I need to improve my entire game. I'm working on infield skills, running for my outfield game, and I'm always trying to be more consistent with hitting to be able to drive the ball anywhere with authority. Also, I'm in the gym with my workout partner's working on getting stronger and quicker to help improve my all around game.</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Last question, what is your favorite team, and who is your favorite player?</div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>Haha. Some people might hate me for this but that's ok, I don't care. But, honestly, my favorite team is the NY Yankees. Why? Because of the legacy, the dynasty, and the history that has filled that team's rosters over the years. I find it amazing! I've changed my view of my favorite player over and over because there's a lot out there that I like. That said, I'll give someone who I think is a great player, but also a great person. The attitude on and off the field, coupled with his work ethic makes this guy a great model for the game. I won't say he's my favorite but definitely someone that I look up to, and that's Derek Jeter.</strong></div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-13967202528256525172009-12-02T05:32:00.000-08:002009-12-02T05:48:15.283-08:00Red Sox Land 20th Overall Selection<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUSzDDIrM0qU8ZQSr_S30GUoHrXxsLVa-o-2A_TvADdShsTQfd1w0t3sQH-V5KlH7vkxW3iGUZf-W3Lzes3JKwVQI1FMZ5sGWr73nSVXne0gT6qUGG5HB_U6sh8_a2lPl_Zbt2J4GDC5o/s1600-h/wagner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410631751031785282" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 225px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUSzDDIrM0qU8ZQSr_S30GUoHrXxsLVa-o-2A_TvADdShsTQfd1w0t3sQH-V5KlH7vkxW3iGUZf-W3Lzes3JKwVQI1FMZ5sGWr73nSVXne0gT6qUGG5HB_U6sh8_a2lPl_Zbt2J4GDC5o/s320/wagner.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>The Atlanta Braves and former Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Sox</span> reliever Billy Wagner have agreed to a contract. Wagner, 38, agreed to a one year, 7 million dollar contract. With the signing, the Braves lose their first round pick because Wagner is a Type A free agent. As of now, the Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sox</span> have the rights to the 20<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">th</span> overall selection, and will hold on to the pick unless Atlanta signs a higher ranked player than Wagner. The pick would then go to the team that lost the higher player. This seems unlikely, but players that could still pull away the 20<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">th</span> pick are John Lackey, Jason Bay, Jose <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Valverde</span>, Matt <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Holliday</span>, and Marco <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Scutaro</span>. </div><div> </div><div>The Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Sox</span> also <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">receive</span> a supplemental pick for the signing, which occurs between the first and second rounds. </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-15152612726268543362009-11-30T05:56:00.000-08:002009-11-30T06:07:26.987-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: DeAndre Smelter<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZx2pl2T-2PeKWMmaci74YRs-kJWo54UozYea9vRzMKPCdE_Af_7yYLL8EKHk0BLG5TuVDsHSzj-KX0HcpITZrlFUPzwFvbETGuVxqo-Tq8CyGSBzdHgzpIdzExrqRM5ccEsKz6KYy0Xo/s1600/Smelter.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409897038394035634" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZx2pl2T-2PeKWMmaci74YRs-kJWo54UozYea9vRzMKPCdE_Af_7yYLL8EKHk0BLG5TuVDsHSzj-KX0HcpITZrlFUPzwFvbETGuVxqo-Tq8CyGSBzdHgzpIdzExrqRM5ccEsKz6KYy0Xo/s320/Smelter.jpg" border="0" /></a> <strong>Interview with Top Prospect DeAndre Smelter. Smelter is a RHP from Tattnall Square Academy in Macon, GA. Smelter is currently ranked 18th in the nation by Baseball America. I have been big on Smelter since watching him in San Diego during the AFLAC All-American Game week. Once baseball is the only sport he is focusing on, he could become even better. Look out for a big year!</strong> <p></p><br /><p></p><br /><p></p><br /><p>Jeff Sullivan Question: First off, congrats on signing with Georgia Tech. What made you choose the school, and what other schools interested you?</p><br /><p><strong>DeAndre Smelter: Thanks! I really felt comfortable with the coaches and the program. I believe that they can get me better so that I can reach the next level. The two main schools on my list were Georgia and Georgia Tech.