Pick 1.13: Olivet Killer Eagles - Andre Ethier
I think this pick comes down to Ethier or Shin Soo Choo for Larry, assuming Ethier falls this far. Ethier provides more power. He is also the safer 3-year player given Choo's mandatory military service (2 years before age 30) with the Korean Army. Unless Choo's team wins gold in the Asian Games this winter/spring, chances are he could be back in Korea as soon as 2011.
Projections: .275, 30 HR, 105 RBI, 90 R.
Pick 1.14: Julian Javelina - To Be Determined
I could go a number of ways here. There will be plenty of good pitching available here, and a guy like Jon Lester (a personal favorite) would be hard to pass on. There is a chance Brian Roberts is here based on this mock draft, and opening my draft with two players like Zimmerman and Roberts would be enticing. Other possibilities might include Bobby Abreu or Billy Butler. Stay tuned.
Pick 1.15: New Jersey Mets - Brian Roberts
I think this is probably a safe bet, assuming Roberts is available. It would give Mike a middle infield capable of stealing 90-100 bases. Another option may be drafting the best available outfielder. I think Roberts would be hard to pass on.
Projections: .285, 11 HR, 65 RBI, 30 SB, 90 R.
Pick 1.16: ES Blacksox - Tommy Hansen
When ever ES is on the board, I have to think he's going to take the best young player on the board. ES his team around young pitching and speed last season, and I'd expect him to do the same. This is the perfect spot in which to take a young pitcher, which is John's MO all the way. I say he grabs Hansen and gives him a three year deal like he did with Felix and Hamels in years past.
Projections: 3.10, 14 W, 175 K, 1.20 WHIP, 180 IP.
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