1. Olivet Killer Eagles - Troy Tulowitzki, SS: I think the first overall pick was the last thing Larry wanted. I believe he's torn between Tulo, Cano and, to a lesser extent, Bautista. In the end, having Cuddyer to plug in at 2B and the likelihood of Rickie Weeks being there for him at 2.1 convince Larry to go with Tulo. Frankly, having Cabrera shouldn't deter Larry from taking the slugging SS here.
2. Hackensack Bulls - Adrian Gonzalez, 1B: I think this was a foregone conclusion for Ben regardless of whether he was picking first or second. It's the only pick that makes sense in this spot.
3. Michigan Miracles - Mike Stanton, OF: Renner is as unpredictable as anyone, except for the fact that he tends to fall in love with young, 'projectable' guys early in drafts. Cano doesn't make sense and I can't see Renner giving Bautista a 5-year contract, so he goes with the very young, and very promising Stanton here. Let's hope for Renner's sake that this five year contract doesn't blow up on him like Rios did.
4. Atlantic Surge - Robinson Cano, 2B: I think this comes down to Upton and Cano, and I think Squire's NY ties convince him to take Cano (and rightfully so). Cano is a perfect 5-year player to build around.
5. Julian Javelina - Jose Bautista, OF: So, let me get this straight; I have a chance to draft 100 runs, 30-40 HR, 100 RBI and 100 BB with the fifth pick? Sign-me-up. This is a no brainer, and seems likely given how the lottery shaped up. Even at 31, Bautista is a slam-dunk 3-year player and should continue to produce elite numbers in 4/6 categories for the next 3-4 years.
6. Springfield Flying Squirrels of Republic - Andrew McCutchen, OF: As I've said before, Anson is a big McCutchen fan. Upton is a possibility here, but I think Anson goes with 'Cutch in a heartbeat.
7. North Texas Rangers - Nelson Cruz, OF: With Adrian trading for Braun and filling his five year spot, I think it's a lock he'll take one of the two Rangers outfielders. He's big on both, but Cruz has more power and speed even if he's fragile. I can hear Adrian saying, "Just think what he could do if he stays healthy for 140 games." Cruz makes for a good 3-year player.
8. Oviedo Knights - Justin Upton, OF: This pick depends heavily upon who Anson takes; Mike winds up with whomever is left. I know Mike would be thrilled to get Upton in this spot. He's a great 3-year player and an argument could be made for him being a good 5-year player.
9. Charlotte Orios - Mark Teixiera, 1B: Broskey says he's eyeing Tex, and I believe him. His recent trade involving Billy Butler only cements that fact. He'll slap a 3-year deal on the slugger.
10. Mid Michigan Tigers - Hanley Ramirez, SS/3B: I think this is the perfect spot for Hanley, and Keith can certainly use him. The positional flexibility helps alot, but my guess is he plays Hanley at SS in 2012 with a couple 3B already on the roster.
11. Gaylord Dingers - Jose Reyes, SS: Reyes slips a ton in this scenario, and I think Wagner is more than happy to draft for value here. Wagner will be thrilled to lock down a good player like Reyes for three years.
12. San Antonio Fire Ants - Josh Hamilton, OF: Sankey needs a lot of help up and down his roster, so it's hard to pin point one need. My guess is he'll follow the trend and go with the best outfielder left in this draft. Hamilton is an injury risk, but he's extremely productive when healthy. He's a good 3-year player for a team with lots of needs.
13. Dallas Redbirds - Cliff Lee, SP: I still think the draw of teaming Lee with Price, Greinke and Bumgarner is too much for Doyel to ignore. Adrian Beltre is a possibility here, but I think he goes with Lee, who is a steal here.
14. Rochester Red Sox - Adrian Beltre, 3B: Rich can move Reynolds to first and draft the best 3B in this draft. I think that's what he'll do.
15. South Texas Heat - Rickie Weeks, 2B: The Brewer fan takes the hometown 2B. It doesn't hurt that Weeks can hit, too. This is a nice 3-year player this late in the first.
16. Arizona Swarm - Cole Hamels, SP: Good value at 16. Hamels slots in with Felix and Carp to form a great top three in Josh's rotation.
1 comment:
Won't be taking Tulo
My only concern is 2012, and while Cabrera is likely to regress I still expect him to be in the 2nd tier of SS and I'm fine with that. I just cannot see pushing a guy to the bench who I wouldn't be able to trade and possibly wouldn't be UTIL worthy. Plus, in all likelihood Tulo gets hurt. His career high in games was the 149 last season. Granted he finishes strong I need a guy to be out there most everyday. The choice is either Bautista or Cano. Can't tell ya which way I'm leanin but have been weighin the pros and cons for awhile. I would have had to make this choice no matter where my pick landed I think
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