</strong></p><br /><p></p><br /><p>You are one of the top ranked HS pitchers in the nation. Describe how that feels, and how it has an effect on your day to day life.</p><br /><p><strong>It feels great! I think it shows that my hard work from Day 1 is paying off. It hasn't had an effect on my everyday life at all. Everybody pretty much still treats me the same.</strong></p><br /><p></p><br /><p>What pitches do you throw? Where do they usually sit?</p><br /><p><strong>I throw 4 seam fastball/ 93-96, 2 seam/ 90-92, Slider/ 83-86, Split 82-84</strong></p><br /><p></p><br /><p>If there was one thing to improve on between now and the draft in June, what would that be?</p><br /><p><strong>I w</strong><strong>ant to improve consistency with all my pitches. I want to be able to locate and throw all of them for strikes consistently.</strong></p><br /><p><strong></strong></p><br /><p>Last question. Who is your favorite player and what is your favorite team?</p><br /><p><strong>I don't really have a favorite player or team, but being from Georgia, I like the Braves. I enjoy watching other teams play as well like the Red Sox, Yankees, and the Angles. As far as a player, I love the way Manny Ramirez plays. He has fun while he's playing like every other player should.</strong> </p>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-81090271425884537852009-11-27T16:05:00.000-08:002009-11-27T20:21:33.878-08:00Bryce Harper<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpiVQ4bVfSIZCLV3qQB-jmCTjeBDjT_q4lgRQ-7aNnQjULsl0ujPyeD5aouDdD7e1mQ0E-2hGc2cCECkWOjcqRp_Rs909y9boKiIWwDoaqDG-tnOIPx_9KlKbCfiP13AjQnFqoxqgqyg/s1600/hap.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408950401247650146" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpiVQ4bVfSIZCLV3qQB-jmCTjeBDjT_q4lgRQ-7aNnQjULsl0ujPyeD5aouDdD7e1mQ0E-2hGc2cCECkWOjcqRp_Rs909y9boKiIWwDoaqDG-tnOIPx_9KlKbCfiP13AjQnFqoxqgqyg/s320/hap.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>So, the big news this draft is phenom Bryce Harper. Harper IS a generational talent, that is for sure. He has received a lot of criticism for his decision to skip the end of his high school career at Las Vegas High School. <div></div><br /></div><div>To me, Harper is making the right choice. Although history has said that the choice to forgo your high school years is a bad one, I trust in Harper's choice. Fellow catchers Landon Powell, and Robert Stock both made the choice to skip the end of their high school careers, but that was to enroll at a four year college. Both catchers did not fair well in their choice, but Harper's talent is far and away above Powell and Stock. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Harper is what a scout dreams about, plus-plus power from the left side, a cannon from behind the dish, a solid work ethic, and above average speed, for a catcher. Watching him in San Diego was a treat. Harper put balls well over the right field fence at the University of San Diego, where the AFLAC All-Americans practiced. Harper did not fair well in the game in San Diego, but the talent was still there.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Although the money would have still been there for Harper had he entered the 2011 MLB Draft, why not enter a year early, while increasing his leverage, and making him a year younger at the time of the draft. Those two factors, with the addition of Scott Boras will equal out to what should be the largest bonus ever for a high school player. Even if he is not the first player drafted, which he should be, Harper will not get far. Teams like Boston, New York, and many more will not let a talent like Harper slip by them. I see both sides of the arguement, but to me, Harper is making the choice he wants, and who are we to question that? </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-47825989839394627322009-11-26T16:40:00.000-08:002009-11-26T16:42:35.070-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE9Isgy0ZfTNxGiVtrEa-c59itI1GHXrERlnyjuljiilbchxRrS6MMk_0tcP6mZtT_tA2o96qrABEgwEvzRW6K36EXMqNzCvkFLUK8RRPqG1PqO82SxiHu0WeeMhHObkJVgjQZ2N0WM98/s1600/whitson.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408577302918724658" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE9Isgy0ZfTNxGiVtrEa-c59itI1GHXrERlnyjuljiilbchxRrS6MMk_0tcP6mZtT_tA2o96qrABEgwEvzRW6K36EXMqNzCvkFLUK8RRPqG1PqO82SxiHu0WeeMhHObkJVgjQZ2N0WM98/s320/whitson.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Happy Thanksgiving! Be sure to check out the blog within the next couple of days. I will be doing a player profile of Karsten Whitson, RHP, Chipley High School.