A big reason for lack of success is the failure of Number 1 draft choices to excel. Other than Crochet, Sox have not done well. Now our two recent Number 1 left handed pitcher draft picks are both struggling in the minors. Colson is on the Sox roster, but there have been negative vibes along the way. Gonzalez hangs in there in AA. Vaughn, Madrigal, Burger.... I could go back to Courtney Hawkins. I have no problem with the Carlson pick, but he might.