Pick 1.5: South Texas Heat - Joey Votto
Berg is adamant that he'd take Youkilis here, but I don't think that's the case. His roster already has two first basemen on it, but I think he'd move Konerko in a heart beat if it meant replacing him with Votto. The sky is the limit with Votto, who reminds me a lot of Adrian Gonzalez.
Projections: .315, 32 HR, 100 RBI, 70 BB, 85-90 R.
Pick 1.6: Dallas Redbirds - Justin Verlander
Doyel is making noise about taking a SP here, and while it may not be his best play, I think the odds of that increased dramatically after trading Brandon Webb. He replaces the fragile Webb with Verlander. My guess is he slaps a 3-year on Justin.
Projections: 3.33 ERA, 16 W, 240 K, 1.10 WHIP
Pick 1.7: Springfield Flying Squirrels of Republic - Kevin Youkilis
Youk falls farther than he probably should, and Sankey snaps him up without hesitation. There are some concerns with Youk - he may have hit his ceiling, his protection isn't as good, and he's in his 30's - but my guess is he gets a 3-year deal.
Projections: .295, 28 HR, 100 RBI, 70 BB, 85 R.
Pick 1.8: Mid Michigan Tigers - Carlos Lee
He doesn't need Phillips, and if he wanted Ichiro he could have extended him after last season. I think he takes arguably the steadiest, most reliable OF in the draft. Lee isnt a franchise player, but he is awfully productive.
Projections: .300, 27 HR, 95 RBI, 80 R, 40 BB.
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