</div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-48074685113817218292009-11-24T18:41:00.000-08:002009-11-24T18:48:39.102-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: Kevin Gausman<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6yvn7ifM2kCXrSQWDThMuJNXp098nc-wEG-E3KqNbzBykyxKPuLetlGfRRkvF2Qf7pidQXvA7wRBH-uy3XW0LR3WWOJQROgv0ZAaJHjPOvJTwYaHb27zNUGmS0-niqp_4aN9Kdi94w3w/s1600/Gausman.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407867244287801186" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 254px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6yvn7ifM2kCXrSQWDThMuJNXp098nc-wEG-E3KqNbzBykyxKPuLetlGfRRkvF2Qf7pidQXvA7wRBH-uy3XW0LR3WWOJQROgv0ZAaJHjPOvJTwYaHb27zNUGmS0-niqp_4aN9Kdi94w3w/s320/Gausman.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Interview with Top Prospect Kevin Gausman. Gausman is a 6'4, 180 pound RHP from Grandview High School in Colorado. He is currently ranked # 7 in the nation by Baseball America.</strong></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Q: First off, congrats on signing with LSU. What made you choose the school, and what other schools interested you?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Gausman: Well i really wanted a school that was rich with baseball tradition. I wanted a place that was different than anywhere else and if you've ever been to Baton Rouge its a lot different than colorado. I also really wanted a place where the coach's treat you like family and LSU's staff is exactly like that. I was considering Texas, ASU, Oregon State, Oregon, Arkansas, and Miami</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>You are one of the top ranked HS pitchers in the nation. Describe how that feels, and how it has an effect on your day to day life.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>It's an awesome experience being seen like that. I think its kinda hard getting used to people mentioning your name in the mock drafts and all those rankings. Its definately had an effect on my life. I think its because i am from a state thats not known for baseball and i kinda have everything against me in that respect. Its been fun though and im looking forward to the future.</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>What pitches do you throw? Where do they usually sit?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I throw 4 pitches. My fastball usually sits from 93-94. My slider is around 82-84. My curveball is around 74-76. My change-up is from 81-83.</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>If there was one thing to improve on between now and the draft in June, what would that be?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>I think the biggest thing is to become more consistent and just fine turn my stuff. Another thing is that i want to get into my legs more and maybe that'll just improve everything</strong></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Last question. Who is your favorite player and what is your favorite team?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>My favorite player is Jon Papelbon. I idol myself after him in the fact that he can go from being relaxed and non-serious to being a bulldog on the mound. He just dominates hitters. My favorite team was the Phillies, but then they traded my boy Pat the Bat. So, now i'd say the Rockies.</strong> </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-15602076688753543242009-11-20T13:17:00.000-08:002009-11-21T03:50:12.167-08:00Top Prospect Q and A: Dylan Covey<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZkfnvbtJtI18F7C3PekHGqj5bf4cRJZFlHAwSHkDLcv13lQ706wpyghOQXvFrQr-lWM1Pasf55GMIgPTR5APhAVwM4qSHZYmfGu6LOCpOlarc49y12bS_7NeV7jgwsCP0LEfbanc0QmM/s1600/Covey.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406519735152630018" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 229px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZkfnvbtJtI18F7C3PekHGqj5bf4cRJZFlHAwSHkDLcv13lQ706wpyghOQXvFrQr-lWM1Pasf55GMIgPTR5APhAVwM4qSHZYmfGu6LOCpOlarc49y12bS_7NeV7jgwsCP0LEfbanc0QmM/s320/Covey.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div><strong>Interview with Top Prospect Dylan Covey. Covey is the #6 HS prospect in the nation, according to Baseball America.</strong></div><div></div><div></div><div>Q:First off, congrats on signing with San Diego. What made you choose the school, and what other schools interested you?<br /><br /><strong>Covey: San Diego is probably my favorite city. After going to visit the coaches and the campus I was in awe. I visited USC, which was another one of my top choices along with UCLA, Fullerton, and Long beach St., but I decided that I would have no regrets with committing to USD if another school was to show interest later on.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />You are one of the top ranked HS pitchers in the nation. Describe how that feels, and how it has an effect on your day to day life.