November 2, 200421 yr Here are some highlights of BA's analysis of our draft. "Best Raw Power: No Chicago draftee could put on a batting-practice show like Whisler, though his future appears to be on the mound. OF Brandon Allen (1), who had NCAA Division I-A potential as a linebacker, is very raw but can blast balls a long way. Fastest Runner: OF Evan Tartaglia blazes from the left side of the plate to first base in 3.95 seconds. Best Defensive Player: The White Sox thought C Donny Lucy (2) was the best defensive backstop in the draft. Best Fastball: RHP Nick Lemon (8) doesn't always know where his heater is headed, but he hit 98 mph during the spring and 96 after signing. Chicago hopes his control (31 walks in 24 pro innings) will improve after he makes some mechanical adjustments. LHP Tyler Lumsden (1) pitches anywhere from 91-96 mph, while LHP Gio Gonzalez (1) has uncanny command of his fastball (87-90 to 94) for an 18-year-old. Best Late-Round Pick: Line drive-hitting INF Adam Ricks (10) hit .305 with a .411 on-base percentage in the Pioneer League, then shifted to catcher in instructional league.Ricks, who last played behind the plate in junior college, made good progress."
November 2, 200421 yr Here are some highlights of BA's analysis of our draft. "Best Raw Power: No Chicago draftee could put on a batting-practice show like Whisler, though his future appears to be on the mound. OF Brandon Allen (1), who had NCAA Division I-A potential as a linebacker, is very raw but can blast balls a long way. Fastest Runner: OF Evan Tartaglia blazes from the left side of the plate to first base in 3.95 seconds. Best Defensive Player: The White Sox thought C Donny Lucy (2) was the best defensive backstop in the draft. Best Fastball: RHP Nick Lemon (8) doesn't always know where his heater is headed, but he hit 98 mph during the spring and 96 after signing. Chicago hopes his control (31 walks in 24 pro innings) will improve after he makes some mechanical adjustments. LHP Tyler Lumsden (1) pitches anywhere from 91-96 mph, while LHP Gio Gonzalez (1) has uncanny command of his fastball (87-90 to 94) for an 18-year-old. Best Late-Round Pick: Line drive-hitting INF Adam Ricks (10) hit .305 with a .411 on-base percentage in the Pioneer League, then shifted to catcher in instructional league.Ricks, who last played behind the plate in junior college, made good progress." yeah and from the same report, BA said that the twinkies had the best draft once again in the MLB. how do they keep doing it?
November 2, 200421 yr I hadnt heard Ricks is being tried at catcher. Couldnt hurt since other than Lucy we really have no one at that position
November 2, 200421 yr I hadnt heard Ricks is being tried at catcher. Couldnt hurt since other than Lucy we really have no one at that position I thought there was another one at a low level... Hernandez, right?
November 2, 200421 yr Yes, Francisco Hernandez, the kid at Bristol who's very highly regarded. Ricks had been a catcher in high school I thought I read, so no surprise they're giving him a shot there. Nothing wrong with trying to develop a guy who can play a few different positions.
November 3, 200421 yr DBAH0's sleeper prospect for 2005. Ahem... Tyler Lumsden here. And by my history and yours my sleeper will indeed win again.
November 6, 200421 yr DBAH0's sleeper prospect for 2005. The sleeper of 05 wsox minors will be kris honel- i am not sure all would consider him a sleeper but still, i have high expectations fo him coming into next season.
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