DirtySox

QUOTE (SoxAce @ May 31, 2010 -> 01:35 PM) I'm torn on him as well, but he would still be a MUCH better pick than Wimmers or Workman IMO. I just don't like those pitchers at all, and am tired of the "safe" picks. Jeff, you can probably give a better grasp of his potential. (Brentz I mean) The comments I read about Brentz earlier this year compared to now are drastically different. I'm not a scouting expert by any means, I just read and gather as much information as a I can. Earlier this year there were Markakis comps being thrown about, noting him as being able to hit for both power and average with good (not great) corner OF defense. Most currently I've seen a few Francoeur comparisons, wonders about his plate discipline, swing, and projections as a .250-260 hitter with 20 - 25 HR power. I like Choice much more than Brentz currently.

QUOTE (SoxAce @ May 31, 2010 -> 01:35 PM) I'm torn on him as well, but he would still be a MUCH better pick than Wimmers or Workman IMO. I just don't like those pitchers at all, and am tired of the "safe" picks. Jeff, you can probably give a better grasp of his potential (Brentz I mean) but I'm not seeing a very high upside there. I think Wimmers is somewhat underrated. He has an above average fastball in the 90-92 (up to 94 on occasion) range with good life, and very good command. His curve and change have been described as plus by multiple sources as well. The nontraditional pitcher's frame scares some people off, but I think he has an outside chance of being a number 2 starter, but more likely a number 3. He isn't a sexy pick I agree, but I wouldn't be unhappy with him.

QUOTE (Ozzie Ball @ May 31, 2010 -> 11:13 AM) From Frankie Piliere's latest mock: Yuck. I've done a complete turnaround on Brentz. Don't believe in him much. I would much prefer a Workman/Wimmers. Your thoughts on Brentz?

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ May 29, 2010 -> 11:40 PM) I don't get it..... The power went out tonight postponing the game.

QUOTE (Ozzie Ball @ May 28, 2010 -> 04:06 PM) In the comments Callis rules out Harvey due to the Boras connection and adds Wimmers/Workman/Eibner to the list of possibilities. The pick was Asher Wojciechowski, for those who don't feel like clicking. Kind of what I expect with Harvey as well. I'd be willing to wager a large amount that one of Workman/Wimmers will be the Sox selection.

Jim Callis Mock Draft 2.0

QUOTE (Thunderbolt @ May 27, 2010 -> 09:04 PM) I'm thinking this team gets torn down after the draft. I'm looking forward to it. Seconded.

Tyler's K-rate is becoming rather scary.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ May 27, 2010 -> 03:31 PM) James Paxton might be my choice. I wonder if the stance on working with Boras has changed any. Also wondering because of Harvey.

QUOTE (Ozzie Ball @ May 27, 2010 -> 02:05 PM) Some caution for those dead set on wanting Wilson: I've been hearing a lot of negatives regarding his pitch recognition as well, and how it's far away from what it should be at this point. I don't think it's in any way realistic the Sox consider him with the 13th pick.

Mayo's Updated 1 - 20

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ May 26, 2010 -> 10:27 AM) I'd be exstatic with either guy. I really like the bat options better than the pitching options as of now. I haven't feel in love with too many pitchers, especially the ones the Sox are likely to target. My thoughts exactly. Not that enthusiastic about any of Wimmers/Workman/Hahn/Asher. Harvey, McGuire, Ranaudo though, sign me up.

Piliere's 1st Full Mock Draft I wouldn't mind Sale either. Better bat than Castellanos at this point, and is projected to be a true power guy. I don't like his defensive shortcomings though. He's pretty much Travis Snider 2.0

Baseball America's Draft Top 200

QUOTE (danman31 @ May 25, 2010 -> 03:58 PM) You're quick. I'm surprised to see this actually. A HS talent that's supposedly pricey. Big fan of Castellanos. I believe Callis noted that he won't be too difficult to sign. Probably seeking overslot, but not an Austin Wilson amount.

This pleases me.

QUOTE (fathom @ May 24, 2010 -> 05:02 PM) Says Sox are looking for college pitchers who won't demand huge money. I asked someone about Austin Wilson today, and said there's no way we're drafting another outfielder in the first round. Pretty much what everyone is saying. Par for the course. I wouldn't mind the cheaper college arm in the 1st round if the organization would splurge later on some of harder signs that fall, but we haven't seen much of that. If we break the 5 million threshold in draft spending I will be impressed.

QUOTE (Thunderbolt @ May 24, 2010 -> 10:01 AM) i know Ranaudo has been used in relief lately, i imagine that coupled with his injury is contributing to his sharp fall. I just don't think he'll fall that far. Things are starting to solidify a bit more with only 14 days left. Should be interesting to see how others see some of these players this week. Mayo will be posting his 10 - 20 mock, and I believe we are due something from Piliere. Sickels just posted his top 50 as well.

QUOTE (Thunderbolt @ May 24, 2010 -> 09:52 AM) He has Anthony Ranaudo at #26 and Austin Wilson slipping out of the first round? I can never get a good read on Seiler, i don't know if he has a background here, or he's just doing junior scouting like the rest of us. Pretty sure he is rather legitimate. Frequent scouting trips and gets most of his information from scouts/reputable inside sources. Ranaudo has been dropping hard. BA noted that he might drop out of the 1st round with his injury issues, weak performances, and Boras representation. Wilson is harder to get a read on, but supposedly his pitch recognition is becoming very worrisome and of course the signability issues.

2 weeks until draft day. Andy Seiler - Mock Draft # 7

QUOTE (CSF @ May 23, 2010 -> 04:43 PM) Hudson: 8 IP, 3 hits, 0 ER, 0 BB, 11 K Yeah, remember when he was bad? 1 BB actually. 1 is close to 0 though.

I'm becoming more and more fond of Castellanos. Mayo thinks he won't be as tough a sign as many people seem to think and that he wants to get his pro career started ASAP. It's hard to not get your hopes up with some of the projectable young bats that will be available at 13. It's unfortunate that college pitcher is all I've been hearing so far.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 21, 2010 -> 01:04 PM) Which game will we win? We will beat Volstad.