June 14, 20179 yr Reds must have had some cash left, or at least high hopes. They picked a HS pitcher ranked in the top 200 in round 12. We grabbed an HS kid in 11 (not top 200), but those moves are definitely in hopes of getting one or two higher ceiling guys to sign away college if they can throw enough money at them. Hoping we can get at least 1 HS guy that way.
June 14, 20179 yr Is the MLB.com draft feed working for people?NFL draft coverage >>>>>> MLB draft coverage. Couldn't believe they stopped TV coverage after the 1st round.
June 14, 20179 yr NFL draft coverage >>>>>> MLB draft coverage.Couldn't believe they stopped TV coverage after the 1st round. the commissioner admitted he only knew a handful of names of potential picks. How is that possible?
June 14, 20179 yr Article on Bailey Ober. Basically, he's very tall. Had a great freshman season but followed up with TJ and uneven seasons since. Mechanics and durability are issues. Probably a bullpen guy if he ever makes the majors. http://www.postandcourier.com/sports/college-of-charleston-s-bailey-ober-prepared-for-whatever-happens/article_5bb3a3c2-4bdd-11e7-bee1-3f56ce66635c.html
June 14, 20179 yr the commissioner admitted he only knew a handful of names of potential picks. How is that possible?In fairness, I doubt Goodell knows many names either. I do like the speed of the MLB draft compared to the NFL. But overall NFL blows the MLB out of the water with their analysis and breakdowns of every player while it's going on.
June 14, 20179 yr In fairness, I doubt Goodell knows many names either.I do like the speed of the MLB draft compared to the NFL. But overall NFL blows the MLB out of the water with their analysis and breakdowns of every player while it's going on. Way better but I'm not sure its MLB's fault. How are you going to get the average fan interested in guys they're not going to see for 3-5 years? Some of whom won't even sign? The NFL has guys trying out for the team 100 days later and each team has at least two guys they're hoping will see regular PT. A fan watches because they'll know someone on the field next year. MLB has none of that. The video is also a big part - how much video exists of some of these high school guys? The NFL has video of every guy because they're all in college and they all play games on TV. There's no way to tell how good the competition is either, not an issue in the NFL. MLB is destined to be for draftniks only.
June 14, 20179 yr Way better but I'm not sure its MLB's fault. How are you going to get the average fan interested in guys they're not going to see for 3-5 years? Some of whom won't even sign? The NFL has guys trying out for the team 100 days later and each team has at least two guys they're hoping will see regular PT. A fan watches because they'll know someone on the field next year. MLB has none of that. The video is also a big part - how much video exists of some of these high school guys? The NFL has video of every guy because they're all in college and they all play games on TV. There's no way to tell how good the competition is either, not an issue in the NFL. MLB is destined to be for draftniks only. In general I agree, but I do think it could be changed/improved some.
June 14, 20179 yr Questioning when we will select some catchers?You don't need a catcher if you're really good at getting 1st pitch ground balls.
June 14, 20179 yr Toronto took a guy from Mankato St.I've been following along wondering if/when he would be drafted. I'm sure there's plenty of tears flowing today. For a little background check out the story by Mike Max: http://wp.me/p14KOW-33WP Edited June 14, 20179 yr by johnnies07
June 14, 20179 yr I've been following along wondering if/when he would be drafted. I'm sure there's plenty of tears flowing today.For a little background check out the story by Mike Max:http://wp.me/p14KOW-33WP Glad you posted that, even though everyone reading the draft thread now needs a time out for tissues. Good stuff and I hope this guy makes it!
June 14, 20179 yr In fairness, I doubt Goodell knows many names either.I do like the speed of the MLB draft compared to the NFL. But overall NFL blows the MLB out of the water with their analysis and breakdowns of every player while it's going on.There is way more money in the NFL draft and probably 100x the viewers though. Nearly everyone who loves football is interested in the draft as it could mean several impact players right away. Even lots of big baseball fans don't pay attention to the MLB draft. One of my managers at work is a huge Dodgers fan and played in college and he had no clue about anyone in the draft. There are really only a few hardcore Baseball draft people unfortunately
June 14, 20179 yr Toronto took a guy from Mankato St.Hey now, it's been Minnesota State for 20 years! Go Mavericks!
June 14, 20179 yr In general I agree, but I do think it could be changed/improved some. What would you suggest?
June 14, 20179 yr There is way more money in the NFL draft and probably 100x the viewers though. Nearly everyone who loves football is interested in the draft as it could mean several impact players right away. Even lots of big baseball fans don't pay attention to the MLB draft. One of my managers at work is a huge Dodgers fan and played in college and he had no clue about anyone in the draft. There are really only a few hardcore Baseball draft people unfortunately Yeah this. I known huge Twins fans right now whose knowledge of the Twins minor league system comes down to three guys - right now maybe Gonsalves, Gordon and Garver? And to be fair to them, if I didn't read TD I would have no concept of the minor leagues either - I wouldn't be checking the box scores every day and keeping track of players.
June 14, 20179 yr Mennonite Educational Institute.... Yeah, that one is unique. Cade Smith. I'd like to hear more about that.
June 14, 20179 yr Round 16: Another pitcher. I can't help but wonder who will be catching all these guys?
June 14, 20179 yr What would you suggest?I agree with your original response to me that it's hard to pump up the draft when most players are 3-5 years away. Perhaps there's an opportunity for an organization like BA to record these players at least doing some drills so they can have some analysis between each pick. I did enjoy their coverage of the 1st round where they interviewed prospects and had a little video of them. Just wish they would have kept it going past the 1st round/comp picks.
June 14, 20179 yr Is JJ Schwarz going back to school for sure? Crazy that a guy talked about as 1 overall is still on the board.
June 14, 20179 yr Round 16: Another pitcher. I can't help but wonder who will be catching all these guys?Good. They need all the pitchers they can get.
June 14, 20179 yr Good. They need all the pitchers they can get.I agree, but that feelin' is still lingerin' ...
June 14, 20179 yr Cade Smith:http://www.ncsasports.org/baseball-recruiting/british-columbia/abbotsford/mennonite-educational-institute/cade-smith2Some video there from 2015. Halfway in he pitches.
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