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Covey: Being ranked so high really doesn't have any effect on my day to day life. Going to a small private school probably has a lot to do with it mainly because it's not a school that is historically known for baseball. It doesn't bother me though, I'd rather not be in the spotlight.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />What pitches do you throw? Where do they usually sit?<br /><br /><strong>Covey: I throw a fastball that sits in the low to mid 90's, a curveball that's anywhere from high 70's to mid 80's, a slider that sits mid 80's with bumps to the uppers occasionally. A change up that is a work in progress. I also have a cutter but rarely throw it and don't know how hard I throw it.</strong><br /><br /><br />If there was one thing to improve on between now and the draft in June, what would that be?<br /><br /><strong>Covey: If I could improve on something right now it would definately be consistancy. Throwing hard and throwing strikes is what separates players in the next level.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />Last question. Who is your favorite player and what is your favorite team?<br /><br /><strong>Covey: I have a lot of players I like to watch but I'm not sure who my favorite would be. And of course being a southern californian I'm a dodger fan </strong><br /><br /><br /><br />Thanks a lot for the time Dylan. Good luck this season </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-14728818092357159152009-11-16T05:37:00.000-08:002009-11-17T15:35:00.762-08:002010 MLB DRAFT: Mock DraftHere is my first look at the 2010 draft. The draft is just about 7 months away, so I'm sure this will change a lot throughout those months.<br /><br /><strong>1. Washington Nationals- Bryce Harper, C, CC of Southern Nevada</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />Although it is nearly impossible for Harper to live up to ALL the hype surrounding him, he is still the clear number one talent in the draft. Unless something catastrophic happens between now and June, Harper will be the first player taken in the draft.<br /><br /><br /><strong>2. Pittsburgh Pirates- Jameson Taillon, RHP, The Woodlands HS (TX)</strong><br /><br />The Pirates almost always lean on the college side with their first pick. However, Taillon has established himself as the front runner for this pick. Pittsburgh saved money with their first pick last year in Tony Sanchez, but signed some good HS players late. When drafted, Taillon would immediately become the number one pitcher in the system.<br /><br /><strong>3. Baltimore Orioles- Christian Colon, SS, Cal State Fullerton</strong><br /><br />Colon is the best position player in the draft. The Orioles are pitching heavy, and Colon would be a nice fit in the system. He does everything well, and the Orioles are in need of an impact position player in the system.<br /><br /><br /><strong>4. Kansas City Royals- Anthony Ranaudo, RHP, LSU</strong><br /><br />Ranaudo comes into the year as the best college pitcher. He is represented by Scott Boras, so that always has an effect on where a player is drafted. When it comes to draft day, the Royals will take the best player available. That is Ranaudo.<br /><br /><strong>5.Cleveland Indians- Drew Pomeranz, LHP, Ole Miss</strong><br /><br />The Indians are lacking a power LHP in the system, and Pomeranz would change that. At 6'5, Pomeranz sits low 90's with a curveball that is a legitimate swing and miss pitch. Cleveland will not pass that up.<br /><br /><br /><strong>6. Arizona Diamondbacks- AJ Cole, RHP, Oviedo HS (FL)</strong><br /><br />Cole might be the most projectable pitcher in the draft. At 6'4, 180 pounds, he still has a lot of room to get stronger. He has two plus pitches and when he fills out they should both improve. He is a top of the line starter.<br /><br /><strong>7. New York Mets- Chris Sale, LHP, Florida Gulf Coast</strong><br /><br />Sale came out of nowhere this summer on the cape to become one of the top LHPs in the draft. The Mets would love to add a 6'6 lefty who is always around the plate into their system. Sale still has room to fill out too, as he is only 175 pounds.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>8.Houston Astros- Brandon Workman, RHP, Texas</strong><br /><br />Armed with a solid fastball and above average curveball, Workman will be on Houston's radar all spring long. A safe pick who should be able to eat up innings.<br /><br /><strong>9.San Diego Padres- Stetson Allie, RHP, St. Edward HS(OH)</strong><br /><br /><br />The hardest thrower in the draft, Allie has already flashed up to 99 mph. Usually a safe picking team, the Padres have showed recently that they are not afraid to spend the money to sign the best player available. The only negative about Allie is that due to his high effort delivery, he might just be a reliever. At worst case, Allie should be able to develop into a power closer, but he will be given his shot in the rotation.