2011 eMLB Mock Draft #2

We've seen a number of first round picks traded back and forth during an eventful Winter Meetings, so it looks like it's time for another installment of my mock draft. Here is how I see things panning out...

1. South Texas Heat: Prince Fielder, 1B

Let's see - Berg traded a year of Hanley Ramirez and possibly two years of David Wright to gather enough ammo to trade up for that #1 pick; is there any doubt who he'll take. The big first baseman is his pick and is greeted with a brand-spanking new 5-year contract.

2. Mid Michigan Tigers: Roy Halladay, SP

I had Keith pegged for picking Matt Kemp all off-season, but he's been aggressive in trading for outfielders and is thin on SP. My guess is Keith snaps up Halladay and hands him a 3-year contract.

3. Charlotte Orios: Chase Utley, 2B

As usual, Chris Broskey has been extremely active in the Winter Meetings. His moves (also as usual) have seemed a little scatter-brained, but it looks like his plan is coming together. He winds up with Chase Utley at #3, which was his likely target all along.

4. San Antonio Fire Ants: Tim Lincecum, SP

I think this pick ultimately comes down to Lincecum and Kemp, and Sankey goes with the right-hander. I'd guess Lincecum is a lock for a 3-year contract.

5. Olivet Killer Eagles: Matt Kemp, OF

I think Larry traded up with designs on drafting Adam Dunn and was shocked to see Kemp still sitting there for him. After an internal debate Larry takes Kemp and gives him a 3-year contract.

6. Arizona Desert Swarm: Adam Dunn, 1B/DH

I frankly have no idea what Josh wants to do here, but he could use a long-term option at 1B and he needs some power. Dunn is the best option. Another option would be Kendry Morales.

7. Flying Squirrels of Republic: Jimmy Rollins, SS

Anson has filled most of his holes in the Winter Meetings, but a glaring hole remains at SS. I believe he pulled the trigger on the deal with Squire to ensure himself of landing Rollins. Does he risk the 3-year contract on Jimmy? My guess is yes.

8. Hackensack Bulls: Kendry Morales, 1B

Femmel is big on SP, but he's already got a good foundation on the mound. To put it simply, no fantasy owner worth his salt would be content relying on James Loney at 1B. Morales gets a 3-year contract.

9. Olivet Killer Eagles: Jayson Werth, OF

I have to believe the temptation to sure up his outfield is too much for Larry to ignore here. Werth gets a 3-year contract.

10. Rochester Red Sox: Clay Buccholz, SP

Ummm....duh. The biggest homer in the league locks up the Sox bright young SP the first chance he gets. No brainer. Is he confident enough to give him a 3-year contract?

11. Rochester Red Sox: CC Sabathia, SP

I think this pick probably comes down to two Yankees here - Sabathia and Jeter. Jeter is the bigger need, but Rich can't resist a chance to have Haren, Buccholz and Sabathia in the same rotation.

12. Flying Squirrels of Republic: Mat Latos, SP

This pick comes down to Latos and Kershaw, and you can't lose with either one. Anson just misses out on CC and opts for the hard-throwing right hander.

13. Olivet Killer Eagles: Clayton Kershaw, SP

Larry's plan works out and he gets a promising young SP with his third first round pick. Does he give him a 3-year contract?

14. South Texas Heat: Derek Jeter, SS

I have to believe Berg was hoping for either Latos or Kershaw to call to him, but he's content taking the top SS on the board. At 36, Jeter probably only warrants a 2-year deal.

15. Dallas Redbirds: Mariano Rivera, RP

Though he would probably disagree, Doyel almost has to take Rivera here to atone for his Rafael Soriano gaffe in the Winter Meetings. He can't afford to let anyone else grab Rivera.

16. Hackensack Bulls: Roy Oswalt, SP

Like I said earlier, Femmel loves his SP. Oswalt is arguably the best on the board at this point and would give Femmel a formidable 1-2-3 of Lester-Wainwright-Oswalt.