2010 eMLB Mock Draft: Picks 1.1 - 1.4

The Winter Meetings started in earnest today, and the draft is fast approaching. That can mean only one thing; it's time for a myriad of mock drafts - most of which will probably be wrong. Here is my attempt at a mock draft for picks 1-8.

Pick 1.1: New Jersey Refuse Relocation Center of Wisconsin (Wisconsin Brewers) - Evan Longoria

This is a no brainer. He is the best available player in this draft, and he's the perfect 5-year candidate. I would expect a modest improvement in plate discipline and walks in 2010, followed by a considerable spike in average and power in 2011. A spike in steals is not out of the question assuming his legs remain heathy.

Projection: .290, 35 HR, 115 RBI, 90 R, 80BB, 12 SB.

Pick 1.2: Julian Javelina - Ryan Zimmerman

Also a no brainer, assuming I don't trade the pick. Zimmerman is a solid 5-year guy himself, but he'll get a 3-year deal from me. Last year was his breakout year, but it was a little uneven. I expect more consistency in the second half and maybe a small increase in power totals.

Projections: .300, 34 HR, 112 RBI, 75 BB, 85 R.

Pick 1.3: Michigan Miracles - Ian Kinsler

Just a hunch, but with Uggla gone I am not buying that Renner takes Youkilis here. My money is on the most tantalizing talent in the draft, who also happens to play one of the toughest positions to fill in the game. Renner's 5-year is full, so my guess is Kinsler slides into a 3-year deal.

Projections: .265, 28 HR, 85 RBI, 30 SB, 60 BB, 90 R.

Pick 1.4: Carolina Yankees - Zack Greinke

Rumor is Wofford is looking at a SP here. I don't necessarily agree with that, but I guess he isn't too high on the offensive talent in this spot (not sure why). Greinke would make sense if that's the case (as would Felix or Verlander).

Projections: 15 W, 2,75 ERA, 230 K, 1.15 WHIP, 215 IP.