<br /><br /><strong>10.Oakland Athletics- James Paxton, LHP, Kentucky</strong><br /><br />Paxton was taken in the first round last year, but didn't sign. A power lefty who can hit upper 90s, Paxton will be the first senior taken on draft day. However, Paxton will still be 21 by the signing deadline, and he still has yet to open his true potential. He has a good fastball/slider mix that he uses well, and a developing change up as well.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>11.Toronto Blue Jays- Zach Cox, 3B, Arkansas</strong><br /><br />Cox, a draft eligible sophomore, might just be the best hitter in the draft after Harper. He is a power left handed bat that the Blue Jays need in the system. Some have questions about the defense, but Cox should be able to stay at third base.<br /><br /><strong>12. Cincinnati Reds- Bryce Brentz, OF, MTSU </strong><br /><br />Shuffled a lot on this pick, but ultimately settled on Brentz. All he has done since he entered college was mash. A true power hitter, Brentz has the ability to hit for power to all fields. With another big year at Middle Tennessee, Brentz will land himself in the middle of the first round.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>13. Chicago White Sox- Matt Harvey, RHP, UNC</strong><br /><br />Harvey was viewed as a top 5 pick, if not the top pick in the draft for quite some time. That was before Harper entered the draft, and before Harvey has a disapointing season at UNC. If Harvey bounces back to form, he could find himself near the top of the draft again.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>14. Milwaukee Brewers- Karsten Whitson, RHP, Chipley HS(FL)</strong><br /><br /><br />Whitson is a personal favorite of mine, who doesn't get enough love from the scouts. I feel he is right there with Cole as the number two pitcher in the class. He has a live arm, and a good feel for his slider. Look for Whitson to have a big spring.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>15. Texas Rangers- Deck McGuire, RHP, Georgia Tech</strong><br /><br />McGuire is a guy with an impressive repetoire. He throws all his pitches well, and at 6'6, he is a very intriguing pick. This pick is the compensation pick for not signing Matthew Purke, so the Rangers have to make sure they pick a player that they know is signable. Look for McGuire to have a big spring in the ACC.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>16. Chicago Cubs- DeAndre Smelter, RHP, Tattnall Square Academy(GA)</strong><br /><br />Smelter is a great athlete. The Cubs have been known to love athletes. Smelter mixes his pitches very well, while hiding the ball effectively. He still has yet to tap into his full potential as a pitcher, and when he does he could sneak his way even higher into the first round.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>17. Tampa Bay Rays- Nick Castellanos, 3B, Archbishop McCarthy HS(FL)</strong><br /><br />Castellanos had a big summer to put himself into the mix. He is a pure hitter, and has solid power to all fields. He is a good athlete, and runs well for being 6'4.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>18. Seattle Mariners- Austin Wilson, OF, Harvard-Westlake HS(CA)</strong><br /><br />The best high school outfielder in the draft. Wilson is a good athlete with an absolute cannon from the outfield. Wilson already has a major league ready outfield arm. He has some good power, and those balls he hits in the gaps should turn into home runs down the road.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>19. Detroit Tigers- LeVon Washington, OF, Chipola JC</strong><br />A first round pick from last year, Washington decided to take the JUCO route. He is represented by Boras, and the Tigers never shy away from the Boras client. Washington will be on most teams radars as we reach the mid to late first round.<br /><br /><strong>20. Atlanta Braves- Cameron Bedrosian, RHP, East Coweta HS(GA)</strong><br />The Braves love the local pick, and Bedrosian could be their guy. He has been around the game for a while, as he is the son of Cy Young Award Winner Steve Bedrosian. Bedrosian has a solid fastball, and a breaking ball that made even Bryce Harper look foolish in the AFLAC game.<br /><br /><strong>21. Minnesota Twins- Manny Machado, INF, Brito Private HS(FL)</strong><br />Machado has some questions on his bat, and if he can stay at shortstop. In both cases, I trust that he can stay at shortstop even if he is already 6'2. He takes good routes to the ball and is relatively smooth. He hits the ball hard, and can handle fastballs well.<br /><br /><strong>22. Texas Rangers- Kevin Keyes, OF, Texas</strong><br />Another first round pick for Texas. I see the Rangers staying local, and selecting the power hitting Keyes. They have been on Keyes for a while, since selecting him in the 2007 draft before he attended UT.<br /><br /><strong>23. Florida Marlins- Josh Sale, OF, Bishop Blanchet HS(WA)</strong><br />Possibly the best pure hitter in the whole 2010 HS class. Sale is a left handed power bat that could be a middle of the order hitter for a long time. He is destined for either left field or right field, and he is not that athletic, but the bat is a special one.<br /><br /><strong>24. San Francisco Giants- Kris Bryant, 3B, Bonanza HS(NV)</strong><br />Bryant is a true power hitter. The giants are lacking the big bat in the lower levels, and Bryant would quickly become the best option. He is a fantastic hitter, but the defense is a question. Some think his ultimate destination might be first base.<br /><br /><strong>25.St. Louis Cardinals- Brett Eibner, OF/RHP, Arkansas</strong><br />Eibner might just be the best two way college player. I'm still 50/50 with him right now. Either way, this season should decide that.<br /><br /><strong>26. Colorado Rockies- Kevin Gausman,RHP,Grandview HS(CO)</strong><br />Gausman is intriguing. He still has a lot of room for him to fill out, as he is 6'4, 180 pounds. He is ultra projectable, and the home state Rockies would love for him to fall to them.<br /><br /><strong>27.Philadelphia Phillies- Yordy Cabrera, SS, Lakeland HS(FL)</strong><br />One of the best power displays I've seen from a HS player. During the week of the AFLAC game Cabrera put on a show in the first round at the University of San Diego. He is big, so he might outgrow SS, but either way, his bat is special.<br /><br /><strong>28.Los Angeles Dodgers- Victor Sanchez, 3B, San Diego</strong><br />Sanchez was a top prospect in HS too, but he has only improved since going to USD. With a big year, Sanchez will move right up the draft boards.<br /><br /><strong>29.Boston Red Sox-Dylan Covey, RHP, Marantha HS(CA)<br /></strong>Covey had a great summer. Some like Covey up with Cole, as the 2-3 behind Taillon. He's in that next level down for me, with Whitson, Smelter, Allie and Bedrosian. The Sox would love to add an arm like this into the lower levels.<br /><br /><strong>30.Los Angeles Angels- Stefan Sabol, C, Aliso Niguel HS(CA)</strong><br />Sabol has a lot riding on this season. A lot of questions about him staying behind the plate. Sabol is a blazer though, and he has the ability to hit to all fields.<br /><br /><strong>31. Tampa Bay Rays- AJ Vanegas, RHP, Redwood Christian HS(CA)</strong><br />Vanegas has some great stuff. A solid fastball, and a power curveball. He is committed to Stanford and that could come into play. If not, his talent is deserving of a late first round pick.<br /><br /><strong>32. New York Yankees- Garin Cecchini, SS, Barbe HS(LA)</strong><br />Cecchini has been flying up the boards. The Yankees have to start thinking of a long term replacement for Derek Jeter. Cecchini will need time to develop in the minors, and by the time he's ready, Jeter might be done.MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-60854170904408332282009-11-15T07:39:00.000-08:002009-11-15T07:42:20.550-08:002010 MLB Mock DraftMy first Mock Draft will be going up within the next couple of days. Be sure to check it out!MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-52598624219321818702009-11-15T07:32:00.000-08:002009-11-15T07:38:08.130-08:002010 MLB Draft Order<strong>2010 MLB Draft Order</strong><br /><br />1. Nationals (59-103)<br /> 2. Pirates (62-99) <br />3. Orioles (64-98)<br /> 4. Royals (65-97) <br />5. Indians (65-97)<br /> 6. Diamondbacks (70-92) <br />7. Mets (70-92) <br />8. Astros (74-88) <br />9. Padres (75-87)<br />10. Athletics (75-87)<br />11. Blue Jays (75-87)<br />12. Reds (78-84)<br />13. White Sox (79-83)<br />14. Brewers (80-82)<br />15. Rangers (for Matt Purke)<br />16. Cubs (83-78)<br />17. Rays (84-78)<br />18. Mariners (85-77)<br />19. Tigers (86-77)<br />20. Braves (86-76)<br />21. Twins (87-76)<br />22. Rangers (87-75)<br />23. Marlins (87-75)<br />24. Giants (88-74)<br />25. Cardinals (91-71)<br />26. Rockies (92-70)<br />27. Phillies (93-69)<br />28. Dodgers (95-67)<br />29. Red Sox (95-67)<br />30. Angels (97-65)<br />31. Rays (for LeVon Washington)<br />32. Yankees (103-59)MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6644235053254516584.post-3000012052312005192009-11-12T19:13:00.000-08:002009-11-21T03:48:40.099-08:00Top Prospect Q and A : Jameson Taillon<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxv0OYyXEF5ZYV9ET7LVtKVF65pNyzozxHRcqmb8XjzvBBo18ITcZIg9gjk1cD2noMYdo2IbFgDTukUbzr2RA9hmc3A7LeVnmD0PQVG-w9j6crdl1BFSACBApqHH0rmEI0fvzRMwNxsVw/s1600-h/jamo.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403422441380720050" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxv0OYyXEF5ZYV9ET7LVtKVF65pNyzozxHRcqmb8XjzvBBo18ITcZIg9gjk1cD2noMYdo2IbFgDTukUbzr2RA9hmc3A7LeVnmD0PQVG-w9j6crdl1BFSACBApqHH0rmEI0fvzRMwNxsVw/s320/jamo.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><strong>Interview with Top Prospect Jameson Taillon. Taillon is the #1 High School Prospect in the nation, according to Baseball America.<br /></strong><a class="GBThreadMessageRow_Image_Link" href="http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=612640894"></a><br /><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong>Jameson Taillon- RHP, Woodlands HS</strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong>Hey Jameson, congrats on signing with Rice. Was this the school you had hoped to attend from the start? Were there any other colleges that were in the mix? </strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong><br />I gave my verbal committment at the very end of my sophmore summer going into my Junior year. People ask if I regret committing so early, my answer is always the same "No Way, I have always wanted to go to Rice, so if they were ready to give their word, I was ready to give mine!". I have always had a twinkle in my eye for Rice. Rice University is 45 minutes from my house, they have a great baseball program with a winning tradition, first class coaches, facilities that are second to none, and incredible academics.. What else could anyone ask for! I got a lot of letters and invitations to attend practices and games from schools like Texas, North Carolina, Vanderbilt, and LSU. However, there was no doubt in my mind I wanted to be a Rice Owl.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>As of right now, you are one of the top RHP prospects in the country. Describe how that feels, and how it has changed your life on a day to day basis.</strong> </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>It's a good feeling knowing that I had a great summer and put myself in position to possibly be a high draft pick. I accomplished all of my goals for the summer (Team USA, Aflac, and Under Armour). However, what matters is being a top RHP come draft day. I realize I have a target on my back and I work hard to try to separate myself from others. This fall I have gotten with Texas Sports Medicine and they have me on a great training program. They work with guys like Adam Dunn, Kyle Russell, Taylor Grote, Jorge Cantu, Chad Qualls, etc. It hasn't changed my life too much. However, I get magazines, baseball cards, and baseballs in the mail to sign which is pretty neat and rewarding!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>If there was one thing that you would like to improve on from now until the draft in June, what would it be?</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>I am working extremely hard this fall on my physical condition, and when I pick up throwing again (I have taken a nice 6 week break from throwing since returning from Venezuela with Team USA) I will be refining my mechanics. However, this season I am really focused on just having the proper mindset. I am working on focusing on what I can control. On the mound there will always be adversity (crowds, umpires, weather, fields, opposing teams, etc.). I know this is a huge spring for me, but I want to work on just having fun playing with my teammates one last time. If I have fun and we focus on the team, then the draft and everything will fall into place.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Last question, what is your favorite team, and who is your favorite player?</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div>Hmm tough question. Being from Houston I follow the Astros a lot. I really don't have one favorite team. I love the way the Angels play the game, I also admire the Red Sox tradition and approach towards the game. Favorite player is Josh Beckett by far. He pitched at Spring High School which is just about 10 miles down the highway. Our high school actually scrimmages Spring our first game every season! I really look up to the way he pitches. He has a fearless approach with dominating stuff. He embodies that big, hard-throwing Texan. We also garner a lot of comparisons.<br /></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Thank you very much for taking the time Jameson. Good luck to you this season.</strong> </div>MLB Draft Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09994108490469876524noreply@blogger.com0